An absolutely fascinating review.
I loved your writing on your thought process and the journey.
It is always the journey rather than the actual kill.
I remember my first chase of an "expensive" Swiss mechanical watch way back in 2007-2008 - A Breitling Super Avenger. It took me 4-5 months and a lot of soul searching and reading up and exploring alternatives for a "better deal" before I finally bought one from the AD.
I remember feeling a bit bitter-sweet sad when I wore the watch on my hand. The journey was over!
8 years and 7 watches later (Panerai, JLC, Omega, IWC, Eterna) this is still my favorite. And no other watch made my heart race as much as this Breitling.
Great review. Wear in good health.
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