Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL Model: 16.8997B

[bezelman]

Hey Guys,

I'm very close to purchase this watch...list is $4160.00 I am able to get it for $2300.00 brand new. I really prefer a larger 44mm watch, so that is why I was thinking of this model. Your thoughts....

[JJ Irani]

Not really my cuppa....since you asked. I find those '12' and '6' Arabics a bit too loud and over-sized.

For that kind of dough, I'd much rather buy an OMEGA Seamaster.

Just my 2 cents.

Cheers and welcome to TRF.

JJ

[bezelman]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Not really my cuppa....since you asked. I find those '12' and '6' Arabics a bit too loud and over-sized.

For that kind of dough, I'd much rather buy an OMEGA Seamaster.

Just my 2 cents.

Cheers and welcome to TRF.

JJ

Thanks for the welcome! I can also get the OMEGA for a very good price. The only problem I have with the OMEGA is I feel like the watch is to thin or is it just my imagination??

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by bezelman

Thanks for the welcome! I can also get the OMEGA for a very good price. The only problem I have with the OMEGA is I feel like the watch is to thin or is it just my imagination??

The Seamaster is a superbly crafted watch and top-notch value for money. Certainly not a thin watch which is waterproof to 300 m.

I prefer the ones with the "sword" hands - NOT the skeletal ones. Blue and Black dials are available and the original bracelet is a cracker.

It runs the calibre 1120 Omega movement (base movement ETA 2892-A2), a very reliable, rugged and accurate one.

For that kind of money, it's a superbly designed and a very attractive watch. The lume on that watch will blow most other competitors away.

Go check it out at your OMEGA dealer - I promise you you won't be disappointed.

JJ

[diablojota]

I like the Chopard. I myself was looking at the same model ecxept with the rubber bracelet.

[Rockrolex]

Hi, BM and welcome to TRF.

Like JJ, I am not drawn to the large arabics and 6 and 12. They are a bit too in your face for me, esp. on a 44 mm face.

But, hey, if you like it at that price, go for it.

[amanda]

Wow its certainly a bold in your face watch - I think I like it! I also like some of the Chronos from Chopard that I've seen, with the rubber 'tyre' like strap - very cool!

I say at the discount your mentioning and if you want something a bit different then you go for it!!!

Make sure post some wrist shots if you do get it.

[bezelman]

Ok now I came into a new stage for my decision... Its now between the CHOPARD MILLE MIGLIA Gran Turismo XL or a Hublot Big Bang...Yes the big bang is retailed at 10K and the Chopard 4K but no matter what Im going to get a great discount on either of them. Now I think its coming down to what looks better in person and on my wrist.

Your thoughts on the Big Bang?

[bezelman]

Originally Posted by diablojota

I like the Chopard. I myself was looking at the same model ecxept with the rubber bracelet.

Yes, i will also get the tire rubber strap. That is if I purchase this watch at the end.

[MotoLiam]

My friend has a Mille Miglia that he wears daily, with the rubber tire band, and to be honest, the band looks like crap after a while. Lots of gunk gets in the tire treads and makes the watch seem dirty. Just my 2 cents. I like the 12/6 markers, and I think the watch is sharp!

[Welshwatchman]

I say get the watch and put it on a black croc or carbon strap with red stitching.

Very nice.

Also at $2300 (£1175) there is not a lot of depreciation left in that watch.

[kings4sap]

I have that exact watch (noted in my signature) with the same strap. I LOVE it! I always receive compliments and inquiries when I wear it.

I also got a deal on the price but not as good as yours. Grab it at that price - what do you have to lose? It is a sharp watch.

K4S

[SoCalDweller]

Not the biggest fan of this exact version but I was super close to buying the 2006 LE (grey dial) which imo was a keeper!

[RRGHOST1]

This post is nearly 5 years old,i wonder if he bought the watch or still has it !