Patek Philippe

which dial you prefer more?? The white enamal or the black lacquer?

And can anyone tell, whether it comes with a cathedral gong?

Thx in advance, Addi

 

...and I would take it with the white dial! But the black one is beautiful too.

Cheers

Dje

I'd probably cave in and take whichever version was in front of me. LOL. A pretty astronomic dream given today's current pricing. Having said that, I'd probably opt for the black even though white/enamel is THE look for this piece which epitomizes Patek classicism at its best.

Dear Addi,

 

Yes, I can confirm the 5078P does NOT have the cathedral gongs. Only 5079 anf 5074 has.

Congrats to your decision on a Patek MR. As we discuss before, I prefer the 5078P with white enamel dial.  But given the unforgettable experience from a 5079J from a collector in Toronto, I will stick to a 5079 if 

1) I have the money to buy a Patek MR   

2)If I can still get a 5079.(it's not in production anymore)

 

Cheers,

 

Larry

I saw the black lacquer version in person, and have to say that it would be my choice.

Godspeed,

Scott D

Just one more question.

I learn that 5078 is not stated as "Cathedral Gongs" in the Patek catalogue.  However, I heard from HSA that the it should be equipped with "cathedral gongs", and the moderator form another forum also verified this. 

So, what would be the conclusion?

Further, is there any advantage of cathedral gongs over other MR? 

Thx again,

Addi

The case size of the 5078 is not large enough for the gongs that wrap around the movement twice.

Only the 5074 and 5079 with case size of over 41mm have the cathedral gongs.

I personally don't think that the cathedral gongs sound any better than regular ones.

 

Based on the White Dial 5078 no longer shown in the 2008-09 Patek book and that Patek had every current whatch they make at the Tiffany New York event, and only the black 5078 was shown, it is my opinion the white is no longer available.

That does not mean you cannot get one just not new, unless already on order.

 

...as much as we can consider them available!

Dje

I would say the classic enamel 5078 beats out the lacquered black face,  Patek makes very few enemael dial watches.  The Cathedral sound of the 5079 is the most pleasing MR unbelivable.  The 5078 sounds great , I agree the smaller face make a little difference, but the sound of a 5078 is clear and crisp.