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fernando
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Between the two......

I think it all boils down to whether you prefer a manual wind or an automatic.Many purists would only go the way of the manual version for reasons of aesthetics( movement isn't obstructed by the rotor) and to provide a sense of bonding as you wind it daily.Accuracy for some  may also play a part in choosing manual but from my experience the auto is no slouch in this area.Both are exquisitely crafted and IMO it would be advisable and if possible to try both on the wrist to get a feel for each before making the final decision.You won't go wrong either way though.

Personally, I went the way of the auto,mainly because of the convenience of having the 5 days power reserve, which will allow me to rotate with other watches within that period without having to reset it.I was also enamoured with the  beautifully decorated 22k gold rotor which IMO added to the splendour of the movement and the facination of seeing the winding mechanism at work.

I also appreciate and own manually wound watches and those that I have chosen I will not have it any other way.In this case I don't think there is a clear cut winner but if it's an automatic you want then this one is awesome- my absolute favorite!

I hope others with the CS will give you there point of view and reasons for their choice and some pics. for comparison.

Here's the Auto Res.

cheers

fernando