Thank you for sharing your journey, dear anaroku!

I’m sorry that you didn’t find the right 5402, but I admire your dedication to finding the right own and I’m sure a fine example will turn up someday.

Meanwhile, you have a wonderful 16202 to enjoy!

Best, Emmanuel

Last week, I went to Milan and Geneva (where the auction was held) in search of RO5402. I brought my 16202 with me to compare it to the real thing.

By: anaroku : May 13th, 2026-10:17

The original Jumbo and the latest 16202 Extra-Thin look almost identical, but I found that the 5402, with its flat case back, is actually thinner. This photo was taken at a store in Milan. I came across a specimen in excellent condition right from the sta...

The dna runs strong.

By: pw927 : May 13th, 2026-10:55

In the comparison photo it’s nice to see how faithful the jumbo has remained to its original incarnation.

That's absolutely true, it's more faithful to the PP3700 case.

By: anaroku : May 13th, 2026-13:04

Thank you for sharing your journey, dear anaroku!

By: quattro : May 13th, 2026-11:37

I’m sorry that you didn’t find the right 5402, but I admire your dedication to finding the right own and I’m sure a fine example will turn up someday. Meanwhile, you have a wonderful 16202 to enjoy! Best, Emmanuel

Thank you for your kind words.

By: anaroku : May 13th, 2026-13:03

Thanks for taking us on your quest.

By: GWIS : May 13th, 2026-13:02

It seems like you had fun, even if you were not ultimately successful. All the best, Jon

thank you

By: anaroku : May 13th, 2026-18:21

The original is great! But that JLC movement may not be the most robust.

By: K-Lo : May 13th, 2026-15:59

I see. Gay Frères bracelets are certainly rare and stylish, but they do have some drawbacks for modern use.

By: anaroku : May 13th, 2026-18:22

These things take time. You will find yours, mon ami. No doubt about that.

By: amanico : May 13th, 2026-20:57