CaliforniaJed
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think differently!
The ’97 and ’98 examples seem to me the quintessential Mille Miglia watches. And I like 2012, MTF. It would be my favorite, in fact, but for the GMT complication, which seems superfluous
on this watch. My favorite, though, is
the 2008 GTX!.
Generally, I am not a fan of this dial configuration, with the three chrono subdials “pointing left”, but it is well balanced here, and I much prefer the date window at 3 than stuck between 4 and 5. The white dial is fresh, and the red contrast is great. And I love the etched dial 6 and 12!
Great post, MTF -- thanks!
Best,
CaliforniaJed
This message has been edited by CaliforniaJed on 2015-02-10 15:11:37
CHOPARD Mille Miglia Race Watches 1997 - 2014: Which is the Best?
CHOPARD Mille Miglia Race Watches 1997 - 2014 Retrospective Which is the best Chopard Mille Miglia Race Watch? This review hopes to conclude with The One (to date). This retrospective look at Mille Miglia (MM) race watches begins from 1997 because that is...
1997 or 1998, for me. Great souvenirs!
The 2009 has the same spirit, for me. Excellent idea, to recap all the versions! Best, Nicolas
1997 and 1998 Editions
Nico 1997 edition was in the vintage 'Classic' style that they brought back for 2014. I would EXPECT you to like that. ;) 2014 I left out the ones without GMT movement because I don't like the date window at 'half-past-four' that you get with the straight...
The 2014 is not bad at all! How could I miss it???
With a Dunlop strap and badaboum, a killer! Best, Nicolas
Period Correctness?
Nico, How can you ask for rubber strap with the Mille Miglia 2014 Race Edition? That would not be correct for the period. The watch pays tribute to the oldest cars from the 1920s and 1930s. That is why the usual 1960s Dunlop Racing style rubber strap is r...
This one ...
Just because it carries the last name of my most recent granddaughter: Now, family matters aside, the 2014 looks almost perfect: My only complain is the date (also called Nicolas syndrome). Without the date ... Perfect. Cheers, Nilo ...
Your grand-daughter is called Competitor?
:-) Perhaps she is little Miss Ferrara or a Roma by name? Thanks for your vote for the 2014 Edition.. I did not like the Chopard Mille Miglia 2014 Race Edition at first look. It seemed wishy-washy in pale colours compared to recent trends for more red and...
Good guess but ...
I believe that my daughter reject the "Competitor" as a name. She also reject the 100m!!! Little Miss Ferrara (I'm so absented minded that I triple check before I did the original post) is the correct name. About straps, I agree with your taste to Barenia...
Are you psychic?
Shell Cordovan is great material for racing apparel and maybe you know something about future designs for CHOPARD and Porsche Motorsport watches? ;) As the MM 2014 Race Edition is a tribute to vintage classic racing, they must use calfskin. I like Barenia...
Great report and excellent reference for all PuristS,
this is a real treat! The 2012 is my idea of a great balance of all the elements and so classy IMHO. I own the 1998 and will always own it as it is the first watch my wife ever purchased for me. I just hope to get over to Italy one day and enjoy the race ...
I'm gonig to count that as a vote for 2012
timerider, With the 1998 edition, you were and are a captive audience; it is a matter of the heart. ;) But your description of the 2012 edition is from the soul. It was on my shortlist and in fact, came 2nd after the 2013 edition. Regards, MTF
Great minds...
think differently! The ’97 and ’98 examples seem to me the quintessential Mille Miglia watches. And I like 2012, MTF. It would be my favorite, in fact, but for the GMT complication, which seems superfluous on this watch. My favorite, though, is the 2008 G...
Counting the vote for 2008 but also teasing with another
Jed, I count your vote for the 2008 limited edition. Just to be 'ornery' I tease you with a non-limited 2008 Mille Miglia watch disallowed entry to the voting race. Regards, MTF ...
i don't know, which one and why i should choose, but ...
... what a great job to do this thread, so that we can find all these watches here! regards Stephan
We need your help and vote because...
Stephan, First, we are a community so your personal opinion matters to our participants. Second, we are interested in which style of Mille Miglia Race watches are popular. There are 2 lines - Classic and Modern Racing and 3 types of functions previously o...
so i vote for the 2004 version and for a next time version ...
i think it could be a one near by this 2004 modern/classic design, but without GMT and tachy bezel. regards Stephan
Well, MTF...
Before reaching your criteria I had already and in a heartbeat chosen the Mille Miglia 2013. ;) Marcelo
Thanks for your vote for 2013
marcelo, When you chose 2013, was it in real life or just our fantasy league? :-) If you liked the 2013 edition, what do you hope for the 2015 version....? Eh? Regards, MTF
Fantasy, MTF.
Unfortunately. :-( About the 2015 edition, I hope to be surprised. ;) Best! Marcelo
Dichotomy between expectation and surprise
marcelo, Now, you made me philosophical. From Chopard, we EXPECT nothing less than perfection. How can we be SURPRISED when we already expect that? Actually, I think the 2015 Mille Miglia watches may even surpass 2013..... For aesthetic and technique. Our...
Great overview! Thanks! Several of the Chopard Mille Miglia models call out to me.
Of course, getting one as a Valentine's gift from a dearly beloved, with cert and manual signed by Dr. Zagato himself, makes one particular variant just extra extra special to me... :-) Thanks for the overview!
The 2004 GMT style is ace
Particularly this black/red design with the carbon fiber dial - special Dubai 250 limited edition 2007 MM GMT Dubai Edition ...
Correction
I own an 8141 from 1988, it was attached to car number 215 a Porsche 955 and it is confirmed on the back of the watch that it was a true Mille Miglia 8141. However, the red arrow is not on the face of. the race models, I believe that the commercial or aft...
8141 Mille MIGLIA -Event presentation watch
Gary I was after much trawling interested to read your note on the participant presentation watch I took part in the MILLE MIGLIA in 1987/88/89 in 1955 PORSCHE 550 Spyder with event number 193 and still have my watch with no red arrows and the start numbe...