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In a fascinating post, WatchProSite member xto sparks a lively debate by questioning the orientation of the '6' on a watch dial, asking if it's an error or an intentional design choice. This discussion invites collectors to scrutinize dial aesthetics and the subtle nuances that define horological design. xto's observation highlights how even minor details can provoke significant discussion among enthusiasts.
Guess starting from the 3 should be normal orientation. But then “designers”…. 😜
It is opposite the 12 and they are both right side up to each other. Now comes the part where I could be completely off, but maybe not. In order to read 1 o'clock through 5 o'clock as if you were seeing them straight on, you'd tilt your head to the right. At 6 o'clock you see it straight on. Then from 7 o'clock to 11 o'clock the head tilts to the left to see each hour straight on. I haven't yet finished my first cup of coffee this morning and got only a few hours sleep last night, so if this see
Some of us - me at least - can get obsessive at times Step back and enjoy the roses!
Otherwise I’m not interested 🤪😁😂
The numbers around the dial being up right or continuing around upside down. Personally I prefer the upright but I think I was in the minority or great unwashed group. LOL
...this is why I don't like numbers to be 'flipped' on dials...
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