5004

I’ve never tried on a 5004, but I’ve tried on a 5204 and the thickness didn’t feel right on my wrist. Best, Emmanuel

5004 in any metal!!!! Did I say 5004?? The arabics. The split second. The history. The movement. The endearing size and so called “hamburger” effect. It’s a quintessential Patek and one of the all time greats. The others are beautiful. I am fortunate enou

So for me it’s the 5270( with the chin), due to the bigger month-day and cleaner overall look of the dial. But to be honest, for me personally, nothing beats the 3970. The 5270 family: Best, Zsolt.

For me the 5270 is the winner. I like the lugs and dial layout. From a practical standpoint, when I was in the process of acquiring a PP PCC, it was the one in production. 5004 is fantastic in its own right, the pushers and crown make it less desirable to

Battle of three Patek Philippe titans : Ref. 5270J-001 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with caliber CH 29-535 PS Q - 41 x 12.8 x 49.5 mm case Ref. 5970J Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with caliber CH 27-70 Q - 40 x 13.3 x 46.4 mm case Ref. 5004P-021 Perpet

2499p - an easy choice I think. Photo from Hodinkee. FPJ subscription series - I love FPJ and this is really the ultimate Journe collection. Photo from Hodinkee. And a simple 5711p for sporty / daily use. Photo from wristcheck. Other things I considered a

Harvey Spector (main character) was a hot-shot, very well attired, bold lawyer who never lost a case. In a couple early episodes he wore a Patek 5004P (later determined to be a replica but that didn't matter) and my lizard brain reaction was to franticall

5004G with custom white gold bracelet.

In his comment to my thread dedicated to the Patek Philippe/Somazzi partnership , our dear Gordon aka GLau asked me how many retailers were able to have their signature on some Patek Philippe watches . Here's my answer : A / I have identified 58 retailers

I am travelling right now but will post a picture later this week. Your observation is correct, the baton dial 3998P with sigma dial (ie the first version which one would typically want to own as a collector) is not easy to find. But a true classic. And a