JLC - AMVOX I in all "flavors" [question on case thickness]

AMVOX I in all "flavors" [question on case thickness]

I am very much hoping Nicolas will chime in on this one, so will try to keep it short and organized.

Since my early days as watch nut, the Polaris has been my ultimo primo grail. Not long ago, I finally managed to try one on my wrist - the original Polaris (not the reedition). The case thickness was a turn-off for me

Having read the great in-depth posted by amanico here http://indepth.watchprosite.com/show-nblog.post/ti-403506/ I failed to see any mention of the case thickness of the different flavors. Does this part of the review imply that the 42mm AMVOX 1 cases are also identical in thickness to the (original) Polaris?

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The similarities are simply stunning: same shape of the case, the case back, the lugs, the crowns, same size ( 42mm), even the same unpleasant system for the setting of the date, and the size of the strap!

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Browsing the listings for sale, I spotted a SS version made exclusively for Aston Martin but without the yellow accents on the dial - is that a mistake, or does such exist?

In summary:

1) What is the case thickness of the various AMVOX1 models?

2) Is there another model which shares similar looks (with or without alarm) which is similar in diameter (42mm) but thinner?

3) the in-depth posted by Nicolas leads me to believe that at time of writing, the "preferred" one was the titanium version? Is that still the case?

4) Assuming budget up to 10k, what recommendation would you give to a fellow member with above considerations in mind?

Thank you for reading and any comments/recommendation you may have!

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Don’t remember the thickness…

By: blomman Mr Blue : May 11th, 2012-04:02

But all 42mm Polaris like watches is quite thick. Except for the AMVOX I you also have the Master Compressor Memovox. Here is a link to a comparison post I wrote some years ago: jlc.watchprosite.com As for SS vs TI its a matter of taste. I pers...

Here are sme answers, Tom.

By: amanico : May 11th, 2012-04:53

1/ The thickness of the Amvox I is 15 mm. So, 2, 5 mm thinner compared to the TT Polaris, because of the plexy, on this mast one, which is really huge. 2/ No. 3/ Yes, it is still the case. 4/ The Amvox I, in stainless steel or in titanium is to me, the wa...

Thank you, Blomman and Nicolas! What's up with the date though?

By: tom_hanx : May 11th, 2012-05:31

Gents, Thank you for the quick and razor sharp replies; the review on AMI vs MCM was intriguing but still left me desiring an Amovox more. Somehow, the crown at 10 is astray in my eyes. Quick follow-up; both articles of Nicolas and Blomman suggest the dat...

The issue with the date is

By: amanico : May 11th, 2012-05:43

That you have to love the hour hand backward and forward between 10 PM and 3 AM to change the date. Is the current date is 10, and that the date on your watch is 11, you will have to do it 30 times before setting the date correctly. FASTIDIOUS! Best, Nico...

Sounds exactly like my Nomos (cal. Zeta)

By: tom_hanx : May 11th, 2012-05:49

Instead of rocking it back and forth, I usually just go forward until I set it up. Lately just check at what date it has stopped, once not in rotation and usually put it back on the wrist a day before the date it stopped. Thus, only moving it a day. Shoul...

Which is not very practical if you have to stop it for 30 days. ;)

By: amanico : May 11th, 2012-06:18

You are absolutely correct. But then, why stop it LOL [nt]

By: tom_hanx : May 11th, 2012-06:42

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That is why I don't always set the date on my watches. ;)

By: amanico : May 11th, 2012-06:45

Of course. Vlad's date is always Friday the 13th. [nt]

By: nilomis : May 11th, 2012-06:56

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It's an old style setting ...

By: nilomis : May 11th, 2012-05:47

You need to pass the 2 AM mark, to advance the date, and then move back to 10 PM in order to restart the process. Repeat N times to advance the date N days. My impression is that this is not a big deal and it allows you to have an excuse to play more with...