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Dial mascot showoff: Mickey vs Snoopy

I find both characters hold significance in the history of horology. Which do you think holds more weight and why? Also feel free to share what other characters on dials you are fond of.
[Edit: I don’t know how I miswrote showdown as showoff :c ]

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Any fellow Archimede Enjoyers?

For flieger watches: I've had two Lacos and a Sinn.

Surprisingly, the Archimede flieger 200 seems to be my most favored due to its clean layout.

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Show me your favorite straps!

For me it’s the stingray I have on my custom piece

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Dress Watch recs?

Hello, a newcomer here for watchex.

I have come across some photos of dressier vostoks and liked them.

I am wondering if there are gems within Russian watchmaking that I am missing.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

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Thoughts on Jaquet Droz?

I feel like they do indeed use high-end materials / movements (some in-house) but are now turning to bespoke only after the lack of commercial success. Given the heritage and the swatch group’s backing, why do you think they are not as successful?

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