just saw a picture of the watch and like it very much. the retail is $7800 which makes it significantly more expensive than the type xx. i had a xx several years ago and remember that it was a very well made piece. i'm in to larger watches so the 42mm size of the xxi appeals to me. the dial looks bodacious but the real color is difficult to tell from the picture. i'm told that it's a dark gray. i know that the watch has been discussed but if i get one i'll post my analysis. stay tunned................