Jaeger-LeCoultre

fernando
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Opinions please!

I’m stuck in a quandary and normally I would not pose such a question as I’m usually decisive and know what my heart desires.

However, in this case, some feedback and suggestions would be highly appreciated, as I’m unable to reach a verdict in this case.

I currently own the DSA Euro and had contemplated adding the US version to complete the set as I really enjoy wearing this watch. It’s also the right size for me. So when I passed by the boutique the other day and noticed a US version in the show window, I couldn’t help but take a good look at it. I was very tempted but decided to ‘think it over’.

I then went to pay a  visit to a familiar AD from across the street just to browse around and to see if there’s anything of interest. He took out a tray and I immediately noticed a Polaris ’68 Tribute. I was surprised to still find one brand new, to say the least! I had dismissed this watch the first time round when it was introduced, as being too big / thick for my wrist and the faux patina indices somewhat bothered me. However, after trying it on, it felt and looked pretty good. I set the alarm and it sounded sweet and was more melodious than the DSA’s buzzing. I also liked the domed plexi and even though the watch was thicker than the DSA, it didn’t feel uncomfortable on the wrist. Also the faux patina didn’t look out of place as I had gotten use to it with the DSA and this one is the second version without the full lume and orange markers.

Actually, thinking about it at this very moment, one of them has a very slight edge over the other as I type.

But I would like to hear what everybody else’s thoughts are on whether I should pick the matching DSA and complete the set or go for the Polaris with some variation on the dive theme. I am not consciously working on a dive theme but recently I seem to have fallen for these Tributes, with another recent acquisition that again didn’t appeal to me when it was first introduced. I’ll come to that one a bit later. Any pictures of either of these two watches will be most welcome.

Looking forward to your replies. Many thanks.

Fernando