Have to admit I did *not* love it. I've admired the arabic dial 5009 for a while but now that I've seen the 5010, I'm even more sure of it: better dial looks on the 5009, without the 6 cutting the subdial and, I think, more elegance with the longer rectan

TeutonicCarFan's thread from yesterday concerning the ref. 5024J gave me the idea to make a thread regrouping three very close Patek Philippe references, all powered by caliber 215 : ref. 5009 , 5010 & 5024 . I could have included the ref. 5124, but it's

There are many other smaller Patek Gondolos, ref. 5024, 5112, 5010 for example. If you want some really cool and unusually shaped Pateks, do a search for Patek Gilbert Albert. Member Roni M on this forum has an outstanding collection of Gilbert Albert wat

rose to yellow gold but I believe the 5010 with roman numerals is pretty difficult to find in rose gold. As you noticed, there is one in the market in yellow gold. The 5010 with baton markers is a handsome watch, it is all down to personal preference and

I was actually looking at the different 5010 models and I actually payed attention to this one. You were 100% correct in saying that the Roman numeral variety is very rare which would also make it hard to find, even harder to find in pink gold which would

I was tickled that you called me Shammy!!! Only one other person has ever called me that and she was an ex lover who I just spoke to last night coincidentally! You are being too modest in your analogy of my 7200R against your 5010. Yes, admittedly gondolo

Shammy, those really are some exquisite timepieces and not exactly the sort that one just strolls down to the local AD to purchase! As I mentioned, I love Breguet numerals....and I think they look keenest on PP actually. But this Limited London edition ta

and after reading your reply, I feel the decision has been made and you should definitely get the 5010 because it is so you and that is what matters most. Never get a watch which you feel is less than perfect because sooner or later, you will find fault i

I recall about a year ago you provided me with a comprehensive answer to questions I posed regarding Breguet from a watchmaking perspective. And yes, it was a very useful response as I can still recall it, including both your affinity and respect for PP.

Aside from your personal connection, for my taste the 5010 is a classic dress watch. The 5396, while certainly a dress watch, could be worn for more varied occasions. I would get more use out of the 5396 but that ultimately is a personal decision. Good lu