The Eagle has landed - Incoming!

[JParm]

WOW. That summarizes it right there for me.

Some of you may know, but I've fallen hard for the Alpine Eagle after initially scoffing at it as a Genta copy when first announced in 2019. After more research, I realized that it's anything but - great history with the St. Moritz and family story, outstanding movement and proprietary steel, from a small, independent company. Can you tell that I've come around to Chopard?

I've tried on other watches with an integrated bracelet, including the AP RO in 2017 when they were readily available (a bit too big for me), the Polo S and Zenith Defy. I can honestly say that this one blew me away the first time I saw it in person - which was about an hour ago! Broke my own rule and purchased this sight unseen from the Chopard Boutique in NY (who were outstanding), having only viewed pictures of it online. Very, very glad that I did.

Bracelet isn't even sized for my wrist yet (just noticed time and date are wrong as well)but I can already tell that this is going to be a favorite for me - and the lack of bracelet taper I was initially concerned with is a non-starter. If you haven't seen it in person, I encourage you to do so - it is truly an amazing piece; I haven't been this smitten in a long time. Yes, still a lot of money but it is a lot of bang for the buck...and we don't even have to mention that dial.