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1) Parmigiani Tonda PF Micro Rotor, ref. PFC914-1020021-100182-EN
credit: @horologyrex, @thetimetrader.sg (Parmigiani) & @gmt_italy (Romain Gauthier)
Which one for you?
Two “salmon” dial no-date bracelet watches: Parmigiani vs Romain Gauthier.
Do you have a favorite?
Best, Emmanuel
1) Parmigiani Tonda PF Micro Rotor, ref. PFC914-1020021-100182-EN
- Golden Siena dial with "Grain d'Orge hand-guilloché" finishing
- Calibre PF703 with platinum micro-rotor
- 40 x 7.8 x 45.6 mm case in stainless steel with hand-knurled bezel in 950 platinum
2) C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Bracelet, ref. MON00581
- Lever de Soleil (sunrise) color dial in natural Grade 5 titanium
- 41x 9.55 x 47.8 mm case in natural Grade 5 titanium
- In-house-hand-wound natural Grade 5 titanium movement
credit: @horologyrex, @thetimetrader.sg (Parmigiani) & @gmt_italy (Romain Gauthier)
RG for visual style, love the Alfa Romeo wheels. The 'stronger' bolder design preferred.
I completely understand your preference.
The PF is more my style (even if I prefer manual-winding) but it is more classic and conservative. The RG is more playful and extroverted.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
Yes, I understand. Who not ALL of them 😁
Natural blonde, perhaps brunette, red head... or all three.
Now that you mentioned it, I can’t unsee the asymmetry in the RG dial
The dial is significantly top heavy due to the hands being mounted closer to the top half of the dial.
I searched “Romain Gauthier C” and in most press photos the time is set to 9:12 instead of the traditional 10:08 to “pull” the hands closer to the center of the dial so I think the imbalance is something that they themselves are aware of.
I might be wrong,
but I think the canon pinion is exactly at the center of the dial.
That said, the Parmigiani is more my style. I like the “less is more” aesthetic and the barley grain dial.
Best, Emmanuel
That said, the Parmigiani is more my style. I like the “less is more” aesthetic and the barley grain dial.
Best, Emmanuel
I wouldn’t say that, personally, but, like you,
I prefer the PF. Very classy and classic in its own way.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
Between these two the PF but I'd get an RG C2 or C4 over either of those...
While the PF is an eye pleaser it also feels quite boring to me. Never thought about getting one myself.
I find the C a lot more edgy and interesting but I have gone back and forth on the dial layout. What I do know is that I am not a big fan of the bracelet variants. I have thought about getting a black C2 or C4 on the rubber strap though disregarding my concern how the DLC coating will hold up.
Interesting thoughts.
I understand how you feel about the “boring” PF. It’s more my style though, but the RG C is definitely interesting and I understand the appeal of the variants you mention.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
Not a fan of either. I've seen a few salmon dials I like but not feeling it with these two.
Not a VC fan. I've really never sought out a watch with a salmon dial, although I do like some.This one is nice....lol
It’s my personal favorite too,
but I’m not really into bracelet watches personally.
So I admire it from a distance.
Best, Emmanuel
So I admire it from a distance.
Best, Emmanuel
Neither.
The Gauthier just fails to move the needle at all for me.
The dial on this particular PF is too minimalist. With Parmigiani, I'd look in the Toric line for a salmon-like dial.
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I personally like the “less is more” aesthetic
and the PF is my favorite. But I’m not enough into bracelet watches nor into automatic movements.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
When I win the lottery the PF
Like it's cleaner look & always liked the idea of a micro rotor movement.
Cheers
JML
Cheers
JML
Like you, the PF is my favorite,
but, unlike you, I’m not attracted to automatic movements.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
RG for me. First of all, it’s visually more appealing, and second of all Parmigiani Fleurier aggravated me with they’re extremely poor service.
I’m really sorry to hear that!
Shame on them.
I understand your preference for the RG, which is indeed more daring and sporty.
I prefer the aesthetic of the PF, though (not taking into consideration what you say about the customer service).
Best, Emmanuel
I understand your preference for the RG, which is indeed more daring and sporty.
I prefer the aesthetic of the PF, though (not taking into consideration what you say about the customer service).
Best, Emmanuel
That can really kill a brand quickly.
I remember you had all kinds of trouble with your Minute Rattrapante. To this day, it is the only issue I have heard of with a modern Parmigiani.
For me, it was Montblanc. You would think the 1858 blue dial 100 piece edition is better than sliced bread, but I guarantee it is not. And their customer service? WORST IN THE INDUSTRY. I will never, ever own anything again from Montblanc, strictly based upon how they treated me when I needed my broken watch repaired under warranty.
For me, it was Montblanc. You would think the 1858 blue dial 100 piece edition is better than sliced bread, but I guarantee it is not. And their customer service? WORST IN THE INDUSTRY. I will never, ever own anything again from Montblanc, strictly based upon how they treated me when I needed my broken watch repaired under warranty.
It’s also my favorite.
But I prefer manual-winding and I can understand why some prefer the RG.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
Same preference for me.
But I still understand the appeal of the more sporty and daring RG.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
I see what you mean,
but I think it wouldn’t match the “less is more” aesthetic.
I personally like it as is, even though I’m not really a bracelet watch guy… 🤷🏽♂️
Best, Emmanuel
I personally like it as is, even though I’m not really a bracelet watch guy… 🤷🏽♂️
Best, Emmanuel