Sapphire vs Mineral Crystal

Anomaly at 05h33
31
Jul
2010
Sapphire vs Mineral Crystal

We all know sapphire is harder, but is it a DEAL BREAKER on a watch?

I don't BABY my watches, but I don't work under the hood of a car with my Breitling on either.

A mineral crystal REALLY wouldn't bother me that much...
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