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Hi AT :-)
She's gone to a new home on the insistence of a friend of mine who just had to have it, I let her go for the following reasons which I referred to in my review:
Where I love the design and the watch:
"I have no doubt in my mind that if they do they will be very successful as the watch has all the magical ingredients. I would also recommend making the Endurer in Rosegold, Yellow Gold, Platinum with various dial and strap combinations. Maybe an Endurer in Titanium with Titanium bracelet would be interesting as well. Most importantly they need to come out with a slightly smaller version of the Endurer for ladies or men with smaller wrists. It is too early for limited editions and the All Blacks is nice but the dial is too busy and they need to establish the Endurer before going down the road of L.Es."
I'm waiting for the Endurer to made in 1) Titanium to reduce the weight of the watch and 2) in a smaller version.
These were the 2 nagging reasons I let mine go.
I'm also in the hunt for an Octo Ceramic, I've tried it on at my local boutique but the case size bothers me, wish they were a bit smaller which is the reason I've held back from pulling the trigger but otherwise another fantastic watch from Bulgari.
One last reservation I have is the Bulgari brand name itself, honestly the Brand Perception for me is too "Airport Duty Free" and "Mass Produced Luxury" although I know I shouldn't think that way knowing its Daniel Roth/Gerald Genta in essence but I can't help thinking that way, I've been conditioned by decades of Bulgari Advertising, Perfumes and Toiletries Gift Bags that come with buying their Perfumes.
W hen I wore the Endurer my watch collector buddies liked it but were not as excited about it (they're Label Snobs) as I was because it was a Bulgari, if it said Audemars Piguet or Patek on the dial they'd be all over it, but the fact its a Bulgari they were like whatever, one of them asked me "How much did you pay for it?" and I replied "How much do you think?" and the answer was USD 6k max, Ouch! that did hurt. When I told them a bit more about it and how much it really was they were nodding and thinking about my counter arguments but from their expressions I could tell they were not convinced.
I love the designs and watches they've come out with in the last 2 years but the general Brand Perception is a deal breaker.
S
Bulgari Endurer Chronosprint "On-The-Wrist" Review
The luxury sports watch market is a very crowded marketplace today with numerous competitive offerings. Many sports watch collectors have Rolex Explorers or Omega Seamasters in their collections, and "large" watches such as the Panerai Luminor and Audemar...
One of my favorites...
IMO, one of the more unique designs and definitely a favorite. It's a bit too large for my small wrist otherwise I would get one. Thanks for the review. -MW
Yeah it's a large watch. I wonder if they will make a smaller Endurer someday
That would be awesome and definitely increase its potential target customer base since not everyone can handle a watch this size. Cheers, Anthony
Do you have an Endurer Salman?
If so, let's see some wristshots in the forum every so often :) The Bulgari Endurer needs to get the publicity it so well deserves IMO! Cheers, Anthony
Hi AT :-)
She's gone to a new home on the insistence of a friend of mine who just had to have it, I let her go for the following reasons which I referred to in my review: Where I love the design and the watch: "I have no doubt in my mind that if they do they will ...
I think many are hoping for a smaller version too
I think it would be sexy seeing a smaller sized Endurer on a petite woman's wrist! Wow your other watch collector friends think $6k is a fair price for the Endurer? Ouch. I wonder what they think a good watch for $10k or $20k to get is then... Cheers, Ant...
I could have written more :P
but it was already such a long review already. Well over 2,000+ words! Cheers, Anthony
The Bulgari Edurer is similar to The Royal Oak & Nautilus because they were designed by
The Bulgari Edurer is similar to The Royal Oak & Nautilus because they were designed by the same man: Gerald Genta. Regards.
Gerald Genta is the man
I love his work and hope he continues to design more iconic watches. Cheers, Anthony
Gerald Genta Can't design anymore...
Gerald Genta Can't design anymore. Because he unfortunately passed away.
Phalanges?
Anthony. Thanks for the long-term review. The usual 2-minute handling that most reviews are based on is not sufficient to learn all the subtle nuances of true watch user-ship. I agree with most of your report except for one thing. I love you lots, PuristS...
Heh thanks for correction!
I had a great time wearing the Endurer as well as writing up my review. It really is an awesome watch which I highly recommend to everyone, especially those who like Panerai, AP, and Hublot. Cheers, Anthony
Doesn't look too big!
For sports watch on weekend or vacation, this may well be one of the contenders. Besides, it would be even cooler if it were still Daniel Roth brand....... Thank you for the nice and comprehensive review! Ken
Thanks for reading Ken
I like the fact that you can use the Chronosprint counter as a GMT so it's a perfect travelling watch too. Glad you liked the review! Cheers, Anthony
A thorough review!
Saving the best for the last; a buy order from our reviewer. It is indeed a very interesting design that really harks back to the 1970s. You put it best as it is a tribrid (hybrid for three) of the Big Bang, the Royal Oak, and the Nautilus - a very accura...
Great review, Anthony!
It must have been extra special for you to make this review, as we all know how fond you are of the Endurer. It looks really cool on you! Now the question is, do you feel is cooler than your P10 XPro? Thanks for sharing your impressions with all of us. Ch...
Yes, the Endurer feels better for me than my P10 X-Pro
Without taking any consideration on sentimental value, I would choose the Endurer over the P10 X-Pro. Cheers, Anthony
Wow! That is saying a lot
As I remember from Igott2 how well the XPro suited you. Hopefully soon you will be able to call an Endurer your own. Cheers, Alex
Thank you for the detailed review!
Some very interesting points raised, such as the narrowing of the metal band. Hoping you will have one of your own soon to enjoy permanently.