Marcus Hanke
[PuristSPro Moderator]
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My vote goes to numbers 2 and 3 ...
... but I am biased, of course. First, as forum moderator and long-time fan of Ulysse Nardin, second as former avid fan and 'propagandist' for Zenith, since the time when they were still not allowed to sell watches in the United States.
I seriously dislike the open dial style, and I am convinced that these watches have "the date printed onto them", which means, they are so apparently a child of the 2000s, that in some ten years, nobody wants to see them. If you want to get an impression of "timeless design", just take a book about classic wristwatches.
For me, both, the Elite power reserve, and the Maxi Marine Chronometer are well at home in the category of "timeless designs". The silver faced Marine IMHO is the better choice than the black face, since it better matches a formal outfit, but can also do the "casual" look.
But whichever watch you choose, it is a good one!
Regards,
Marcus
Zenith - open faces and tough decision
