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A very special day - Passion revisited

Although several by now have posted first pictures of the running arrivals of the

Reverso TT 1931, I’ve decided to post this, not without with some kind reluctance , as it will

not just list objective findings, but merely convey emotions and perceptions:

Nevertheless:

Thus, I thought to maybe share some experiences, some feelings – less a description

but more journey of passionate interest:

Act 1: The Occasion –

So, yesterday there was this unexpected call from my AD, to let me know of the arrival of the TT R 31 here

, telling me that they had just – knowing me – made a demonstration/tentative

reservation for me – actually as the No 1 listed customer in the City, for the whole country (!?)

they said with a polite, almost sheepish smile ..

Well, I though, why not – let’s go there, have an impression in the real, take this

oppurtunty to see how it feels

– but I had seen it in promotional and forum pictures, so no real surprise probably

– that’s what I thought, at least.

Also, a number of watch projects , interests pending for me and in the works somehow,

– hence, a really nice occasion

Act 2: The Encounter –

What shall I say, from the first moment I was VERY much drawn to this piece, the

proportions & dimensions, the UT – case, and then – well this dial, this magnificent

dial.

- so much appeal, so much class: those very low-key indices, two-hands only – very pure,

almost eclectic .. – and then also this, how to say minimalistic, iconic signage with

„Reverso“, nothing else..

Further, I discover something quite unexpected: in different lighting conditions the dial

indices take somehow another appearance: More white in direct, frontal light and

then when turning, when exposing it to a more diffuse, indirect lighting, the warmer, more

vintage- type look – quite different both – An illusion maybe, but a truly nice one ..

On top, then this very intense black, low-key, and noble, elegant but with a

demanding strong presence, nevertheless,

Alltogether very INTENSO Reverso ..

On the wrist – judge for yourself: on my rather small wrist I like it a lot, good

proprotions, a very nice feel – great to look at

- pretty much a black Sirene’s song ..

she has been, but not really now, maybe not yet;

- recently had acquired some of my first moderate Vintage JLC’s, a TD lately , also my new MMV Int’l, and then – the

lovely DAS Mermaid(s) soon to come – isn’t that a bit too much, overdoing my

portfolio for this year, stretching the wallet ?

WAIT , says the head, you will get it soon enough; take your time, it is not an LE, in addition.

And – well, maybe there will be better prizes, even a discount from the AD, (or some

goodies), once the hype has abided ..

NO, says the heart: „This is IT, the ICON, the Tribute 1931, The Huitantieme ( in a way)

and you like it, don’t you ?

Maybe more than many watches I have been acquiring, so far, that’s true, reasonably

prized ( „Enough watch for the buck really ? – 2 hands and no other indications ! “ -

the head fights back ..).

Act 4: The Moment of Last Suspense

Surrender ? - Go (home) and reflect , or full – heartedly jump, and if so – right on the spot

?? – (Well, other customers are in line for her, this very first piece, thats for sure

- So, stay cool, think it over, other projects on the line ..)

But then, says the heart:

Isn’t it also about BELONGING, to a community, sharing a great

LGM tradition, honoring a spirit, by wearing it in pride – the ICON, one of the most

acclaimed , one of the almost uncomparable ICONS, in design, but also in history of horlogerie ..

Thus, what would I do, NO - should I do , will one do ??

I’ ll leave that up to your imagination, as everybody follows his or her own dreams;

patterns of decision – making at times are rational, but patterns of deciding on objects of

desire are not: these are irrational, even stupid, BUT very joyful !

Finally, what HAVE I done in fact – well, THAT likely is another story , pretty soon also here, rather likely..

But maybe you know it anyway, if you have been bearing with me so far and kindly have

read these lines, hopefully with a benevolent , knowledgeable smile

Hopefully also you will apologize these, maybe lengthy dwellings, I nevertheless, decided to

share with you for a great time we are in, as watch enthusiasts, for another great

Tribute edition, at least for me !

No matter, if you decide to get one yourself or just look, just touch , it maybe truly

worth reflecting and - YES , feeling about it ..

Best, hs