I’d put JLC and GO in the “ideal blend…” category

I also like the muhle glashutte Seebataillon. Assuming you occasionally travel out of your time zone it gives you gmt function as well.

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Left

But is that truly a 5k grail?

Pre owned my first grail and my favorite watch I own. So much watch for the price. Zenith captain Winsor annual calendar. El Primero movement with annual calendar module designed by the brilliant Ludwig oechslin. Btw multiple dial options available.

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