FabR
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My personal preference is normally for R over J, but they are both (extremely) elegant calendars... Just keep in mind that there are *two* 5146J versions still in the catalog:
The -001 in your picture, and a -010 iteration with a darker dial (probably my favorite of the two). If you are interested in purchasing a 5146, I would even suggest to ask your AD to view one or both J models before deciding...it might not be too difficult to source them for you so you can make a more informed decision ;-)
Cheers.
J vs R metals, 5146 new vs old variant
Looking at 5146J and 5146R - was only able to see R in person and it was the new variant. This screenshot from a YouTube video of a J - which is the old variant with a metallic moon phase and slower beating movement - from a looks perspective seems to mak...
The Lighting
Circumstances in those two pictures are very different. Personally, I favor the Rose Gold version. However, I must admit that I have been going through a “Rose Gold Appreciation” phase as of late. Very nice watch no matter what.
My personal preference is normally for R over J, but they are both (extremely) elegant calendars... Just keep in mind that there are *two* 5146J versions still in the catalog:
The -001 in your picture, and a -010 iteration with a darker dial (probably my favorite of the two). If you are interested in purchasing a 5146, I would even suggest to ask your AD to view one or both J models before deciding...it might not be too difficu...
Here's my perspective, i was on the same boat as yours
The cream dial is fantastic and pops really well on both models. I think this issue here is more lighting than anything. And the shiny moon and stars are amazing when they reflect. When choosing between R & J, go with the gold color your heart generally g...
That was
A super helpful response; really appreciate the thoughts. Most surprising was to hear that the J stands out on a brown strap compared to the R. Any color on why? A more “white” metal in the R makes it pop in general? Or maybe the starker contrast that exi...
hmmm good question
Theoretically speaking, It feels like the Rose gold is visually close to brown, so there's not enough contrast compared to yellow gold. which is why that was my impression. Going back to Fabrizio's comment, best thing to do is to go to PP and try them bot...