Caseback clash - Montblanc Villeret vs Lange Datograph Perpetual

Dec 10, 2021,12:19 PM
 

Montblanc Villeret Chronograph grand feu enamel vs Lange Datograph Perpetual caseback. Both in white gold, both 41mm, both with casebacks I can stare at all day ๐Ÿ˜€. Which do you prefer? Cheers Robin




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Indeed!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 11th, 2021-11:57
Lange is well known for movement finishing across its entire range

The V Bridge and the Minerva arrowhead

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 11th, 2021-11:58
Are especially well finished in the Minerva

Robin, the Villeret is a marvel, but the Lange is really in a class of its own.

 
 By: Rhyzen : December 10th, 2021-23:53
The L95x series can truly be called an icon.

Very true my friend

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 11th, 2021-11:58
Agree on the iconic aspect of Lange's L95x series

I can totally relate

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 11th, 2021-11:59

When I see a Villeret, the impression left is of . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 12th, 2021-18:00
. . . an exquisitely crafted movement. When I see a Lange movement, the impression left is of a mechanism designed for aesthetic impact.

Well said my friend

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 13th, 2021-12:29
Years ago I remember you reviewed Villeret watch and I loved your review Art

It's a comparison between a watch company that's raced to the top of movement finishing (among other things) in 25 years, and...

 
 By: Rosneathian : December 12th, 2021-21:49
... a watch company that really only got going at this level 15 years ago, and that's since rocketed up close to the top tier as well. If I was to choose, the decision would be made on factors other than movement quality and finishing. Since I try to focu... 

I totally agree with you.

 
 By: amanico : December 12th, 2021-22:16

+1

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 13th, 2021-12:29

Well said !

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 13th, 2021-12:29
Good points raised

MB.. has more visual pit stops..

 
 By: Echi : December 14th, 2021-15:12
That distinct y or v bridge then the devils tail then that wheel on the right side. With the Lange, not sure where my eyes are going to rest. I like movements with distinct visual points like big balance wheels for example. Or the double barrel of a Duome... 

Good points mate

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : December 17th, 2021-00:36
I agree with you!