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Dear Emmanuel,

wow! Thank you so much for these additional informations. Love it. I didn’t know the High Time article. You might think I'm crazy, but if this really is going to be my anniversary watch, then I could imagine having the rotor replaced or even custom-made.
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By: quattro
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quattro
1140

Personally I am not a fan

And this is just a matter of taste.. I don’t like the position of the date ring and leap year position especially (it’s taking quite a central position when it’s actually not a key info practically But my main criticism is actually the empty space around
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By: patekova
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patekova
2360

Modern Perpetual calendars

Following the discontinuation of ref 5236, we can notice that all recent "simple" perpetual calendars are offered at a huge discount on the secondary market: the 5236 itself, the 5320, the 5159, even the 5140. It seems that only 5740 is appreciated, but t
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By: ID1972Sr
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AndCavanaugh
644

Dear Emmanuel, Thank you for the nice things you say about my 5496. Neither 5159 nor 5496 as reflected by market prices are very popular.

Particularly surprising to me is how generally unloved 5496 is despite platinum Calatrava style case, innovative dial with raised date markers and for me me, overall beauty. I would think the retrograde function would be very popular, but it seems the opp
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By: quattro
75
quattro
5366

Dear Patekova,

I also prefer the Roman numerals on these references, so 5160 or 5159 would definitely be my choice. Price wise, the 5159 is definitely a relative bargain and I hope I’ll be able to see one in person someday, as I think I would like it very much. Your 549
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By: quattro
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quattro
5366

I think the 5160G is a fantastic watch in every way. It is a watch I would be thrilled to wear, although it is not a watch I expect to buy. If I were to head in that direction

5159G would be my choice to buy, particularly the standard model with Roman numerals. It is a great watch and while quite expensive it is a relative bargain in today’s world of brand new Pateks. That said already owning the 5496 in platinum which I like e
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By: quattro
75
quattro
5366

Impressive but slightly over the top

While the hand graving is artistically stunning, it’s a bit too much for my personal taste. The 5159 is my personal dream watch and the epitomization of classical, timeless elegance. And, supposedly, even Laurent Ferrier called the 5159 a “legend” and his
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By: quattro
75
quattro
5366

I like and admire this watch.

However not one I can wear on a regular basis for fear of the scratches and dents as has already been pointed out above. Likely to end up a safe queen. Personally I do not favour the size increase of the 5159. I prefer the older 5059
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By: quattro
75
quattro
5366

I think these are wonderfully done.

My favourite is WG with Roman numerals, although I wouldn't want to pay for one. I much prefer the cleaner 5159G at less than a third for the going price of these. Not with me now, but the 5159G is an awesome piece, and fits perfectly on my wrist (there a
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By: quattro
75
quattro
5366