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This particular Tonda PF happens to be on my Want List, the Roman Gauthier is not.
Even if the Gauthier is more horologically impressive. The austerity of the Parmigiani dial, the shape of the hands, the bracelet geometry, the knurled platinum bezel, and the finishing on the microrotor all speak to me in a way that the kooky dial on the Roman Gauthier does not. Don't get me wrong, that dial design is fun, but I think the novelty would wear off for me over time. To my eye, Bulgari actually executed the flat, grainy texture, with subsidiary seconds at 7:00 dial design language more effectively on the Octo Finissimo Automatic and some of its artist collabs. But that's just me.
I agree with you concerning the PF and the RG.
I haven’t yet found an OF which fits my wrist properly, but maybe I should try on the new 37 mm someday.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
I agree with you that the thinness of the PF
is a great thing. I also like the minimalist design and barley grain pattern of the dial.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
PF for the front, case, and bracelet. RG for the movement.
Ultimately, neither of these two for me.
I love these choice-posts!
I agree with you, Michael: it would be the best combination.
And you have a great collection of Tondas (you have three, don't you: MR, Mineral Blue chronograph & GT chronograph?)!
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
I also prefer the movement of the RG,
but I personally prefer the more classic and dressy aesthetic of the PF.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
My vote goes to the RG ...
I just enjoy that dial design a lot (though Jay's Open-worked is even Cooler!) and the view from the back is exciting to see as well.
I completely understand your preference. The PF is very minimalist
whereas the RG is more dynamic and sporty.
Because of my general style I lean towards the PF, but the appeal of the RG is clear.
Best, Emmanuel
Because of my general style I lean towards the PF, but the appeal of the RG is clear.
Best, Emmanuel
For me the PF.
The dial of the RG doesn’t feel balanced enough.
And if I look longer at the RG I don’t like the position of the crown and I also prefer the bracelet of the PF.
But in real life I would refuse both. For my personal taste there are better options out there.
And if I look longer at the RG I don’t like the position of the crown and I also prefer the bracelet of the PF.
But in real life I would refuse both. For my personal taste there are better options out there.
Of course, this comparison has its limits and other options would have to be considered.
I'm with you concerning the PF, though.
Best, Emmanuel