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london_v · 16 December 2019, 08:52 AM

So I’ve been looking for a dress watch for some time now. I visited my AD in London some time ago to have a chat and learn more about the brand, and I requested to try on 3 pieces - SBGM221, SBGR261 & the SBGW231. Fast forward a few months, my AD invited me back and I tried all 3 on. Interestingly, they said the 231 was in short supply and had no idea when they’d get one in stock (demand is outstripping supply and they are very difficult to get a hold of in the UK) ... however a cancelled order meant one was available to view.

Tbh I was expecting to fall in love with the 221 as that’s where my online research focused on, and the articles I read were singing its praises. However, I was blown away by the 231. I tried it on last, and was instantly drawn to its simple, clean and classy dial. What a timeless classic! The other 2 were gorgeous, but it was the 231 I struggled to remove from my wrist.

Enjoy the pics chaps.

16 December 2019, 08:52 AM	#41
london_v "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: London Watch: 124060 Posts: 296	So I’ve been looking for a dress watch for some time now. I visited my AD in London some time ago to have a chat and learn more about the brand, and I requested to try on 3 pieces - SBGM221, SBGR261 & the SBGW231. Fast forward a few months, my AD invited me back and I tried all 3 on. Interestingly, they said the 231 was in short supply and had no idea when they’d get one in stock (demand is outstripping supply and they are very difficult to get a hold of in the UK) ... however a cancelled order meant one was available to view. Tbh I was expecting to fall in love with the 221 as that’s where my online research focused on, and the articles I read were singing its praises. However, I was blown away by the 231. I tried it on last, and was instantly drawn to its simple, clean and classy dial. What a timeless classic! The other 2 were gorgeous, but it was the 231 I struggled to remove from my wrist. Enjoy the pics chaps.