rek001 Posted May 2, 2010 Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 Hi good people, so I'm thinking of getting a watch with the working tourbillon complication, something truly different to add to my collection. I don't know if this question can be answered but, I was wondering, if you had the choice, would you prefer a black or a white dial to showcase the tourbi motion? Thanks much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 2, 2010 Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 White was my choice. Absolutely no doubt. White in the tourbillon always felt a little more versatile for all occassions whereas the black dial seemed more apropo for formal occassions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted May 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 Hey R, how's it going? I like yours - it has a nice, big tourbi you can see and the dial is fairly uncluttered. In looking at Josh's offerings I like the JLC Master and the VC Patrimony, but it appears they are offered in RG only, I wonder how often I would wear it, prefer SS. I guess I could ask Josh if he could get it in steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 2, 2010 Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 My choice for the above was primarily because of the dial. Clean, uncluttered and unbranded. The fact that it was stainless steel was what cinched the deal. Lani is now the owner of that piece... Unfortunately, the tourby in any dial variation was a little too formal for me I bet most dealers should be able to get these tourbillons... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted May 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 I agree with you about the uncluttered dial, if it's too busy it will take away from the tourbi. I e-mailed Josh about the JLC Master & the VC Patrimony, if he can get in SS rather than RG. If not, I'll contact other dealers who are willing to search out watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted May 2, 2010 Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 I'm a fan of white, looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted May 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2010 Angus has a large selection, I think 9 pages worth, the ones with PR are over $900, ouch. Anyway, he has the JLC and the VC Patrimony in steel, what I'm looking for, but I don't know about Angus service there days.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted May 3, 2010 Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 Angus has a large selection, I think 9 pages worth, the ones with PR are over $900, ouch. Anyway, he has the JLC and the VC Patrimony in steel, what I'm looking for, but I don't know about Angus service there days.... I just purchased my first Rolex through Angus...but because of the volcano eruption, the flight was delayed! Other than that...solid communication and a great piece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vric Posted May 3, 2010 Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 (edited) It's not bad in black either. But I just sold it. 38mm size is way too small for my normal wearing now I ordered this (not my pics, still waiting for them to arrive) 43mm JLC 44.5 Hublot Nothing better to fill an open slot in the watchbox with 2 new pieces Edited May 3, 2010 by vric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted May 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 vric, the RG/black dial is from Homer, yes? Beautiful, a true shame he retired from business. I like the JLC very much, nice clean dial that doesn't compete with the tourbi - perfect. The Hublot is very sharp too, very nice. You order both from Hont? Your photos are great - answers my question precisely. It seems that the black or white dial is an aesthetic choice, whichever one you like better, both showcase the tourbi very well. Thanks much for the photos, a big help, and enjoy your watches, you must be excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 3, 2010 Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 I like the JLC very much, but am confused as to where the Regulateur part of the watch is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vric Posted May 3, 2010 Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 I like the JLC very much, but am confused as to where the Regulateur part of the watch is? Do we really care? It's a fantasy rep anyway : ) I like the really clean look of it (and price is below some a7750 rep!) Yes my Tourbi was from Homer. Sad it was so small, it looked great! And yes Hont is my trusted dealer lately, but many dealer have both watch available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 3, 2010 Report Share Posted May 3, 2010 The JLC is very nice regardless... If only we could convince the factory to remove the 'REGULATEUR' off the dial, it would be even better! Cause it's gorgeous otherwise... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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