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Two very different choices: GO or a Rolex?
Mar 14, 2013,18:25 PM
Hi,
In my prior post regarding gold manual wind watch, we looked at a GO, PP and VC. I think after some reflective thought, he GO is my favorite between these choices. Now, lets consider a different comparison.
This watch should lean more dressy/casual/everyday and will not be an everyday wearer, but part of a rotation that will see about a months wear a year. A watch that is at home in a sports jacket or business casual attire. I think adding a Roman numeral chapter ring is something I want on this piece as well.
So we have the GO Senator Chronometer: A masculine, horologically interesting piece with a beautifully crafted manual wind caliber with complications with a distinct emphasis on timekeeping. The likely WIS choice based on its design and exclusivity.
On the other hand, we have a Rolex Day-Date: A simple,iconic, robust, water resistant automatic luxury timekeeper in a quieter noble metal to tone down uninvited attention. One of the few gold watches that could be worn daily. One of the all time classic bracelet based luxury watches.
Keep in mind my current collection:
Blancpain - Leman Ultra Slim Grand Date - 2850b-1130a-71
Breguet - Classique Automatic - 5177br/29/9v6
Chronoswiss - Chronoscope - CH 1523bw
Chronoswiss - Regulateur 24 - CH 1123
IWC - Aquatimer Automatic 2000 - IW356809
IWC - Pilot Spitfire Chronograph - IW387804
Jaeger-LeCoultre - Master Control Reserve de Marche - 148.84.04
Jaquet Droz - Hommage Londres 1774 Chronograph GMT - J002120105
Officine Panerai - Luminor Marina - PAM00114
Rolex - Yacht-Master - 116622 bl