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Thank you, Zhiming, for weighing in . . .
. . . ;-) . . . it's greatly appreciated. I will only add that one should probe the history of a second hand model because many perpetuals are kept on winders; indeed, I kept mine on winders until very recently, and only took them off to avoid the unnecessary wear and tear that comes along with the convenience of having them continuously set. My first Karree perpetual was on a winder for over three years; it worked perfectly until just a few days before it seized up and had to be sent back to Glashütte for an overhaul (see glashutte.watchprosite.com
for a report on the service) . . . had I put it up for sale a few weeks before it seized, I would have been in the unenviable position of appearing to sell a damaged watch, but there was no indication whatsoever that there was a looming problem. Just remember, operating a complicated watch continuously for long periods of time increases the likelihood of problems occurring sooner rather than later . . . cordially, Art
My next watch
Hi all, I am considering my next watch and I am thinking seriously about a GO, specifically a perpetual calendar (either Senator or Karree). So, I am seeking some advice and answers if anyone can help. I have been a devoted JLC fan for a while, so my firs...
It is a perfect choice for a JLC fan to extend his interest into
the Kingdom of GO. JLC and GO have so many similarities. Both of them are true watch manufacturers in the sense of designing and manufacturing their movements in house; both of them have earned highest reputation for their innovative complications; both o...
Thanks for the responses
Thank you for the thoughtful comments. I am glad you pointed out the different calibers 39 v. 100. I'll have to take a look at both as I Iike the decoration on the dial of the cal 100 Senators. But, of course, I have yet to see any GO in the metal. There ...
I would make a distinction between acquiring a new perpetual calendar . . .
. . . and a used one. A second hand perpetual that's been operating continuously for years is much closer to failing than a brand new one. I'm still using a winder when I intend to wear my perpetual over the span of several days with other watches in betw...
Have both
I have a few JLC models including a Master Perpetual. I also have a Senator Karree Perpetual - the old style with nuclear bunker styling and the Cal. 39 movement. Both are great watches, keep good time, have nicely finished movements, but are completely d...
Le Chef, do you have some pics side by side of these 2 watches?
It should be great if you can post them. Thanks in advance! Best. Nicolas
Have neither
I am not sure what you mean by the "nuclear bunker style", but I do like the Audi/Mercedes analogy. With Aston Martins out of my league, I have also likened the JLCs to Audis. I did note that the Senator is slimmer than the thicker Karree, so I was kind o...
JLC MC Perp/GO Cal. 39/100: To weigh in on this discussion...
Let me indicate that I have the older JLC Master Control Perpetual as well as a Cal. 39 and Cal. 100 GO. I like each but they have differing characteristics: GO Cal. 39, Cal. 100 Perpetuals JLC MC Perpetual I believe the defining issues for me are the siz...
Thanks for posting photos of both watches in close proximity, JB . . .
. . . the comparison between the two manufacturers is so much easier to make with photos. Glashütte Original's approach of using apertures instead of analog pointers lends to a simpler expression of the calendar . . . the absence of every day, date, and m...
I was actually looking for an annual calendar...
...when I came upon the G.O. perpetuals. I had kind of given up on perpetuals for two reasons: the typical cost for watches with this complication and the also typically IMHO busy dials. I find the analog pointers, especialy when there are several on one ...
For an easily read annual calendar....
the MIH watch has the bonus of its chronograph! You likely have seen this watch on the AHCI or HOME forum but, if not, take a look: MIH The single button (monopusher) chronograph is a useful addition. The watch has a rather interesting heritage which has ...
You are right...
..and I believe that reading about the MIH is the one that got me started down this road (curses, MIH!). I like its design and the achievemen of the concentric discsdisplayig the full date all at 3 o'clock. Alas, I think this is not the watch for me for a...
Yes, the MIH is a particularly intriguing watch. I do....
like it and especially find the "stealth" aspect an asset (that is, it is not recognized except by knowledgeable PuristS and noone has recognized mine): The titanium case, the relatively plain dial, the easily read date display all make for a functional p...
Your last sentence . . .
. . . "Of course, you might just find that you would like more than one--at that point the decision as to which to add can become even more complex" . . . is the perfect description of my dilemna, JB! The intoxicating magic of perpetuals can be addictive ...