Spitfire Chrono vs Spitfire Chrono Laureus

While waiting for my new Spitfire Chrono to arrive, a Spitfire Laureus has become available. Don't know much about this version. Can anyone offer any advice as to whether I should take the Laureus? I really like the silver dial on the regular Spitfire but have never seen the Laureus in person - only pictures. What do you guys think?

The Laureus is a fine watch.

Both are fine examples of the spitfire line so you should select the one that turns you on. The Laureus is beautiful and very hard to capture in photographs. The dark blue, almost luminescent dial is spectacular.

Good luck with your decision,

Bill

The Laureus is a fine watch.

I second that!
It's like a chameleon the way it changes color depending on the light angle.
But as Bill said, you much chose what clicks for you.

Both watches are beautiful so it'll be hard to go wrong.

Cheers,
Evan

The Laureus is a fine watch - image 1

Hmmm....didn't get the links right...here is one

picasaweb.google.com/Evan.Nanos/IWC/photo?authkey=uLJ-OtbbK0o#5204388015029787154

The Laureus is a fine watch - image 2

...and here is the other...enjoy

picasaweb.google.com/Evan.Nanos/IWC/photo?authkey=uLJ-OtbbK0o#5204388199713380914

I would choose the Laureus at lightning speed >

the blue dial makes it one of the most beautiful IWC produced to date.

Cheers from Isobars.

Another vote for the Laureus from a happy owner

I have the Spitfire Chrono..

with silver dial & stainless steel bracelet. It is absolutely striking. So, much so that I've had numerous conversations where people stop dead in mid-sentence, loose track of what they were saying, to comment on my watch. It's almost emabarrasing. And, you can where it every day.

I have the Spitfire Chrono..

Thank you very much for your opinions and for sharing some very stunning pictures. I will need to make a decision shortly and will post pics as soon as watch arrives.

Best regards

I have the Spitfire Chrono..

I have the Laureus. I wasn't thrilled entirely with the strap though and bought the bracelet. I now LOVE my watch and look forward to weekends and dress down Fridays when it gets the most wear. Rest of the week it is usually the 40mm Inge.