Manual Wind Watch: GO, Patek, or Vacheron?
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Manual Wind Watch: GO, Patek, or Vacheron?

By iim7v7im7 · Mar 12, 2013 · 22 replies
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iim7v7im7 seeks community input on selecting a new manual-wind watch to complement an existing gold automatic. This discussion highlights the subjective nature of high-end watch collecting, where technical merits often intertwine with personal aesthetic preferences and emotional connections.

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Hi,

I am thinking about adding a nice manual wind watch to my line-up.


Keep in mind this watch is to complement my existing gold automatic watch (shown below).


All three are very nice watches and I like them all for different reasons.  I thought that I would toss this out here for some general commentary.

smile

Bob

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amanico
Mar 12, 2013

Then because it is a Chronometer. And a nice one! If only they removed the date... Best, Nicolas

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foversta
Mar 12, 2013

But I would choose the Patek at the end due to the watch you already own: a different shape will be a nice addition to your collection and I like this case. If we forget the context of the Breguet, my fav of the trio is the Vacheron: I had the chance to wear it again a few days ago, what a gorgeous watch! The case is stunning and the 4400 is perfect on a daily basis. Fx

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dr.kol
Mar 12, 2013

However, GO is with the date and the watch is also quite thick. Both PP and VC are also capable of delivering chronometer accuracy, even better. I have 5124G for the simple reason that this watch is incredibly comfortable on the wrist. And it is slim! I ordered the strap with the right length and added the folding clasp with Calatrava cross. I would say that the watch is perfect in its class. And I do not get bored admiring the dial. What's your selection? Best, Kari

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moc
Mar 12, 2013

its pure class....close call with the GO though... Mo

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WHL
Mar 12, 2013

Which from me is probably no surprise. :-) All are really nice and would also complement the 5177. Bill

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aaronm
Mar 12, 2013

Neither of the other ones are bad, but I just like the GO better. It's got a lovely movement and it's a little more versatile then the other 2 A

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