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Old 23 September 2020, 09:45 PM   #31
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I am not sure how the OF daytona fits in that comparison as it is much sportier, especially in WG (although beautiful!). I love that 5205 and that would be my pick of the remainder 3.
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Old 24 September 2020, 06:46 AM   #32
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5205 by FAR!!!! but it is the most... I would shy away from the Code, or if you do decide to buy one, hopefully you get another AP in addition to it.
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Old 2 October 2020, 04:17 PM   #33
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Old 3 October 2020, 03:59 PM   #34
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So any outcome on this, OP?


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Old 3 October 2020, 04:28 PM   #35
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OP, If the wrist shot photos are all of your wrist then IMO the code looks by far the best on you.


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Old 3 October 2020, 08:14 PM   #36
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Lange 1 or 1815 and Journe, esp the Octa range, would be my choices here.
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Old 4 October 2020, 04:33 AM   #37
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So, I order it yesterday! Pink gold with blue dial, time only! I was able to try one in the boutique, but it was already sold. 2-3weeks.

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Old 4 October 2020, 09:00 AM   #38
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I think the design and the dial looks really nice. Not a fan of the font, and I don't get the swiss made straddling the 30. The openwork tourbillon looked amazing, then I saw the price. I thought the crystal effect looked pretty cool too when moving it. Judging by how the code wears, the 5524 as nice as it is would look like a pizza pan.

It's not gonna get a lot of love, but I think it's still very nice.
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Old 4 October 2020, 09:45 AM   #39
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I think the design and the dial looks really nice. Not a fan of the font, and I don't get the swiss made straddling the 30. The openwork tourbillon looked amazing, then I saw the price. I thought the crystal effect looked pretty cool too when moving it. Judging by how the code wears, the 5524 as nice as it is would look like a pizza pan.

It's not gonna get a lot of love, but I think it's still very nice.

Yeah I don't love the date window. Font is okay. The dial, case design, and gold tone is amazing!


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Old 4 October 2020, 08:23 PM   #40
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Congrats!11 interesting to see more and more code watches, they do look modern...

Now more pics!


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Old 5 October 2020, 03:29 AM   #41
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Code was roundly booed (so was the Royal Oak) when they came out but I figured they would get legs under them given some time. I think in time we will look back and have a laugh at how everyone hated them. I know several collectors who have purchased them and couldn't be happier. If I wasn't absolutely addicted to Journe I'd probably buy one myself.
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Old 5 October 2020, 05:50 AM   #42
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So, I order it yesterday! Pink gold with blue dial, time only! I was able to try one in the boutique, but it was already sold. 2-3weeks.



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That’s amazing! I can’t wait to see you your Code on your wrist! Congratulations. Let see it when you get it. More and more wrist shots. The blue looks amazing and it looks terrific on you.


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Old 5 October 2020, 05:58 AM   #43
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Code was roundly booed (so was the Royal Oak) when they came out but I figured they would get legs under them given some time. I think in time we will look back and have a laugh at how everyone hated them. I know several collectors who have purchased them and couldn't be happier. If I wasn't absolutely addicted to Journe I'd probably buy one myself.

That is definitely the truth! Some of my collector buddies give me a hard time about owning one (in a fun, nice way). I personally love it more and more.

I would be curious to see how these “early” pieces are seen in 5 or 10 years. Honestly, it is a fun watch to wear.

As you know, I got a soft spot for Journe’s too and waiting for something incredibly special to come out - I mean Regency dial, violet ruby optimum or something bananas. Gosh, I can’t wait for his upcoming creations.

In the meantime, I will be coding!


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Old 5 October 2020, 06:44 AM   #44
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The code looks really great on
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Old 5 October 2020, 10:16 AM   #45
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That is definitely the truth! Some of my collector buddies give me a hard time about owning one (in a fun, nice way). I personally love it more and more.

I would be curious to see how these “early” pieces are seen in 5 or 10 years. Honestly, it is a fun watch to wear.

As you know, I got a soft spot for Journe’s too and waiting for something incredibly special to come out - I mean Regency dial, violet ruby optimum or something bananas. Gosh, I can’t wait for his upcoming creations.

In the meantime, I will be coding!


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I tend to agree with you in terms of being interested to see how we will look at this watch 10 years from now. It also reminds me of when i first got my Bulgari Octo Finissimo and everyone said it was a terrible idea; but i love it and in time it's really grown in popularity.

I went watch shopping with three great friends when I checked out the Code 11:59 and a few other watches. My fellow watch geek friend loved it but had some pause and thought I should wait it out for the Daytona versus order the Code 11:59. However, he loved it too and said it was one of the best modern dress watches he has seen in a long time. The other two non watch geeks both immediately loved the Code 11:59 and said they preferred it over the Patek 5396 and 5205, and some others they saw with me. That surprised me, but was an interesting data point from non watch enthusiasts. I ultimately ordered the Code 11:59 because I really loved it and I wanted something different and beautiful. The in person details are stunning.


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Old 6 October 2020, 03:36 AM   #46
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I tend to agree with you in terms of being interested to see how we will look at this watch 10 years from now. It also reminds me of when i first got my Bulgari Octo Finissimo and everyone said it was a terrible idea; but i love it and in time it's really grown in popularity.

I went watch shopping with three great friends when I checked out the Code 11:59 and a few other watches. My fellow watch geek friend loved it but had some pause and thought I should wait it out for the Daytona versus order the Code 11:59. However, he loved it too and said it was one of the best modern dress watches he has seen in a long time. The other two non watch geeks both immediately loved the Code 11:59 and said they preferred it over the Patek 5396 and 5205, and some others they saw with me. That surprised me, but was an interesting data point from non watch enthusiasts. I ultimately ordered the Code 11:59 because I really loved it and I wanted something different and beautiful. The in person details are stunning.


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Awesome! I am just so happy you ordered it because you love it despite what anyone said. Congrats bud.

I also did find your story interesting and how others like the Code. Great data points .


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Old 11 October 2020, 10:07 PM   #47
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Great choice !! Congrats
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Old 12 October 2020, 12:33 PM   #48
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Great choice !! Congrats

Thanks! Should be incoming this week or next! :-)


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Old 12 October 2020, 02:18 PM   #49
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Awesome. Tell us all about the experience! : )


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Congrats!!! Excellent choice and look forward to your incoming post
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Old 22 October 2020, 09:40 AM   #51
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No regrets! I absolutely love it - just came in today! Pictures don't do it justice.





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Old 22 October 2020, 03:10 PM   #52
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No regrets! I absolutely love it - just came in today! Pictures don't do it justice.





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Congrats OP! Lovely pictures. Take this baby out in the sunshine and then get some pics. It great on your wrist.


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