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Anyone own this lovely Patek Philippe 5489, the Gondolo Trapeze?
I was unaware of this beauty until I found one on a favored AD's website. This, for me, could be an only dress watch. Opinions? FH
This message has been edited by FabR on 2020-04-15 14:35:40
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Anyone own this lovely Patek Philippe 5489, the Gondolo Trapeze?
I was unaware of this beauty until I found one on a favored AD's website. This, for me, could be an only dress watch. Opinions? FH This message has been edited by FabR on 2020-04-15 14:35:40 ...
Have not seen one in metal but I liked it a lot
I like the shape, size, dial decoration and the solid case back. It is right up my street! For me it would have to be the RG version.
I've seen it in rose and white gold. Nice watch.
Very simple, non assuming. It was relatively inexpensive at the time. I witnessed an acquaintance procure one from a Patek Philippe dealer; it was going to be a gift for a friend of his. Has a round movement, Caliber 215. I personally prefer a Patek 5124 ...
Hereās mine in rose gold.
Great piece. You donāt see interesting case design all that often from modern watches and so this one called to me as soon as I saw it. I wear it both as a dress watch and casually. ...
Itās a great looking timepiece
Reminds me of Gilbert Albert designs. Very nice photo!
Thank you for mentioning Mr. Albert. I'm not so familiar with Patek, and I've learned something quite important thanks to your reference. Here's his 3424āwhich also looks terrific in
WGāand the relationship is obvious. That's the thing about this forumābesides great comradery, there's so much knowledge here! FH ...
You might call it the television set Patek, typical of the 70s design. Good conversation piece. š
If you like it. Then it's worth it. š Geross
Oh, I LIKE it, but must allow retirement funds to rebound. When that will be is anybody's guess over here with a government totally out of it depth with this crisisā¦.
But let's look on the bright side. We have our health! The watch can come later if the Gods will allow.