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7 January 2023, 10:10 PM | #121 |
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Have a chance to try on the Tonda PF automatic today.
I really like how it wear and hug my wrist. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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11 January 2023, 05:21 AM | #122 |
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Just picked this up in a trade. Very impressed with the fit and finish. I’m still not sure if the watch is too big for my 16 cm wrist. It feels like it fits well but it looks big because of the minimalist bezel and dial. I have the option of trading this in for the 36 mm version but there are no ADs near me so I can’t try it on. I get the sense that the 36 mm may look better on me and I like the no date but prefer the movement, dial color, and thinness of the 40 mm. Would appreciate anyone’s input, especially if you’ve had the chance to try both.
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12 January 2023, 12:06 AM | #123 |
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My wrist is a little bit smaller than you. (15cm)
I like 36mm better as it show more bracelet while wearing. Here is another pics of 36mm. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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12 January 2023, 03:56 AM | #124 | |
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Thanks! Those pics are beautiful and the watch looks great on you. Love your IG page as well. How do you like the dial color? Does the lack of contrast bother you at all? Not sure if you compared side by side with the 40 mm but is it noticeably thicker (or as noticeable as 0.8 mm can be…)? I must say, this watch is the most comfortable watch I have ever tried on. It just wraps around your wrist like it was made specifically for you. I think most people could wear both sizes. The 36 mm gives you a more refined, elegant look; 40 mm a sportier vibe. Leaning towards keeping the 40 mm at this point but really appreciate the input. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 January 2023, 07:01 AM | #125 |
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12 January 2023, 08:54 AM | #126 |
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These 36mm are so nice. The diamond dial the most subtle I've seen. And they are baguettes! Mind blowing but add about 30% to the price over the standard, which is exceptional also. Amazing.
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12 January 2023, 11:28 AM | #127 |
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[QUOTE=csong825;12559421]Just picked this up in a trade. Very impressed with the fit and finish. I’m still not sure if the watch is too big for my 16 cm wrist. It feels like it fits well but it looks big because of the minimalist bezel and dial. I have the option of trading this in for the 36 mm version but there are no ADs near me so I can’t try it on. I get the sense that the 36 mm may look better on me and I like the no date but prefer the movement, dial color, and thinness of the 40 mm. Would appreciate anyone’s input, especially if you’ve had the chance to try both.
Close up pics always distort the look of the watch on your wrist. I think, as the second pic shows, the 40 suits you and fits perfectly. You have no lug overhang and can easily see bracelet on both sides. I’d keep the 40mm if I was you. Beautiful pick up- congratulations |
12 January 2023, 11:57 AM | #128 | |
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Thank you! Appreciate the reassurance. I’ve decided to keep the 40 mm. Now time to finally enjoy the watch! If anyone is on the fence about this watch or thinks it’s too boring, I strongly encourage you to just try it on. The fit and feel of the watch on the wrist is just unmatched. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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12 January 2023, 10:22 PM | #130 |
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I don’t have a micro rotor version but I completely agree with the statements about how awesome these PF versions are. Beautiful well executed watches. My only grip is the execution of the date window but everything else makes me forget that grip.
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Have to resurrect this thread…
How are people loving their Pf’s? I have known of Parmigiani for many many years now. The first time seeing them in Dubai when transiting through the air port in 2013 or so. I liked the finishing but the style was just not for me. Now having heard the Guido joined and is really cleaning up the design and bringing so much passion and probably even more marketing. It’s really something else now. I fly to Geneva next week and am hoping to see a micro rotor and or GMT in the flesh/metal.
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I’m so exhausted with how hard it is to buy my next Patek at retail again. It’s pushed me to investigate further and this Tonda PF is just the thing.
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10 April 2023, 10:59 AM | #135 |
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I've been well pleased with mine and continue to wear it on a regular basis. My only suggestion for improvement would be the introduction of a micro-adjust for the bracelet. The links are very small which does help get a good fit, but a micro-adjust would check the last box for me.
It's interesting to see how Guido has grown this line over the last several years. If you go back and listen to his interviews when the original PF micro-rotor came out it was evident then that he had a plan and he has been implementing it beautifully. I don't think they are done and I can't wait to see what they come up with next. |
10 April 2023, 11:54 AM | #136 |
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I find this watch nearly perfect from a visual balance standpoint......when I say nearly, I'm referring to the band. Is it me or does it just feel too wide without enough taper?
Send me over the edge on this bad boy! I think we're early to the revival of this brand too--wouldn't mind seeing some additional dial colors! |
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What are your thoughts on the bracelet? Can it hang with the likes of ap or say the presidential bracelet from Rolex? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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I find it exceptional, but I also don't have personal experience with the two you mention. It is supremely comfortable, and there's something about the way that it conforms to my wrist that I find I'm able to wear it with less slack than other bracelets so that it moves up and down my wrist less, and still have it feel more innocuous and less prone to feeling tight when my wrist swells. Some voodoo magic that leaves me with no want for a micro-adjust, and it's inherent compromises.
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12 November 2023, 07:39 AM | #141 |
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Is there any aftermarket strap options for the 36mm? I asked the AD and there is no OEM straps. Having no option to slap on a strap would be a deal-breaker for me. thanks.
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14 November 2023, 01:52 AM | #142 |
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None, apparently. Some people have tried out the PF Sport straps on the larger models, but PF designed the 36mm (and all Tonda PFs sold with bracelets) as bracelet watches.
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14 November 2023, 04:37 AM | #143 |
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maybe that will change in the future or rubber b or delugs will come out with something (PF is probably too small a market though). until then it will just remain on my wish list :)
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14 November 2023, 07:48 AM | #144 |
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Any links / pics for where the PF sport strap has been mounted onto the 40mm Tonda PF microrotor?... I was thinking of doing so, but wanted to see a picture before I went through with it.
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14 November 2023, 01:19 PM | #145 |
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There are four letters that kill PF microrotor: AP RO. The design is ~90% but someone needs to clean this up. Not my cup of tea in the current interpretation.
BTW, 40mm looks good on whoever was asking about 40mm vs 36mm. Stick with the 40mm - you can pull it off.
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I love this watch! I had a chance to try on the full platinum and as soon as I have a spare 100 grand it’s gonna be mine!!
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26 March 2024, 09:23 AM | #147 |
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The crown is too small
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26 March 2024, 11:26 AM | #148 |
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27 March 2024, 09:01 AM | #149 |
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I found it a bit fickle too. Always wanted to bind so I got use to back threading before tightening it.
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I really like the No Date that was debuted at W&W but I just do not care for watches without a second hand, it just shows me the watch is working LOL
Sometimes its very relaxing when stressed out to throw in my air pods and watch the hand sweep.
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