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Thanks, George for your response. The MOP dial is indeed

thrilling.


You know this type of question "This or That" is maybe a little inane. If it means "Which
watch should I buy" that is obviously a matter of the questioner's taste. If it's meant to solicit
a poll of others' tastes, O.K. If it's meant to ask for ask for an "objective" comparison of which
watch is "better", then "better" is difficult to quantify.


I chanced to see all three watches the other day, liked them all and was struck with some
similarities. They are all close to the same diameter (38.5 for the Langes, 39.5 for the Chopard)
and height. They all have in house movements and interesting technical features. They are all
beautifully finished, both dial and movement. They all have similar functions. And they each have
a little something extra the others don't.


So, all are three handed watches with date and power reserve. In addition the Lange 1 MP
has the beautiful and "accurate" continually changing moon phase. The L1 lacks the moon
phase but has the gorgeous guilloche MOP dial. The MP on one and the dial on the other give
each a warmth that Langes don't usually have (without sacrificing a certain crispness).


The Chopard has the "extra" of the eight day power reserve (and GMT function) and
also maintains an inviting beautiful appearance (its exuberance tamed by the black,white
and silver look).


The price on all three was roughly comparable. I own a Lange but not a Chopard.
Hence my dilemma.