The Real-Deal VCs
All-right, I couldn't just leave my friends here, and myself, off with a meager AI concoction of what a plastic Overseas made by Swatch could, hypothetically, look like; I had to 'take the plunge' to my local boutique and see a couple of their pieces for ...
I haven’t seen the new 1921 but on photos
it doesn’t really sing to me. So I would think that it’s the Overseas which appealed to you. I’ve tried it on back in 2023 but it gave mixed feelings: the mix of dressy and sporty felt a bit strange: I had a more convincing experience with the silver dial...
That's exactly why I was so curious about reading yours and other people's opinions!!
I actually much preferred the supremely grainy 1921 dial, with the gorgeous contrasting blue Breguet numerals!! I wasn't honestly expecting that to be the case so easily, but the delicately elegant and detailed nature of that dial can ONLY be appreciated ...
I thought you’d prefer the 1921,
which is not for me, but then I recently had my own “you have to experience it” experience with the Cornes de Vache! Judging from the single wrist shot, Filip, I think the 40mm would suit you better. What keeps you from posting more?! Cheers Marc
Yes Marc, that's exactly what I thought, and what is still mulling around in my mind....
I feel that I can pull off a 40mm without any issues, the 41mm Overseas was a good enough fit itself, and it's considerably bulkier than the 1921.... You mean posting more pictures or something else?? I only took these three shots, and one more that ended...
Posting more pictures, yes.
Don’t be shy next time, hehe. I usually ask whether it’s okay to make a picture, which it always is, and end up making several.
I totally get that, and if it wasn't my first time seeing these pieces, I would have probably taken more pictures....
This way, I was making a deliberate decision to spend more time actually paying attention to the watches with my own eyes than creating images to share here or wherever else ....
Very interesting.
Yet another example of the commandment "never trust photos"! I would be very curious to see this new variant in person. On my wrist, 36.5 mm is the only viable option, but it's great if you can pull off the 40 mm. I hope you will be presented one soon! Th...
Yes, in this exact comparison it was easily the winner.
Now, I do think a white gold 40mm piece would better suit my physique and tastes, but the dial on this new version is truly Sublime!!
YESSS , that one is the BEST version they made to this day.
I actually mentioned it to the sales lady 😊😉
For a platinum piece....
Do you think this one is more desirable than the 70eme?? That's a nightmare of a question in my head 🤪
Likewise i hadnt seen the 1921 yet as they didnt have it at either boutique in singapore.
Which boutique is this? Looks nice and cosy
Both interesting watches.
I love the grained dial and blue numerals and hands of the 1921, but the Overseas would suit me more. It doesn't have the elegant dial, but it compensates with the lovely complications. From your posts, you seem like an active person and I would have thou...
Jon, your observations hit the proverbial nail on the head!!
I had literally told the sales advisor that I have a relatively active lifestyle, both personally and professionally, and that practically-speaking the Overseas would easily fit my 24/7 life-cycle more than, perhaps, any other watch on the market today......
I can only imagine that the use of titanium means that production will be low, even if not limited.
I suspect that, like the 222, once the initial hype dies down the Cardinal Points will become more accessible. All the best, Jon
I agree with your sentiments!
The dial configuration is highly aesthetically pleasing....
I too have considered these.
Though not this specific iteration of the 1921. The Overseas while on paper is the perfect watch for me, a dressier dial (taste) in a sporty case (lifestyle) falls short when considering the low power reserve (40 hr) but especially meager water resistance...
When it comes to this specific version of the Overseas....
I agree with your observations wholeheartedly! Cheers, Filip