Chopard

L.U.C Perpetual Twin: A classic complication at great value PuristS aficionados, When Chopard launched their first L.U.C manual wind chronograph calibre simultaneously in a rose gold case and steel case for the L.U.C 1963 Collection, it was the first time...  

The subtlety of the location of the date indicator (on the F) escaped me at first glance. I don't mind the labeling of the other subdials - that's cool. The only improvement I would make to this (and most perpetuals) is instead of 1 2 3 4 on the tiny LEAP... 

The project driver was "value" from the start. Regards, MTF

Don't confuse the newbies ! We have enough confusion, as it is. MTF

I really don't get it.

Traditionally, the markers 1, 2, 3 and 4 indicate normal years 1 to 3 that have 28 days in February. Then in Year 4, there are 29 days. The suggestion to help people is to indicate for each year sector the actual number of days e.g. 28, 28, 28 and then 29... 

It's just this 1 2 3 4 business that I can't quite reconcile with. It's one of the main reasons I settled on the IWC for my first perpetual. No need to worry about 4=Leap when you have the whole year spelled out in 4 digits on the dial (most of the time)....  

it will appeal me more. I'm still cannot get over a Perpetual Calendar without a moon, not even those with different phases of the moon engraved in a sub dial. It will also be nice if micro rotors are gold ) I think that will look so much better. Rgds Ray... 

It's great to see this. Generally I'm very fond of what Chopard has done, and I've considered a good few for purchase. Unfortunately there's been something in each model I've looked at that didn't quite do it for me; but I've come pretty close and I still... 

Esharp I was not at the Chopard meeting but did discuss "plans" with Mr KFS about 5 years ago. The original drivers even before a crystal ball could have predicted recent geopolitical events were: Respond to requests for a simpler, affordable perpetual ca... 

I'm sure you could tell my post was very tongue-in-cheek but on a more serious note, it's always interesting to hear something about the thought process that goes into the development of the products. Agreed re Chopard's pricing policy and that's one of s... 

My first thought was "where\'s the moonphase?" And my second thought was "why the labels for day month etc?"

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts! And I agree, sensibly priced

Chopard already has an award winning Lunar One that even won a PuristS Purity Prize in 2009. The original perpetual calendar definition does not include a moonphase display so it is suited to a more affordable model for new collectors or those who already... 

To me it's not exactly intuitive. Given the inscription of 'month' on the subdial, wouldn't it be better to simply indicate w/ arabic numerals then the leap year indicator w/ roman numeral? Moreover, I'm curious about motivation behind launching this new ... 

Good value, simplified complication. Want more? Pay more and get the Lunar One. Regards MTF

is pretty straight forward to me and naturally only reflects my taste. We see the same as well on the Lunar One, Perpetual T and the lucky ones among us on the 150 All-in-one. It actually means that Chopard continues its style line, which I do appreciate.... 

...beginning with the text on the sundials and ending with the massive size. A watch this big should be waterproof down to 1,000 feet. Can't anyone other than PP make a slim, discreet perpetual anymore? Making thick watches isn't difficult, it's lazy imho... 

Now we have the choice according to our means . Both in Geneva and at Baselworld, the two brands are neighbours. Its convenient for consumers. You should get the Patek Philippe. Regards, MTF

...unless my companies stock makes a long-awaited move up : ) But my point remains; is PP the only ones who can figure it out? If I\'m a \'poor\' man with \'only\' $40-$60k to spend on a watch, should I just be satisfied and not expect anything else? We k... 

I don't have shares nor role in the company. I assume decisions are made despite and inspite of abilities and technique, that are driven by other forces. Perhaps there is no need or purpose to subserve? You are not contentious. Its a valid question. Thank... 

Chopard did what many others should have done. In general the global economy is getting complicated and Chopard, as a response, is offering fine watches in more affordable case. At least for me it's more important what ticks inside rather than the fancy m... 

Actually discussed and designed before recent global conditions but I guess Chopard had a predictive crystal ball ?!? MTF

I think Chopard has really understood what horology is all about. Best, Kari

the positioning of the leap year sub-dial in place of Feb. Small touches like this show the level of thought that Chopard put into finalising the details of the watch.

Interested in you because you may be the target client. If you have not thought of a perpetual calendar watch nor experience before, your opinion is important... Regards MTF

For the 20th anniversary, this is a great step by an important brand. It might miss a little bit of the finishing level of the hall marked manufacture calibers. It might miss a gold rotor like found in the XPS with calibre 3.96. And some might miss a moon... 

Lose the moon but add the chronograph. Probably more "practical" as we rarely use the moon except when trying to make babies! MTF

... trying to make babies depending on the moon phase. Maybe something you can teach us (or me only) with your 10k milestone post that is coming up pretty soon? Besides that, I doubt that there will be any second-hand market for the Perpetual Chrono, whic... 

with gold rotor, preferably. Or a Sven Andersen, for the thicker of pocketbook among us. Cazalea

.. but couldn't it be a bit smaller? 43mm - I am not sure I can wear..... But superb design and must be an great honor to own one. Would love to see and handle myself.... Ken