[rolexandlange]

two of my favorite watches are quite different.

the Royal Oak 15202 is a watch famous for its design. Unique "jumbo extra thin" case, special petite tapisserie dial, sharp angles and beautiful unique bracelet. It flows and simply becomes one with the wearer. I bought into the hype and have been surprised how much I enjoy this piece.

my grail, acquired a few years ago, is the datograph. while the case is standard across all Langes, and the dial is exceptional, this watch is about the finishing and the complicated movement. its amazing to hold this watch and observe the movement. It is large, even massive, and has incredible wrist presence. it's exceptional. you buy the datograph for its movement, not the case or the dial as you do with the 15202.

so what do you value most? exceptional case finishing and wonderful somewhat understated wearing, or exceptional movement finishing and wrist presence