First off, these babies are *cool*. Seriously. We’re talking a Tank that flips! A Basculante! Introduced way back in ’33 after the OG Tank Normale dropped, it’s more than just a watch; it’s like, a piece of art, a historical…thang. I mean, the article mentions artistic expression and Gene, and I’m not entirely sure what that all means, but it sounds fancy and makes the watch even more appealing, right?
Now, finding one? That’s where things get a little… interesting. Chrono24 is your friend. You can find, like, 26 ref. 2390s on there. The reference number, 2390? Important. Remember that. You’ll be showing off to your friends, name dropping the ref. number to show you *know* what you’re talking about. “Oh, this old thing? Just a ref. 2390. Manual winding, you know, the proper way.” See? Works like a charm.
BUT, and this is a big but… prices vary. *Wildly*. So, compare deals, be patient, and don’t get sucked into the first shiny thing you see. Trust me on this one. I almost bought a “Rolex” once that turned out to be, well, let’s just say it wasn’t *quite* up to snuff.
And the strap? Crocodile skin or leather. Classy. Though, honestly, you could probably slap anything on it and it’d still look good. I’ve seen people rockin’ ’em with NATO straps, and hey, if it works, it works, right? I personally think that’s kinda sacrilege but whatever floats yer boat.
Speaking of straps, the article about the Basculante’s strap says it’s one of the rarest of all tanks and a lesson in… well, the article cuts off, but I’m assuming it means a lesson in *style*. I mean, look at it! It’s elegant, it’s understated (relatively, for a luxury watch), and it’s just plain different.
Here’s my two cents: The Basculante isn’t just a watch; it’s a conversation starter. It’s a statement. It says, “Hey, I appreciate the finer things in life, but I’m not afraid to be a little different.” Plus, flipping it around? So darn satisfying. I don’t know why, but it is.
