Love the Gen 1

I love the Gen 1 but I am meh on the Gen 2. I’m not a fan of the Gen 2 power reserve indicator and the dial symmetry on the Gen 1 is just better in my opinion. Also (and I may be wrong about this) but on the Gen 1 the subregisters have a golden hue that gives the dial an extra pop of color — I don’t think this is as pronounced on the Gen 2, where the subregisters are more whitish. Also the Gen 1 is an icon that disrupted the entire industry. So you’re wearing a piece of history on your wrist.

Datograph 39 vs 41

By: Manaf Al-Ghalib : June 17th, 2022-17:39

I know this discussion happened many times in different forums but I’d like to compile it all in 1 place. What’s the real difference between both generations? 1. Dial - roman numerals vs batons - longer chronograph track indices on the 39 - power reserve ...

Owner of a 39mm here:

By: Darron : June 17th, 2022-18:22

If you like Roman numerals the 39 creates the inverted triangle with the 10/2/6 while the other geometric triangle is the date window with the two sub dials. The 41mm can be argued to have a better aspect ratio or wearability since it’s wider but not thic...

I have owned the 39mm in the past and currently have the Up/Down version....

By: APOD : June 17th, 2022-18:40

The dial colors and details are very similar, except of course for the obvious, Roman vs Sticks, power reserve which I find useful. To me, the main difference really is the size, ratio, and wearability. I find the 41mm a better-proportioned watch and also...