The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[bdavro23]

What about the manual wind XL Santos Dumont model? I'm guessing the dressier Santos Dumonts have not been as popular.

Since the Cartier talk from a few weeks ago I've been looking at Tank Americaine's, Cintree's and Santos Dumont's online and instagram quite a bit lately.

I have a huge affinity for Cartier, but I think the dials on their current line up are a far cry from the gems they used to produce. It feels like there were some MBAs involved who cut production costs at the expense of the finer details.

 

[officine]

I'm coming to this august body to see if anyone has familiarity with the Breguet 5907..specifically how it wears given its modest size. I have opportunity to procure one at a good price and find it stunningly beautiful; however, I've not been able to see one in the flesh. My sole concern is how it wears. My sweet spot for pure dress watches is 36mm-37mm. This is a 34.5mm diameter, with long flat lugs measuring 42mm lug-to-lug. My wrist size is 6.75" (171mm). I'm hoping someone on the thread owns or has owned the piece. Any feedback is appreciated.

Here is an example off the web:

 

[Viral]

I have a huge affinity for Cartier, but I think the dials on their current line up are a far cry from the gems they used to produce. It feels like there were some MBAs involved who cut production costs at the expense of the finer details.

can you provide examples of what you're referring to?

 

[bdavro23]

can you provide examples of what you're referring to?

Privée Pleasures: Cartier Paris Collection

Originally created to give collectors to own vintage-looking Cartier watches, the timepieces in Collection Privée Cartier Paris have become highly sought.

revolutionwatch.com

Look at the dial work on these and compare to the flat dials they are producing now.

 

[Texasmade]

Privée Pleasures: Cartier Paris Collection

Originally created to give collectors to own vintage-looking Cartier watches, the timepieces in Collection Privée Cartier Paris have become highly sought.

revolutionwatch.com

Look at the dial work on these and compare to the flat dials they are producing now.

You're comparing special LE CPCP's of the past to standard production models. Not really a fair comparison.

 

[Ebitdaddy]

The new MB&F 101s dropped today. Pretty tempted but I think I'll grab them used later on at a steep discount. The stainless model without the stupid Legacy Machine script looks so much better. Finishing seems to be a bit more interesting too.

In other news, sold my Zeitwerk so need a replacement

 

[Nickd]

I'm coming to this august body to see if anyone has familiarity with the Breguet 5907..specifically how it wears given its modest size. I have opportunity to procure one at a good price and find it stunningly beautiful; however, I've not been able to see one in the flesh. My sole concern is how it wears. My sweet spot for pure dress watches is 36mm-37mm. This is a 34.5mm diameter, with long flat lugs measuring 42mm lug-to-lug. My wrist size is 6.75" (171cm). I'm hoping someone on the thread owns or has owned the piece. Any feedback is appreciated.

Here is an example off the web:

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I don’t own that watch, but I have a dress Omega with very similar dimensions, and my wrists are the same size as yours. This is how it looks on.

 

[Wild Strawberry Rabbit]

 

[chocomallo]

I'm coming to this august body to see if anyone has familiarity with the Breguet 5907..specifically how it wears given its modest size. I have opportunity to procure one at a good price and find it stunningly beautiful; however, I've not been able to see one in the flesh. My sole concern is how it wears. My sweet spot for pure dress watches is 36mm-37mm. This is a 34.5mm diameter, with long flat lugs measuring 42mm lug-to-lug. My wrist size is 6.75" (171cm). I'm hoping someone on the thread owns or has owned the piece. Any feedback is appreciated.

Here is an example off the web:

View attachment 1608329

I have not worn that particular watch. I am a big fan of smaller watches. My wrist is about 7.5 inches. This watch on my wrist is 33mm:

If you love it, I wouldn’t let the size bother you. Trends change. Just look at how excited everyone is that the Explorer is back at 36mm. Yours is only a bit smaller.

 

[chocomallo]

The new MB&F 101s dropped today. Pretty tempted but I think I'll grab them used later on at a steep discount. The stainless model without the stupid Legacy Machine script looks so much better. Finishing seems to be a bit more interesting too.

In other news, sold my Zeitwerk so need a replacement

I felt the same way about the Legacy Machine text until I tried it on. I quite liked it. By the way, this one is available NIB at a local dealer for a fantastic price. I have seriously considered it, but it is a bit too tall for me in the long run I think. PM me if you are interested.

 

[bdavro23]

You're comparing special LE CPCP's of the past to standard production models. Not really a fair comparison.

It was just an easy visual for comparison. Look at the Cle or really most of the older designs and you'll see similar dial work with much more detail.

Also, the prive line is supposed to be a higher level of watchmaking and they have Seiko like dials on some of them. So perhaps not as unfair as you're making out.

 

[pmeis]

Fun with moody lighting.

 

[reidd]

I have not worn that particular watch. I am a big fan of smaller watches. My wrist is about 7.5 inches. This watch on my wrist is 33mm:

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If you love it, I wouldn’t let the size bother you. Trends change. Just look at how excited everyone is that the Explorer is back at 36mm. Yours is only a bit smaller.

That Patek is stunning. Which reference is that?

 

[Phileas Fogg]

Fun with moody lighting.

this watch has really been sucking me in!

 

[officine]

I don’t own that watch, but I have a dress Omega with very similar dimensions, and my wrists are the same size as yours. This is how it looks on.
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Thanks!

I have not worn that particular watch. I am a big fan of smaller watches. My wrist is about 7.5 inches. This watch on my wrist is 33mm:

View attachment 1608490
If you love it, I wouldn’t let the size bother you. Trends change. Just look at how excited everyone is that the Explorer is back at 36mm. Yours is only a bit smaller.

Ditto

I'm going to go for it. Will keep thread abreast if I can close.