The who is who of modern chronographs ππ»ππ»ππ»
By: KMII : April 5th, 2024-13:40
Some truly astounding pieces you show and itβs hard to choose only one π Although I have to say your CdV shot with the hat is an all time classic and always a top contender for top spots ππ»ππ»ππ»
The issue is the column wheel cap which takes up a large amount of real estate on the caseback and its polished surface is quite a distraction. The CDV movement is prettier - but they both come a distance 2nd and 3rd to the Datograph.
I have a fairly large number of watches so donβt tend to wear any one for more than a day or so. Ironically the only one to exhibit rate issues was the Datograph - which had become massively magnetized for some reason. The balance wheel was banking and the rate of gain was over 5 mins a day. All it took was a couple of runs through the demagnetizer and it was running fine again.
Iβm no fanboy either - I try to find the positives in all brands - although some are easier than others π€£. As far as FPJ goes Iβm off the beaten track with this Linesport Rattrapante, a Havana RG Chronometre Souverain and a platinum Quantieme Perpetuel. I appreciate the technical brilliance of the Resonance models - just not sure on the dial aesthetics. Even though the Linesport is large at 44mm it wears smaller as it has no lugs. The titanium is featherlight - 75g including bracelet!
What a splendid line-up !.. Really hard to pick only one of your treasures.. Also enjoyed your sublime movement shots !
By: hs111 : April 6th, 2024-14:50
And for me the VC CdV gets the nod, (cool Hat shot) with lots of pleasure for the A. Lange Flyback Datograph and the Patek (5172).. HAGWE & Best, ππ
Just one but a superb choice my dear friend Yacomino! I can well understand you saying it has been your most worn watch since you got it. Keep enjoying and loving it so much my dear friend! Hagwe, Abel