Thaddeus
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My vote is for the Glashutte, with one caveat.
I own the 2018 green annual edition with the textured dial, and I adore it. Love that Tiki-lounge font of the numerals! However, I suggest seeing and handling the GO in real life before coming to a decision. At the very least, check out some youtube videos that show changing perspectives of the watch face. My impression is that the standard (non-textured) Sixties dials have a bit too much blank, flat, and empty space in the center of the dial. The original watch designs of the 1960's focused on the domed and rounded nature of the dial and this was emphasized by the domed crystals of the times. Visually, the current versions appear to be mostly flat dials with domed edges. I believe that the reason for this optical effect is the result of the increase in diameter of the modern versions. The vintage designs were somewhere close to 36mm, the modern tributes are 39mm. The designers scaled up the diameter but not the thickness, therefore the dome effect is diminished. This flattening optical effect is most clearly pronounced in the white dials, and is also present in the colored dials.
Somehow the textured dial versions seem to escape looking so flat and empty in the center. The bold texture camouflages the area of flatness. Don't get me wrong, the standard models are very beautiful and distinctive! I just think the standard non-textured versions would look much better at 36mm.
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I cannot ignore these two at a very similar price point… Which one for you, and why? *Images borrowed ...
Tougher call than I thought…
Yes purer without date. But if I want the less “dressy” of the two, could one argue the date makes the JLC a touch more casual than the GO?
I have enough casual steel watches 😉
Eye on the gold ones now 😂 We agree the GO is the purists choice with no date 👍🏻 Thanks for weighing in mon ami
Ooooh that’s a nice one
I hadn’t thought of. I watched a review and enjoyed it, alas the price looks to be a bit prohibitive for this time around !
In this case, for me, the JLC in spite of things like the date.
The dauphine hands and simple makers along with the better balanced case dimensions win me over.
Of course
But we can enjoy discussing and I can procrastinate putting off the decision a little longer 😉
Can't decide!
I keep going back and forth between the two...initially I was leaning JLC by the slightest of margins due to it's, in my opinion, higher versatility quotient (if that's a thing..lol). But then I look at the GO and it's so playful and seems like you could ...
See, it’s much more difficult than I originally thought!
The tiebreaker for me may be the JLC’s mesmerizing silver sunburst dial. That is really something else. The cherry on top is the blued seconds hand. The GO has a similar color silver dial, but it is fine grain, not sunburst. On the other hand, the GO is s...
JLC for me.
Dauphine hands, dart indexes, numbers font -- all winners. The GO has its charms, though...
I'll live with the date on the JLC
because I really prefer the applied numerals. Absolutely nothing wrong with the other, it is beautiful but I'll take the applied numerals.
Nice suggestion
However I’m leaning towards the MC if I go JLC, its aesthetics are more pleasing to me . Thank you
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I never have cared for the numerals shown on watch dials. The 12 - 3 - 6 - 9 - thing never really appeals to me. In this case I will have to abstain. Both have charms. GO has the heritage of German excellence. JLC is the master of movements, IMHO. Flip a ...
Thanks for weighing in
Wish we shared the same problem. My finances would likely be in better shape. I love the numerals on dials, hence my weighing this decision and also loving other dial designs such as Omega Seamaster 300 Heritage, and more recently , the GO SeaQ 39.5 mm, w...
Interesting set of remarks — both are beautiful — were it not for the date, easily the JLC.
The GO doesn’t sing to me — so, I would be inclined to think about other options. I have no idea about the price point for either of these watches. But, Moser, Rolex 1908, the new VC 56 in rose gold?
Thanks for your response
And suggestions. Pre-owned, these 2 I’m considering are priced much lower, so I’m afraid those alternatives are going to be prohibitive for me
Interesting as both are modern takes on 50-60 year old dress watch design. At first I saw an easy decision for the GO. Not a fan of 3 o'clock dates that disrupt dial aesthetics and balance and
I like the style of the numerals on the GO. But the more I looked the more I realized this is a tighter race than originally thought. The JLC is super clean and snappy looking. Also its hands are uniquely cool and fun. Both brands have earned high respect...
Great analysis
Thank you for your comments. At first it was an easy GO decision for me , but then this damn JLC creeps in! Yes, I can afford one (both are priced about the same). So yes, agreed, I should make no sacrifice . It’s just a matter of choosing now !
It so perfect and charming
Then surrounded by the soft glow of gold=1 irresistible package !
I love JLC
but in this price range, GO would be the better choice, JLC is outstanding in higer ranges
The GO wins for me.
No date and a very unusual, sleek and a sense of uniqueness because of the number font. The JLC, while nice, looks like many others. (Think Calatrava).
JLC for me
Hi I prefer the hands & dial layout. The date doesn't bother me. Though it might be a different story after I've tried them on. We e all looked at watches & thought they looked great - but after trying them on it's an almost instant no. Enjoy making the d...
Between these two the GO 👌🏻
Nothing wrong with the JLC but between these two the GO simply has the more unique, distinctive design 😊👍🏻
JLC
I like the font and hands on JLC better. Enough to compensate for the date cut out.
6-10 JLC
Looks like the community has spoken. With some members forced to abstain because it was too close to call. Welcome to my world 😂 Thanks everyone for weighing in!
If I was buying for myself I’d go with
the JLC. It’s fresher and sportier, I can see myself wearing it even with a jeans and t shirt, GO on the other hand even though beautiful to look at, on the wrist to me would seem a bit too classical and outdated and I wouldn’t wear it. Just my personal o...
Agree JLC is the sportier of the 2
That probably suits me best since my lifestyle rarely calls for a dress watch. Although I’m betting either can be dressed down with the right strap. Thanks for your comment
Glashutte deifnitely, and I am a massive JLC Fan.
The basic JLC is rather plain and does not bring any excitement for me. This glashutte however with its special font and dial is a nice tribute to historical timepieces. Much more interesting in my eyes. You need to go Ultra Thin or to the models with com...
JLC even if I’m not a fan of the date window location..
While I like the GO, I think I’ll tire of that look at some point.
My vote is for the Glashutte, with one caveat.
I own the 2018 green annual edition with the textured dial, and I adore it. Love that Tiki-lounge font of the numerals! However, I suggest seeing and handling the GO in real life before coming to a decision. At the very least, check out some youtube video...
Both are great. it would depend...
on for what use? If it's for business purposes, I would go with the JLC because it has a date. if it's more for dress, the GO is nice, too. I'm more partial to JLC, with the exception of GO's perpetual calendar. At the end of the day, get the one that "sp...
