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This pic is as close as I can get and shows the numerals rising out of the dial, not "applied". Somewhat hard to see with just naked eye. And although the numerals look painted remember they are mirror-polished, just not reflecting anything in the pic.

The numerals are not applied. I'm not sure "embossed" is the right term either. The numerals are apart of the dial itself, and allowed to extrude as the part of the dial that is not numerals is reduced. Somewhere I read the term "spark erosion at the molecular level" is involved in some way - above

From the first moment I became aware of this watch I've thought it to be the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. After years of shortened breath from viewing pics I am so fortunate and thankful to finally own it. May all of your horological dreams come true as well... Happy Thanksgiving!

...for the kind words. Yes, the watch is mine and all I can say is that it's "the one I've been waiting for." I was lucky to find it and am really happy with it... Camera is a Canon dslr, but IMO it's really more about the light than the camera itself. I have appreciated all the quietly-enabling pho

Just a wee bit of eye candy... Enjoy...

I have a new 5726/1A that also has the pins. Each link is held in place with 2 pieces, an outer sleeve that is the length of the narrower polished center link and a full-length pin that snap-locks into a detent in the outer sleeve. IMO this is a much more secure method than the screws which technica

Thanks - glad you like... I don't really keep close track of the camera side of things but have an assortment of Panasonic & Canon P&S and also a Canon dslr. Just about any current camera could take these pics - to me, it's all about the light and keeping the camera rock-steady.

Well, the clasp is polished and since the watch makes a great daily wearer it will likely reflect the life you show it. Personally I wouldn't let that hold me back. Only after you pay the piper and the strap is properly trimmed to fit will you know just how comfy a watch can be...

Greetings, all! This is my first post on this forum. Thank you all for your collective contribution that has helped me know the Patek brand and refine my taste for it. My second one is arriving this week and I assure you I am very excited about it. But first, I thought I'd share a few of the photos