I must agree with your analysis, Paul . . . the "ultimate" ones probably came first, with all later derivatives never quite capturing the essence of the model.

While the white-on-white may be purest form, I probably would choose the black-on-black, if I could only keep one.

That's why they make chocolate and vanilla, right?

Jeff

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: The Dato 12 Carrera is certainly the most complicated of the 1960's
: Carrera's so if that translates as the ultimate then I guess it
: is. Its a great watch and the contrasting dial (S/N and N/S)
: certainly lift it to even greater heights. However, had it come
: in the true Carrera case then maybe it world be the ultimate
: Carrera for me too. The 1960's Carrera is about case and dial.
: Movements were not unique but the two main aesthetics work in
: such harmony that to my eye, this is the ultimate watch.

: Regards
: Paul
: www.heuerworld.com

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