There was really something that didn’t attract me on the 2004 model and you named it – the asymmetrical dial. The new model looks classier.
You’re also right about the blue hand – a heated one would look better. At least it was not a downgrading from the 2004 model, which night & day blue hand also seems painted.
BTW, do you think the old and new model 2nd time zone hands (they look identical) are heated?
Best regards,
Marcelo