Breguet Type XX Platinum Salmon Dial

Key Points from the Discussion

• While many collectors prefer watches without a date, the majority of the market still desires this complication, influencing manufacturers' design choices.
• A date complication is acceptable when executed thoughtfully, but often appears as an afterthought, disrupting the dial's harmony and overall aesthetic.
• The Breguet Type XX Platinum Salmon is considered one of the most beautiful Breguet watches of the last two decades by some collectors.
• The white background of the date window on the Breguet Type XX Platinum Salmon creates a stark contrast, making it visually prominent and detracting from the dial's symmetry. A matching date wheel would improve integration, though the aperture itself might still be a point of contention.
• Nicolas (amanico) reiterates his strong preference for no date complication, reinforcing his reason for parting with the watch.
• Some collectors believe parting with such a distinctive timepiece, even with a date complication, was a significant mistake.