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Downsizing a collection….
This topic certainly has been discussed before! I’ve decided to downsize/consolidate to just a few watches for a number of reasons but one of them is my eyesight!! I used to enjoy looking at all the complications - but at almost 59 years young, it’s hard to see them even with my readers on! Oh well, my eyesight is actually still quite good, so I am fortunate. Anyway, I’ve decided on these two as my “primary” watches. A 1954 Patek Rose Gold 2526 and a 1986 Patek 3800 steel (side note - I was not a “Nautilus” guy until I tried this reference. At a smaller 37.5mm it works for me). Both watches are legible and easy to wear. One for work and one for play. All I need. Thx all. 
Downsizing a collection….
This topic certainly has been discussed before! I’ve decided to downsize/consolidate to just a few watches for a number of reasons but one of them is my eyesight!! I used to enjoy looking at all the complications - but at almost 59 years young, it’s hard ...
Great selection jmerce ! 👍 Both are full of
Patek DNA and classic classy ! Which ones did you leave behind ?
IMO the 5050 has a great design with the retrograde and apertures except that information from the
apertures are very challenging to read 😅
What a magnificent two-watch collection that anyone would be very very luck (and proud) to have!
I cannot think of anything else I would want if I had these two! The question is if you had to choose just one to used for a year which will it be?
The 2526. Just something so about this Reference. The history of the automated movement inside (Patek’s first), the creamy enamel dial, the case and dial design, the big screw back case. I could on. It’s a bit of a love affair.
It is the Reference that launched me into all the other Pateks.
I Totally Understand
I “Cleaned House” of my less-than-loved watches a couple of years ago. I am down to three and do not regret the decision in the slightest. Your choice to retain the Patek 2556 is very admirable. That is a classic watch that can be enjoyed ( and read) for ...
Two very classic but different patek pieces
I understand your philosophy and applaud it I only wish I could follow your example Enjoy those two Julian
A great duo collection, Jmerce!
Guess in certain stage of our horology journey, consolidation is inevitable. 2525 and 3800 are excellent choice of time only Patek. Though it will be nice to keep one complication reference, say 5050 too. It’s display is relatively easier to read and comp...
