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May 27, 2016, 11:14 PM
#21
That is just gorgeous C and a perfect size, as far as I am concerned. Just lovely.
And may I say that like you I do not have or believe in a grail watch. There are watches that are more desirable and less desirable. That one is more desirable, by a fair bit.
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May 28, 2016, 01:18 AM
#22
Simply one of the best post and excellent writing/pictorial of a more than stunning watch!
awesome gentleman like you deserve all of these insanely gorgeous watches C..
if i can sum in 3 words.. it would be..
'I Hate You'
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May 28, 2016, 01:54 AM
#23
My apologies for the late reply. Thank you all for your comments and kind words.
Originally Posted by
Preston
Thank you, Preston. Very well spotted. The attention to detail is one of the strong points of this watch.
Originally Posted by
happyscrappyheropup
Looks great, on and off wrist. I think the size is perfect, too.
Congrats on the kill after such a long hunt.
Thanks. I also think the size is just about right: it doesn't wear small, though.
Originally Posted by
meijlinder
Stunning C. I'm not really a chrono guy, but this is just one of the most iconic designs out there. Absolutely beautiful.
Thank you very much.
I believe it is. I'm crazy about chronos. But by now, I'm sure that's not a secret...
Originally Posted by
is that my watch
simple lovely but then you know I got a weak spot for an old chrono
I know; we both have. Thank you, Ismy.
Originally Posted by
FuzzyB
Beautiful, Breguet! That is definitely high on my list of favorite chronographs. And I give a lot of credit to Breguet for keeping the size reasonable.
Thanks, Brian. So do I. The new type XXI/ XXII just feels a bit unbalanced to my eyes.
Thanks a lot. Hope my terrible English didn't damage to much the small text I thought useful to present.
Originally Posted by
gnuyork
Congrats, C. It's very nice looking.
Thanks a lot, Joe.
Originally Posted by
mlcor
Excellent, C. The Type XX has caught my eye on more than one occasion, not least when I saw a birth year model on the Omega forum. Couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger at the price asked. It's a lovely piece, with the unique Breguet flavor that they somehow successfully transplanted from a dress watch to a chrono with great subtlety. Big congrats!
Thanks, Mlcor. I could never afford a vintage type 20. And I'm not so sure it would be a great idea. They're very expensive to service and often in a debatable shape.
Originally Posted by
geoffbot
What a wonderful story. Your enthusiasm is palpable, I love it when someone hunts and chases a gra...great watch like this! Amazing photography, as always of course. Aesthetically, for me, there are a fair few of yours I'd save first from a fire, but that's because you've curated such a fine stable. Breguet would probably be the 4th of the big 3 Swiss brands so well done! Wear in the very best of health, c.
Why a 4 year wait?
Thanks, Geoff. Your question makes perfect sense. Four years was the time I needed to get the watch in the exact conditions I wanted: Transatlantique version with metal bracelet, luminova lume and the chance to get the watch tested (rate and pressure) before the purchase. Add a two year warranty by the seller, who is also my watchmaker, and I suppose it begins to make a bit more sense.
Originally Posted by
Jazzmaster
Well done, C! It's a beauty for sure, and has some history to go with it. It's interesting to me that the 15-minute sub-dial puts the emphasis on 3-minute increments.
Great addition to your collection!
Cheers,
Jim
Thanks, Jim.
Actually, it's a 30 minutes dial disguised as a 15 minutes dial. Doesn't improve it's legibility, but its a nice touch, if its origin are taking into consideration.
Originally Posted by
tribe125
per mio diletto
For my beloved?
Lovely thing, though - whether it's for you or your wife.
Thanks Alan.
The italian expression was used only as a mean to show how dilettante - you may call it even shalow - my approach was.
Originally Posted by
Jazzmaster
I think it's more along the lines of, "because it gives me pleasure." If so, I can see why...
Exactly.
Originally Posted by
mlcor
I think it's a 30 minute sub-dial, so every two minutes...
Precisely.
Originally Posted by
Jazzmaster
You may be right about that. If so, then I think it's an example of Breguet retaining the look of the 15-minute totalizer, yes?
Yes, Jim. That's exactly how it works.
Originally Posted by
mlcor
Maybe. C's history lesson teaches that they made both 15 and 30 minute versions (although I'll bet all the civilian versions may have used 30). Having no numerical markings was undoubtedly a way to use the same dial for both versions.
Again, absolutely right, Mr Mlcor.
Originally Posted by
Greg
Congrats C after such a long wait.
Thanks for the story behind it. Not "uninteresting" at all. I like the way you tell a story.
I find the history and what makes this chrono special very interesting. It would have otherwise been just another very nice chrono.
Thank you Greg. I though some context was in order. Not sure I succeed, but I did try...
Originally Posted by
Seriously
Very
Thank you very much, Seriously.
Originally Posted by
shameless
fabulous addition to your fabulous collection C -wonderful illustrations and information also - i will use that word again 'incorrigible' -but i use it in the light hearted sense that we cannot change you and that you are unrepentant in the pursuit of beautiful pieces
You're right, Peter. You know me well.
Thanks, my friend.
Originally Posted by
JAGtime
Congratulations, C! What a magnificent watch and fascinating history. I am so happy you were able to find this watch, and may it bring you great "diletto"!
Jane
Thanks, Jane. I'll make my best to enjoy this new watch.
Originally Posted by
Henry Krinkle
That is just gorgeous C and a perfect size, as far as I am concerned. Just lovely.
And may I say that like you I do not have or believe in a grail watch. There are watches that are more desirable and less desirable. That one is more desirable, by a fair bit.
Thanks, Henry. We have very similar thoughts on this 'grail problematic'.
Originally Posted by
Iyonk
Simply one of the best post and excellent writing/pictorial of a more than stunning watch!
awesome gentleman like you deserve all of these insanely gorgeous watches C..
if i can sum in 3 words.. it would be..
'I Hate You'
Fair enough: I also hate you...NOT.
To conclude: I really, really appreciated all your comments. Again, thank you very much.
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May 28, 2016, 01:58 AM
#24
Dude, it looks awesome. I was always a fan of that design. Gorgeous.
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May 28, 2016, 02:05 AM
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Originally Posted by
Raza
Dude, it looks awesome. I was always a fan of that design. Gorgeous.
Thanks, Raza. I know you're also a good fan of chronographs - yes, I read your blog.
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May 28, 2016, 02:07 AM
#26
C--one of the reasons I was tempted by the vintage one is that it had a full service two years ago. I think it cost close to 2000 Euros...
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May 28, 2016, 02:13 AM
#27
Originally Posted by
mlcor
I think it cost close to 2000 Euros...
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Ooops. Expensive, indeed. And I'll have to admit that I'm starting to have some doubts and difficulty to accept the idea of keeping an old and expensive chronograph. Too many things can go wrong with those watches...
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May 28, 2016, 02:54 AM
#28
Stunning C ...
You suck by the way ...very nice acquisition w/ a great story..
Achieving a pursuit = Priceless
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People sleep peaceably in their beds @ night ONLY because rough men stand ready to do VIOLENCE
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May 28, 2016, 02:58 AM
#29
Originally Posted by
watchdaddy1
Stunning C ...
You suck by the way
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What did I do?!
Thanks, William.
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May 28, 2016, 04:09 AM
#30
Congratulations C!! Absolutely beautiful watch, and one of my favourite designs. So classically simple and functional. I'm so pleased for you!
~Sherry.
Eterna | Tudor | Seiko | Casio | G-Shock | Orient | Swatch | Mondaine | Zodiac (pre-Fossil) | Rolex | Wenger | Pulsar Time Computer | Omega | Timex | Bucherer | Citizen | Bulova | Glycine
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