Mike H
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Thank you to give us the opportunity to dream a bit as if I would pull the trigger myself...
This is quite a difficult exercise but let’s proceed:
- the VC Malte PC is a Watch I love for it’s a complication I love and this is a very serious and beautiful option. If it would be the platinum version with its amazing grained platinum dial I would most probably put it in first place (but it is not too late for you to adjust your choice and consider this configuration). The white gold version is of course extremely beautiful also and could even get my vote for winning here (but check the Pt version if you have a chance, it has a special magic). For this reason I would put this VC very close to the top position of your podium... Let’s decide later what position on the final finish line
- the 5170 is of course a beautiful chrono and I cannot make any objective negative comment but for reasons I cannot explain myself it doesn’t bring me the wow effect : it is a clean but cold beauty. I am probably biaised because I am a big fan of the 5070 that I very much prefer but this is purely for emotional reasons. I make my choices with my heart and the 5170 doesn’t make it beat faster when I see one, sorry.
- the Dato has almost everything to love and I can easily comment because I owned one for quite some time. Probably the choice of most of us here with good reasons for it has almost everything : a mesmerising movement of course but also a beautiful dial perfectly unbalanced with the two sub counters positioned lower than the center of the main dial, an incredible presence on the wrist due to the contrast on the dial... and of course it’s heft which is its only drawback for it is not always comfortable on the wrist. You have to try it on the wrist to experience it in the metal. The shape of my wrist was probably not adapted to the watch and it was twisting on it thus unpleasant feeling. If you don’t have this problem then I would not hesitate to put the Dato in first place on the podium. But if like me you love it’s beauty but find it not comfortable then I would not go for it and put it in second place on the podium
The ball is in your hands now, or on your wrist I should say 
I am eager to know what you finally choose... let us know with photos 
I am eager to know what you finally choose... let us know with photos
Dear all, hope your week went well, and all who can enjoy the the freedom of the outdoors have a great time.
I’m at crossroads in pulling the trigger on one of the following three references, but as usual I’m interested in how you feel about them and which one would you choose. Out of the three I owned the Datograph and the Vacheron perpetual and for different r...
Very attractive Dato!
I own a Dato but it is not as attractive as the one you picture, have never seen that version. It would be my choice, love the blue! I also chose a Lange 1815 over that version Patek 5170.
I have a strong preference for the Dato
Made even better that it is not the Up/Down variant.
You know them very well, since you owned them, but among these 3, I would hesitate between the Datograph and the Vacheron.
The Datograph because it is an icon and one of the finest modern Chrono. The Vacheron Malte PC Chrono because it is such a piece of poetry. A bit bold, though, but so charming. If I had to pick only one... I would go for the Dato, but the Vacheron is a cl...
I would go for the 5170 this time 😉
A bit underrated and extremely versatile if you pick a few different strap options. IMO, the "easiest" to wear. The movement is still a work of art. The Dato is the coolest, but you already know it 😜 Enjoy the decision process!
Out of the 3 pics shown...
My preference is the dato - the architecture of the movement still blows me away and for me the date is the icon for Lange. Especially this version is my preferred version. I would have a hard time deciding between the dato and the black dialled 5170g-010...
The VC..
I like as it has a hunter case back and the lemania movement is top notch and very nicely finished.
Thank you to give us the opportunity to dream a bit as if I would pull the trigger myself...
This is quite a difficult exercise but let’s proceed: - the VC Malte PC is a Watch I love for it’s a complication I love and this is a very serious and beautiful option. If it would be the platinum version with its amazing grained platinum dial I would mo...
Thank you friends, all very valuable responses.
I did not expect this much love for the Datograph, all dough I knew it’s a crowd favorite. My hearth is thorn between this references, but all the points expressed here will definitely count in the decision.
I hesitate to comment as I have never owned a watch of this calibre, nor will I, ever (it is a bit late for my ship to come in). However, one of the advantages of this site is the
sincerity of its members. Those of us with more modest collections still have long-considered opinions about design and execution that may occasionally offer rarely considered perspectives. Thus, my take on what I find an interesting dilemma. What, indeed...
So kind of you, Anthony! I hadn't had time to respond until today. This is your old Sicilian buddy, born in Rochester, who has admired your fine collection and
supportive comments in the past. Now I see you have "discovered" Grand Seiko, and I've failed to "welcome you to the fold!" Well I couldn't agree more with your choice(s) thus far, and look forward to following your progress on that front. Perhaps you wil...
I salute you, and thank you for taking the time to express your thoughts about this thee superb watches.
Reading your post, you actually reinforced my feelings and also brilliantly explained each piece in detail and made me discover aspects that I haven’t seen while I owned them. I didn’t wanted to give give reasons why I would like to reacquire the first tw...
Dear ZSHSZ, How delightful to hear that my assessment of these three magnificent timepieces happens to coincide with your own! You are so kind to have taken
the time to fill out the story for me, especially with such dear and personal details as the sale of your that first Dato in support of your father. Before I allowed myself to become caught in this horological whirlpool I had no appreciation for the depth...
Vacheron for the win
This Datograph has a special place in horological history, no doubt. And the view from the back is breathtaking. The 5170 also has a special place in PP history, but I prefer what came before (5070) and what came after (5172). Finally, the Malte platinum ...
I clearly see your point, and fully agree.
That VC is quite special for all reasons you mentioned, but the simplicity of that 5170 is just irresistible;-))) Thank you for your input, very valuable!!!
