I went for this version as I wanted something from the current catalogue (although shortly after I bought it the model was discontinued) that is as close as possible to the original version of the reference 96. ...
One day. Yours is truly special too. There are some post-96 references from the 60s that are even more similar to your watch. I think you made a great choice. ...
I pulled the trigger too many years ago fascinated by the sector dial and its old charm, also loving all the blue accents popping here and there... Ciao Luca ...