amanico
[JLC Moderator]
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The original...
The dateless version:
Honestly, I much prefer the original, ten the dateless version...
The original is warmer, with a better balance.
The dateless is nice, even if cold, and with the subdials which are too centered, which is intriguing...
The Date ruins the dial, in my opinion.
Best,
Nicolas
Breguet Type XXI 3810 Titanium
Hi All, Need your opinions on the Type XXI in Titanium. I tried this on the other day and it looked great. Thoughts on this piece? How is titanium to live with? Thanks B Image: ablogtoread...
Titanium is easy to live with...Lighter than SS, and harder, too
It will be more resistant to scratches and very comfortable to wear. Now, I would personally go for the smaller Type XX, also in titanium if this detail is important for you. Smaller, it also has a more balanced dial, which makes me prefer it to the Type ...
cheers!
Thanks Nicolas, I tried on the XX in SS and it wasnt too fond of it. I liked the Type XX 100th black bezel model, but my understanding is they are no longer available (ltd to 1000). I'll sit on it for a bit i think!
I am very intrigued by this piece
I'm going to see it in person, maybe bring a camera along, this week. It has many strengths. Maybe a bit busy? Not sure til I see it in person. But in pics, I am VERY intrigued. I always REALLY, REALLY loved the Type 21 in SS and especially RG, but found ...
The original...
The dateless version: Honestly, I much prefer the original, ten the dateless version... The original is warmer, with a better balance. The dateless is nice, even if cold, and with the subdials which are too centered, which is intriguing... The Date ruins...
The Aeronvale is probably my favorite
among the available models, but... I find it small and a little forgettable at the same time. Also the shiny finish for me is not suitable for a true sport watch, but this is my problem with so many new/modern sporty watches--why shiny? In actual use out ...