MichaelC[AP Moderator]
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Yes.
Mar 19, 2024,13:18 PM
3 black watches w it, the Survivor, and the Tudor. An area to thin.
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Well, my hunt for salmon continues. I just passed on the AE XPS.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-18:47
Dealer got mine in, ready to be delivered tomorrow. I could have had it a few days ago, but with a massive storm in Denver, I told my dealer to wait until today. I had my name on the watch long before the craze hit (since the day it debuted). I was happy ...
Well exactly what I would have had! Your photo really confirms it for me.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-19:30
After the brief honeymoon, I would not grab the Alpine Eagle over the Parmigiani or the Royal Oak. I had planned to pen a fantastic article comparing all 3 of these integrated bracelet steel monsters, but I know which one would have come in last. As for f...
Thank you
By: penfriend : March 18th, 2024-19:32
However, I have not finally decided on either. That will happen on Saturday when I can handle them again both…. But I am drawn to PF ;-)
If I can answer any questions, please feel free to message.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-19:45
I can only tell you I am blown away with mine. I can go on and on about the unique complication, but even the basics - finishing, assembly, precision, feel on the wrist - all perfect. And for me so is the dial color, which as you know PF calls "sand". It ...
that is very kind
By: penfriend : March 18th, 2024-19:49
your posts have already given deep insight, many thanks!
In my younger years, I absolutely would have bought it.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-19:34
That lack of discipline allowed many un-needed watches to pass through my hands over the years. I am quite a bit more picky lately. And still, this is a fantastic effort by Chopard, and I will remain very pleased that MANY of our members are head over hee...
This one ended up being more about the hunt.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-19:40
I'm comfortable with the decision, and as I posted above, finally wise enough to know ahead of making a bad purchase. But I will still love seeing all the photos here.
Me neither. But I am definitely better of late.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-19:48
Undeniably, this is a great piece. And the dial pattern and color look awesome in photos. Surely it would have been enjoyed. But my gut told me it would not be a lifer. At this point, I only want those kinds of pieces.
+2
By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : March 18th, 2024-21:40
Thank you my Friend.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-22:51
You of course understand the journey so well.
Yes.
By: MichaelC : March 19th, 2024-13:18
3 black watches w it, the Survivor, and the Tudor. An area to thin.
Thank you. I probably could have made it on the HoMe Forum.
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-22:59
I really have set goals of reducing the number of pieces I have, and going in a more simple direction with new acquisitions. I feel this Chopard fits well into the 2nd goal. Just an outstanding, time only watch. But I don't want to buy a new piece that en...
It is always a feeling of pride when a fellow member blames another!
By: MichaelC : March 18th, 2024-23:07
So I say thank you, Sir ;-) I will also keep my eyes fully on Chopard. I really like this brand, and there is no rush for me to get the right one. As far as the PF Minute Rattrapante, I can openly say it will be a lifer. Clearly, it is already making me r...
This post is as important and educational as "I got the call"..
By: MilDiver : March 19th, 2024-08:21
I can totally share your feelings and thoughts. I even wrote Mr.C asking for a "special" brushed finished bracelet, offering to pay for an extra bracelet . Being able to identify those points, and say no, is quite an acquired horological expertise by itse...
I can attest to that...
By: India Whiskey Charlie : March 19th, 2024-14:08
Admittedly, I am not a fan of bracelets in general. I was never comfortable wearing most other brands until I got the XPS. By removing one link and installing a 1.5 link, the watch felt light and super comfy. I didn't want to take it off for weeks...😉 ...
Clearly, it's a subjective view...
By: India Whiskey Charlie : March 19th, 2024-14:04
But to me the XPS is more proportionally balanced with a thinner bezel, a thinner case and no date. The only thing I would have wished they did is maybe make the Roman numerals ever so slightly smaller and a central seconds hand instead of the sub dial. ...
I like the thicker bezel ...
By: jaspermccrea : March 19th, 2024-14:29
but I strongly agree about the centre seconds. I think maybe you're right about the markers - perhaps the 8HF route of keeping XII and making III. VI and IX as single sticks might have been nice. I haven't tried on the XPS, but the regular AE is under 10m...
Could not agree more. I guess it is the same with Royal Oak.
By: MichaelC : March 19th, 2024-15:12
One is perfect (39mm Jumbo) and all others fall in line to one degree or another. But definitely not the same. I would say the difference with these Chopards is larger. Same diameter cases? Everything about the other dimensions on the XPS are better.