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Interesting Comparison
I will admit I just had to do a quick background-read to fully appreciate the Zenith, it is a beauty. I enjoy the exposed chain & fusee constant force, even if I would tend to prefer it to be a more stealthy-complication.
From a time-reading perspective, I would go to the Zeitwerk as the novelty of seeing the instant-change disc never gets old, and the movement is truly breathtaking. I particularly enjoy watching the remontoir mechanism engage through a loupe when I find myself in the mid-afternoon doldrums at my desk.
I find it difficult to compare the two side-by-side due to the stark differences in presentation, although the innovations within are both excellent.
I will admit bias, as a Lange fanboy.. but in this case I think regardless of preconceived bias, the Lange stands above as a marquee piece representing the brand as a standalone.
I've included some photos taken just now for reference below, but I will add that if you are seeking specifically a chain & fusee timepiece which displays time traditionally, perhaps look at the Richard Lange Pour Le Merite. Lange offered this in both Pt and RG, with enamel dial and it has become quite a collectors piece in both metals.
Have you had a chance to try both on? Which way do you find yourself leaning?
Best of luck in your decision and please share pictures when you do decide,
Colton
This or That ?
Hey Guys Cross posted this on the Zenith forums. In the market for a nice classic piece but would like to get something with a real complication. Have zeroed in on the following - a. Lange Zeitwerk b. Zenith Academy George Favre Jacot (the constant force)...
Interesting Comparison
I will admit I just had to do a quick background-read to fully appreciate the Zenith, it is a beauty. I enjoy the exposed chain & fusee constant force, even if I would tend to prefer it to be a more stealthy-complication. From a time-reading perspecti...
The Zeitwerk of course!
Don't get me wrong: the Zenith is a great watch, maybe my fav one from the brand these last years. But I think that on a long run, you may become a bit tired of the dial lay-out with the strong presence of the chain. On the other hand, the Zeitwerk offers...
My vote goes for the Zenith Academy George Favre Jacot
Why? Because it's a more interesting watch if you ask me. And I feel it's better value. I've always liked the Lange Zeitwerk and wouldn't mind a black dialed version one day, but the Zenith is a better candidate if you ask me. Then again, if you're questi...
Why it is more interesting?
The Lange has also an impressive constant force system which in its case has a real impact on the time display. I find the value of the Zeitwerk much higher. Fx
For me, it's mainly the Zenith dial that's more interesting
Even though I like the Zeitwerk, I'm afraid I may get tired of the dial because it does looks weight-scale'ish to me. It's one of the reasons why I haven't pulled the trigger on this Lange. Cheers, Anthony
That's what makes it a tough call -- movement side vs. dial side...
I'd have a hard time deciding between the ZW and the Zenith based upon the dial side. The Zenith is a very cool dial to look at! But then, when you turn them over, the ZW wins hands-down. The ZW is a watch that I find myself constantly removing from my wr...
Zeitwerk hands down..
Aesthetically I prefer it way better than the Zenith.. But that's me.. Good luck with ur selection
