Sorry I hit the upload button by mistake, and then I could not edit my post. In any case, what I wanted to add is that I appreciate any info or comments. I hardly ever contribute to the forum by posting things, but I visit everyday and I do feel part of the family. Attached (hopefully) are some pict

Two days I received in the mail a vintage Minerva triple date chrono. I purchased the watch from a seller on e-Bay. I had never purchased anything on e-bay before let alone a vintage watch, but I must say the experience was better than expected. The watch arrived and it is a beauty. I do not know mu

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Good news about the boutique news; however, I just ordered a new GP from my AD. I am wondering if I should have waited to maybe get a better deal.

Dear Jack: I too had a problem with my 5817, but thankfully my story has a happy ending. A few years ago, shortly after the 5817 came out, I purchased one from an AD in Miami, FL. After a couple of days I noticed that the watch would stop. I tried manually winding it, and various other things, but w

Just to be clear I was told by the salespeople that the production model will have slightly smaller numbers. Delivery is scheduled for November.

I really appreciate all the comments. I think I am going to try and swing by the shop again before I return hope to try on the watch one more time just to be sure about the feel.

Magnus thank you for that insight. I think the way you described this new series is perfect. You captured my feelings about the watch i.e. fresh and sporty, and perfect for my lifestyle. I also think this watch is a great piece or horology thank to the new movement. Again to compare to VC Quai de I'

MW yes strangely I did find them to my liking, whereas in the pictures they distracted. What I am still grappling with is the 43.5 mm size. I know a lot of people profess to have small wrists, but trust me I do really have small wrists, and the 43.5 is truly big on my wrist. Nevertheless, it did not