both great & A strong presence The platinum Datograph is heavy and will sink down. The Dato has a D-buckle and the 1815 has a pin buckle. The Dato is heavy, but I find its rugged weight very comfortable. The 1815 dial, which glows blue depending on the li...
I’ve long been thinking about adding one of these, particularly now that prices on the plat dato have come down to a level where the difference between the two is manageable. I’ve not been able to try either of these on, and both will have their pro’s and...
As you might've seen, some wearers find the Gen1 PT Dato to be top-heavy, while others have no issue. I think it depends upon what you're used to. If this would be the heaviest, thickest watch you've owned, then you'll likely notice it, and it may bother ...
My favourite of the two would be the 1815 Blue dial as I just find the cleaner and simpler looking dial more appealing to me but both are truly special and beautiful. Wear and enjoy them in good health. Marc
I too used to love the weight of my Dato; and even though I’m very much been on the lighter weighted watch train in recent years I do from time to time miss that heft of platinum (and the fantastic Dato). You have a really great pair in those two; and per...
Terrific photos too - seeing them side-by-side makes me better appreciate the unique features of each. The engaging simplicity of the 1815. The strong structure of the Dato. The occasional blue glow on your 1815 is the AR coating on the crystal - I’m no p...
Iconic pair of chronographs, and my personal preference is white metal as well. I've never been bothered by the heft of platinum, and in fact adore that feel!