[dom_]

And it is another move away from watchmaking. What if it doesn't catch on? Let's say they make a thousand, when they need repair these will not be repairable.
Or if it is successful and lasts 50 years, what about repairing it in 150 years time?
You can cut shape and profile metal, you can't do this with silicon.
I really dislike silicon in watches.

 

[dom_]

Yes but every maker will have a different one, and when parts run out you won't be able to get a one off made.
Steel and brass however you can.

 

[dom_]

Exactly. I'm happy to make parts, but it is rare the customer is happy to pay for it.