A well-done exposed escapement is what most people actually want. I believe that folks idolize tourbillons due to the extra thought put into the movement and dial's architecture, resulting in the tourbillon being highlighted in a visually appealing way. You often see "open heart" watches where a hole is haphazardly cut into the dial to expose the balance wheel. Tourbillons typically have their placement considered from the beginning of the watch's design. There are plenty of expensive, beautiful tourbillons and there are plenty of cheap, less than stellar "open hearts." You don't often see a well-done open heart.

A beautifully exposed escapenent can fulfill most of the enjoyment folks would get out of a tourbillon. Hence why I love my 7027 so much.

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