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Normally i’d agree but i’d make an exception to this one..
It picks up on the design elements of the porsche that they raced in. The number 40 is the number of the car as its displayed on the doors so it kinda makes sense that they’d put it on the dial as one would in a race car.. outside for all to see. So if we view the watch as a homage to their race car, it arguably gets a pass.
Now contrast that with the 40th anniversary Patek with the 40 on the dial that caused quite a ruckus in this forum. I think a lot of us preferred to not see that on the dial 
Laurent Ferrier SPORT AUTO 40 - Geneva Watch Days 2023
Just released "The Sport Auto 40 is a tribute to racing history, inspired by the Porsche 935 Turbo No. 40. Relive the atmosphere of the world's greatest motor race with this timepiece, featuring a dial in the legendary racing car's colors. The 1979 Porsch...
ah wow it was quick ! It was definitely available when I posted it..
and owners could have ordered also yesterday ! A gorgeous watch for sure. I love the blue!
Dial is well done…
I always prefer the traditionally finished micro-rotor, but true this finish resonates well with the timepiece.
Normally i’d agree but i’d make an exception to this one..
It picks up on the design elements of the porsche that they raced in. The number 40 is the number of the car as its displayed on the doors so it kinda makes sense that they’d put it on the dial as one would in a race car.. outside for all to see. So if we...
A big fat no from me
I think a lot of people will know that I’m a huge LF lover. So to say I don’t like this says a lot. I think they need to do way more than changing dial colors and making collaborations. They are lacking in the creative space after the initial few years. T...
In the metal the watch is amazing .. perhaps I like a bit more my "standard" blue version. I disagree about the need to "make more" ...
the most successfull brands (Rolex, Patek) evolve with small changes (dial colours etc). I think the Sport Auto is the best Laurent Ferrier in terms of design and, clearly, commercial success. It fits into what the market, apparently, still want. Which is...