less salmon dial again as too many being produced. I thought both the 5227 and 5396 are due a new movement with longer power reserve and more interesting dials. I’m not a fan of these hands like the 6119 either. What would have impressed me would have bee
(or at least they used to be😊) and very attractive and comfortable to wear. The 5396 whose historical antecedent is the the legendary 2497 is to me at the very top in the AC lineage. Having tried on the sunburst sand beige dial, I can only say if one is l
with certain dials, indexes and metals. Your white gold variant with opaline dial is definitely one of the most appealing for me. This reference is all about simplicity and this metal and dial are completely in tune with this identity. The gorgeous Dauphi
... looks sublime: a soft warm color which gives this watch a different character. A very charming character. You made a very thorough post past year showing all the different version of this reference. A huge reference work you did! It clearly shows that
The Patek Philippe Annual Calendar ref. 5396 is a classic , of which I have listed all the existing variants here: Patek Philippe ref. 5396 - All variants to date . Ref. 5396R-016 is a new warm-toned version featuring a rose gold case and a brilliant sunb
I have been vacillating about this piece for months. Almost did a three months ago then changed my mind. I always tell myself this is the last one, but everybody knows how that goes. Thanks for looking at my friends all the best, Tony.
6105G – fascinating technical concept, disappointed it's styled as an AP sports watch 5322G – nice (but everything is blue and green dials now) 5840P – very nice if you appreciate Cubitus (I do, didn't at first) 5249R – beautiful…at a very high price 7047
Many years ago when I saw reviewing Calatrava AR models, the 5396 sector dial drew my attention. I liked the overall design but at the end felt that with an AR function, the dial was too busy for my taste. 5296 on the other hand strikes a very good balanc