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Some live shots of the Patek Philippe Calatrava 6196P . . .
Besides the 5226G, this is the other Calatrava that really got my attention!
About a month ago, I finally found a boutique that actually had one to see in the flesh!
Even with the plastic on, the contrasting hands and indices against the salmon dial creates this stunningly beautiful execution!😍
IMHO Similar to other pieces with no bezels, it wears like a 39 - 40mm piece, rather than 38mm. The lug-to-lug length, which reminds me of many German pieces, doesn’t help!
I’m still undecided about this strap.🧐 But I see this pairing well with many other straps.
Although I wish it was it 36 - 37mm, I still registered interest even though it may be slightly too large for my wrist. I figured I would be dead by the time I get a call!😆
Unfortunately, my shots of the engine room didn’t come out that well due to the plastic.😔
Curious to hear your impressions💭 We know Henry is a fan! I don’t believe he has stop wearing it since receiving his piece!😁
About a month ago, I finally found a boutique that actually had one to see in the flesh!
Even with the plastic on, the contrasting hands and indices against the salmon dial creates this stunningly beautiful execution!😍
IMHO Similar to other pieces with no bezels, it wears like a 39 - 40mm piece, rather than 38mm. The lug-to-lug length, which reminds me of many German pieces, doesn’t help!
I’m still undecided about this strap.🧐 But I see this pairing well with many other straps.
Although I wish it was it 36 - 37mm, I still registered interest even though it may be slightly too large for my wrist. I figured I would be dead by the time I get a call!😆
Unfortunately, my shots of the engine room didn’t come out that well due to the plastic.😔
Curious to hear your impressions💭 We know Henry is a fan! I don’t believe he has stop wearing it since receiving his piece!😁
This latest Calatrava iteration really does pop.
Just an amazing ensemble of dial colour, dial layout, case, and movement!
I had tried it on at an AD in NYC and can say that it impresses much more in the metal as compared to pictures.
Pictures were nice, as well as ‘idea’ of salmon. But when I saw on my wrist, it was a clear winner. You described it perfectly.
From my photos, yes!
Bout don’t forget the plastic and the ever challenging boutique lighting conditions that don’t help capture the true colors!
Saw the new Calatrava three days ago at the LA boutique . . .
. . . and, for the first time ever, thought "Hmmm, a new Patek I could actually feel comfortable with in my collection."
Thanks for sharing wrist shots, Mach. I didn't try it on, so your pics are the next best thing.
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I figured I would be dead by the time I get a call!😆
That is hilarious Mark! Thanks so much for the pics and write up. This is really the only PP I’m interested in. Your summary confirms my initial impressions (without seeing in the metal yet). I imagined it would wear bigger due to thin bezel, and that is too bad about broad lug to lug measurement. But overall a very attractive novelty! 👍🏻
Haha, but actually i dont believe this one is gonna be hard to get. No complication and quite conservative, yet very expensive for what it is.
I should clarify . . .
I will either be dead or bankrupt with these crazy prices lately!🤪
It appears Patek has executed a piece that finally grabbed the attention of ‘Patek observers,’ Jesse!
I’m not saying I’m not a fan of Patek. But this has clearly got a lot of us paying more attention to the brand, myself included!
The dial is really great 👍
I liked it when I had it in the metal during W&W !
On the wrist, the size Is a bit big for me & you, but not too big 😃
Best of luck with your allocation !💪
I want to see the 6196P in person. This is the one which caught my attention, this year.
Thank you for sharing these photos and your experience.
From what you say and what the photos show, I'm not sure this watch would fit my small wrist very nicely.
Best, Emmanuel
Thank you for sharing with us your thoughts on this beauty, Mach.
You read my mind that I find it really difficult to part with it.
It’s still going with me all around 😅
Cheers, Henry
It’s still going with me all around 😅
Cheers, Henry
