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I might actually prefer the larger, and this has nothing to do with size.
This 38 looks like it wears extremely large. And I think that might be great. Part of that may be the visual continuity between the case/bezel and the lugs and crown guard, which are both very prominent.
My issues:
1. No disruption to the aforementioned visual continuity. However, the 42 seems to have a dark ring or space inside the bezel which creates a border between the face of the watch and the outside regions of the case and the lugs.
2. The big XII is gone!! I know you like the smaller XII FX, but I think the face needs some weight when competing with the lugs, and the big XII was a great anchor.
3. The shiny guilloche effect on the 38 is not my cup of tea here.
4. The date window on the 42,with the 3 dates, is more legible and cooler in an IWC way than the punched out date window on the 38
The good:
1. The size is awesome, it's great to see another line scaling back a bit
2. I like having numerals in the 4-8 hours instead of the indices on the 42. Just too much change there on the 42.
When I weigh it all together, I'd choose the 42 over the 38 (assuming of course that the 42 would not be too big).
Thanks for the pics FX!
The Cartier Calibre 38mm on the wrist
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I have the same question with MTF.
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Why Fx?!! Why?!!!
This change greatly appeals to me! Lol! Now I am poisoned by your wrist shot !! Why?????? Cheers Robin
Lol :)
No you are an angel my friend Bringing us the best pics and news Maybe to my wife you are the devil lol! Cheers Robin
I might actually prefer the larger, and this has nothing to do with size.
This 38 looks like it wears extremely large. And I think that might be great. Part of that may be the visual continuity between the case/bezel and the lugs and crown guard, which are both very prominent. My issues: 1. No disruption to the aforementioned v...