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Tonda PF vs new Tonda PF GMT
Had the opportunity to spend some time with both at W&W. And although I prefer the blue dial of the GMT and love the rattrapante GMT complication (and the price premium is fair imo), in the end I prefer the standard model because it is much thinner. It wasn’t an easy one, and I can fully understand those who go for the sportier look of the GMT. The Tonda PF wears more like the 15202 or the 5711 and the GMT more like the LF Sport Auto or the 15500.
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The ideal version for me would be the Tonda PF with the blue dial and without a date.
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Thanks for sharing this. I’m really torn between the two. I think the GMT Rattrapante is pretty brilliant and I enjoy the blue, but the added thickness makes it a tough call.
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Appreciate the comparison. Sometimes I do like a little bit of thickness but that's a pretty big difference
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What did you think of the skelly
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8.5mm is a lot better than the 10.7mm of the GMT, so if you like the look of the skeleton, I think it is a very nice watch. I prefer the simple elegance of the standard version. I think skeleton is very AP/RM and not really the style of PF.
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Interesting comparison.
Based on that one picture the 42mm annual calendar wears its 11.1mm a lot better. Often broadening a case and bracelet lug width can achieve a slimmer look and better fit as case thickness increases. I'm between the two hander and the annual right now. Love the grey tone dial in person. |
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I like to have a date on a GMT because when filling up immigration form in the plane, it is much easier to refer to the watch for the date.
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I like them both quite a bit. But the comparison, for me, is a bit apples to oranges just based on on-wrist aesthetics. The PF GMT is every bit a sports watch, to be sure. But the PF Micro rotor feels like a dress watch given its open dial, slim profile, non-lumed indicia, and design of its label/crest rather than script... To my eye, it's not all that "sporty" despite it having an outwardly flared bracelet that simulates an integrated-bracelet look.
I might characterize it a modern dress watch before I'd call it a sports watch, just based on its appearance on the wrist. But that's just my take, not meant as a criticism at all; just very different watches in my eyes. |
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Blue dial on the GMT looks really nice, kinda surprised they don't offer it on the standard model.
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As an owner of the grey dial I’m happy they didn’t. Restraint seems to be an important aspect of the brand and while I appreciate the joy some collectors get from brands releasing dials non stop I personally like that they are, for now, avoiding that here. I fully expect another dial to come but would hope it doesn’t become a skittles assortment.
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Tonda PF vs new Tonda PF GMT
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Nevertheless, The new GMT is still more substantial on the wrist. The micro rotor is noticeably thinner and feels more dainty. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Has anyone looked to order the PF Micro Rotor recently? I've been quoted an 18 month wait by one AD and another AD told me they aren't taking orders right now. I didn't realize this had gotten so difficult to get.
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Have you tried on the Tonda GT (42mm)? I had a chance to try on the other day but the PF wasn’t available. Was wondering how they compared fit/feel on the wrist ![]() Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
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If you're asking for personal opinions, this is mine: One feels like a sport watch and the other feels like a dress watch. The PF is a stunner in pics and great on the wrist, but looks too delicate to my eye for causal wear. I love it, but would rarely wear it. The GT is a killer everyday, dress up or down piece... and until recently super undervalued. That's starting to change.
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Thanks! Appreciate your opinion! It fits well but would have fit better if 2mm smaller… also the movement from the PF seems nicer than the GT. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
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Love a GMT complication but in this case I also need a date on my watch.
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Anyone see the gmt in person yet?
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