... an ultra expensive and technically amazing watch

I think the 5102 is an absolutely beautiful piece. At 43mm is may be the largest watch in Patek's current line, but it is quite thin. It is beautifully engraved around the outside of the case, and has a stunning dial. Other than a date or a chrono complication, there aren't many functions in complicated watches that are practical for every day use. We value the technical difficulty and esoteric nature of these complications as much as we value their practicality. And the ability to show the constellation above any location in the northern hemisphere is truly spectacular.

My only regrets with this piece are: 1) I dislike the 240 automatic micro-rotor winding mechanism -- it's just not an efficient mechanism; and 2) that I haven't broken this piece out of the box yet!

Regards, Jeff.

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Your thoughts please... is the 5102 a ultra expensive novelty watch or.....

By: Aussie : January 11th, 2010-10:40

is it a perfect example of mastery in horology ? Thank you for your opinions.

horses for courses...

By: Baron - Mr Red : January 11th, 2010-11:20

It is not one that appeals to my taste. Having said that, it is a very unusual watch. The complication is not one that i see as particularly useful, but then that is not a reason to dislike a watch. Its style has a certain flamboyance that does not appeal...

I DO NOT like it at all.... however to each his/her own [nt]

By: Cool : January 11th, 2010-11:59

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I really can appreciate it....But would I strap one to my wrist????

By: Miles151 : January 11th, 2010-12:16

No... It is just not my cup of tea....... And I have always had one simple rule for my collection....Only buy what pleases my eye and what makes my heart miss a beat...... Novelty watch???? NO NO NO... It is an incredible masterpiece of watchmaking skills...