I know I'm a bit late to the party but.....

I finally decided to pull the trigger on the Tribute to Reverso 1931! It’s also my very first Reverso, so I’m opening up a new chapter - who knows where this will lead? I like the simple classic dial and the relatively thin case. It’s very elegant on the wrist and I suspect it will go well with casual wear as well as formal. I’ve always wanted a simple time only, manual wind watch in stainless steel, so this fits the bill.

For some reason I didn’t get a proper impression of it when it was first introduced. As I had hastily tried it on, it didn’t look particularly good on my wrist due to the length of the watch and the stiff strap, which flared out from the sides. This must have been over a year ago.

Recently, to view the arrival of the red dial, which I was very much looking forward to seeing, I took the opportunity to look at all the different Reversos in the boutique.

This one clearly spoke to me and I knew, as the saying goes: “resistance is futile”. It wears fine and my initial hesitation was an over-reaction and proved to be wrong. It took a while for me to fall for it but fall I did. I now see it in a totally different light. And totally loving it!

Thanks for looking and have a great start to the week!

( Nicolas: The “Red” is very cool but on my wrist it didn’t ‘work’, or maybe I’m too conservative?)

Cheers

Fernando

Some initial pics:

Black is beautiful.

1931 & DSA together.

This message has been edited by fernando on 2012-07-01 08:49:29

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By: amanico : July 1st, 2012-08:49

A TT Polaris would make an awesome trio... Never too late, my friend. These Tributes are excellent offers from JLC. I don't know any Tribute which is not tempting. As fior the Red, I know what you mean. The Black is easier, on a daily basis, IMO. While th...

Yes the Polaris is in my thoughts now.

By: fernando : July 1st, 2012-08:58

Thanks to you. :) That should complete my Tribute thema don't you think? Anyway, off to bed now to dream about the Polaris. :) Goodnight! Best Fernando

Many of us will succumb Fernando

By: moc : July 1st, 2012-09:16

It's just a matter of "when". Congrats on one of the most successful JLC of the last few years,I am waiting for my moment too ,but all these new"old"Reversos are so tempting,like candies,would be nice to have them all........ Mo

Thanks Mo.

By: fernando : July 1st, 2012-18:28

I'm glad you agree and are also tempted. I'm sure we'll see a Reverso on you in no time. :) Best fernando

That is a great catch Fernando

By: foowy : July 1st, 2012-22:23

Cos I have the same too. lol The TT31 is just so right on so many points and very very easy to wear everyday, formal or casual. Congratulations anyways and enjoy it for many years to come. Gary

Thanks Gary!

By: fernando : July 2nd, 2012-00:06

I'm glad that you are still enjoying yours. Read some of your previous posts on it and I just had to experience it first hand. :) You are right about its versatility. cheers fernando

Congrats!

By: amandagw : July 2nd, 2012-05:10

Better late than never as they say! Lovely duo of tributes you have there. May you wear them in the best of health

Thanks very much!

By: fernando : July 2nd, 2012-06:18

Very kind of you. :) I think I'm beginning to appreciate the simple & uncluttered designs of the past, which IMO forms a lasting impression that hopefully, will stand the test of time. cheers fernando

Better late than never fernando :)

By: emcquillan : July 2nd, 2012-15:33

Sometimes I'm alarmed how similar our taste is. I've come close to pulling the trigger on this one, got the DST and have come dangerously close on the PAM 338 and Rolex Explorer II. I took the Nautilus instead of the last two, but I bet our lists are spoo...

You're right....

By: fernando : July 2nd, 2012-17:25

we do have very similiar taste. Comfort, proportion and suitability for my wrist and lifestyle are very important after the initial attraction. Much like finding a wife or girlfriend; although mistakes are still made. :) One of my biggest regret was tradi...

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