archibald Posted June 11, 2006 Report Share Posted June 11, 2006 Looks like the new 6497's are adding about 100 bucks to the watches they power. Does the working swan's neck add $100 worth of accuracy and/or reliability? I hope so, because cosmetically, there seems to be absolutely zero improvement--same horrible and still-wrong engraving, same poorly executed sunburst pattern, same cannon pin problem. Seems like the typical rep-maker schtick--first fix the bridges, then add a swans neck, then add a working swans neck--all 6 months apart. I'm inclined to wait to see if the next version has an accurate plate slapped on...or am I selling this version short? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJFlash Posted June 11, 2006 Report Share Posted June 11, 2006 I am with you on this vote archibald. Love the new swan neck regulator. However, that cannon pin problem is so ugly, and so easy for them to fix. Engraving is improved, but could be better. Minimal improvement on the movement does not yet justify the premium price tag for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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