I always loved the sonnerie en passant. For me, the automatic chime is much more desirable than a repeater, even a minute repeater. However, the volume of striking wristwatches normally is so low that they are barely audible. Marcus
frequency hearing loss so I don’t hear any chiming watches. It’s saved me a lot of money! If I could hear I’d own a Sonnerie for sure. Like you, I think watches that chime on their own are fantastic and I am not such a fan of repeaters where one has to ac...
But I have gone through similar debates on my Hourstriker as well. Very little wrist time. However, it reminds me of the more innovative days at UN in my opinion. I’ve kept it as a result. Dave ...