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Thanks to all - Still Thinking it over
Dec 23, 2012,15:27 PM
Thoughts...
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 XXL
+ horological significance of brand (new brand to collection as well)
+ distinct Art Deco style with curved case
+ available in light or dark dial
+ proven workhorse calibre
+ assured long-term service
- may be too large @ 47 mm at the lugs
- round movement in rectangular case
Jaeger LeCoultre Grand Taile
+ horological significance of brand
+ classic Art Deco design
+ nice size @ 42 mm at the lugs
+ rectangular hand wound calibre
+ assured long-term service
- not a new brand
- only available in light dial
- Reverso Duo has no display back due to dual dial
Wempe Chronometerwerke
+ new brand to collection
+ Classic tonneau shape with curved case
+ available in light or dark dial
+ nice size @ 45 mm at the lugs
+ tonneau shaped 3/4 plate, twin barreled hand wound caliber
- jeweler atelier brand
- long term service might be an issue given reliance on Nomos