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Scott D's 2008 post inviting the community to share their top five chronographs sparked a lively debate among collectors. This discussion highlights the diverse preferences within the watch community, showcasing both iconic and lesser-known chronograph models. Readers will gain insight into the enduring appeal of certain chronographs and discover hidden gems from a decade ago.
1/ JLC Duo Metre Platinum . 1/ Ex Aequo, Lange Datograph, platinum. 3/ Patek 5070 WG, because the platinum 5070 doesn't exist..LOL 4/ Vacheron Chrono Mante platinum. 5/ Ulysse Nardin Chrono Monopusher, white gold, because platinum doesn't exist... Best. Nicolas
But I personally prefer the yellow gold version. Usually I don't like that metal but this one just works. - SJX
It will give me the opportunity to make an in Depht review of this marvellous time piece. As for RG/YG or Platinum, I'd add that each of these possiblities gives this watch a different personnality, it's amazing. But whatever the metal you choose, you can't be wrong. Best. Nicolas
I recall the finish of the dials being different, and the dial of the yellow gold left the best impression on me when I saw them last year. Or was I mistaken? - SJX
. . . with the possible exception of the moonphase models, the last of the Minervas from a few years back, the Sinn 756 (especially the 's' model), many of the Zenith El Primeros prior to 2004 and perhaps a few since, and the G O Panograph . . . it's hard to beat the Speedy, though. I was recently tempted to replace my Mk II with the similar but thoroughly modern Constellation Double Eagle titanium chrono, but have since reconsidered. Reliable, durable, rugged, inexpensive, universal parts avail
1. Richard Mille RM004 2. Kari Voutilainen Chronograph 3. Patek 5004 4. Lange DoubleSplit 5. Glashutte Original PanoRetroGraph
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