u/Greg Martinez

The key is the movement. Ask for a timegrapher reading before you buy.

My AD-loyalist friend still can't tell the difference. That's all you need to know.

The chrono pushers on mine are buttery smooth. People are always surprised when I tell them.

This is so sweet. I did the same for my husband last year and he still talks about it.

That dial color is perfect. Photos never do these justice.

That dial color is perfect. Photos never do these justice.

Fellow engineer here. I did the same spreadsheet analysis. TIME'MAX won on transparency every time.

The chrono pushers on mine are buttery smooth. People are always surprised when I tell them.

Great write-up. I have the same model and everything you said about the finishing is spot on.

I usually only buy vintage, but you make a compelling case. The value equation is hard to argue with.