Funny, my first watch was a Dolce Vita for my wedding earlier this year (the sector dial) followed by an all bronze Big Crown (green dial) a few months later. The Spirit is high on my list for an understated daily wearer. I went with the Oris as I found it to be more interesting with bronze and more unique with the pointer date. I can't speak to others' experience, but the patina on mine after two months is a beautiful rich brown/red (and 5 minutes in a bowl of vinegar would turn it back to its 'brand new' shiny rose gold). I'd like to also get the brown leather strap, but if I could only have one, I'd still go just go all in with the bronze bracelet. It's been a fun watch, and one that will give a lot of range to a slowly growing collection.