Comments:
5196P
Great evening watch. The dial and all its varied shades and textures really comes alive in dim lighting.
Strap
Shiny grey from Camille Fournet. The shade is a bit darker that it appears in the photo. Thanks for your comment.
Special watch.
It is also my favourite Calatrava. Simple elegance.
I call it my grown up watch.
Enjoy.
M.
I call it my grown up watch.
Enjoy.
M.
Strap change.
Is it easy to change the straps yourself with the PP quick release leather straps?
Pure Patek DNA in terms of
class and elegance !
Love the strap which matches the watch very well 
beautiful may I ask how big/small it wears?
I have an almost 8 inch wrist and I have never tried it on worried it might be too small but the breguet numerals are stunning
Shouldn’t be an issue
I have a smaller wrist and it’s fine. It does wear bigger than the case size (37mm) though. I think this is a result of the wide lug width and flat profile. My preference is for smaller watches in the 36-37 mm range, but I don’t find the watch too big at all.
I remember that the 5196p wasn't a very popular model for a while after its release, partly because the dial was so shiny. However, after more than 10 years, I think it is reconsidering the unique charm that only this model has.