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All, I’m pleasantly surprised
Aug 29, 2021,22:30 PM
that you responded to most post. FabR, I am particularly surprised that you remembered that I am awaiting a 5236 from my AD. Thank you all (y’all) for your thoughts. The more I think about it, the more I am inclined to go for the 3940 without even trying on the 5236; nevertheless, I’ll wait and see.
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36mm PC Revisited
By: hhwatchman : August 28th, 2021-15:19
Will Patek ever go back to a 36mm Perpetual Calendar? I hope so. I had to let go of this 5040R a few years ago; it fit my wrist quite well, and I am back in the market for a new piece. Seriously considering either a preowned or an NOS 3940, I wonder wheth...
The unusual shape of this watch makes it
By: GLau : August 28th, 2021-15:52
Interesting but not popular unfortunately. The 3940 has a well balanced dial. Will smaller watches make a come-back ? Probably! When ? Hopefully soon because I have a small wrist !🤣
Me too.
By: hhwatchman : August 28th, 2021-16:01
Thanks, G.
All, I’m pleasantly surprised
By: hhwatchman : August 29th, 2021-22:30
that you responded to most post. FabR, I am particularly surprised that you remembered that I am awaiting a 5236 from my AD. Thank you all (y’all) for your thoughts. The more I think about it, the more I am inclined to go for the 3940 without even trying ...
You cannot go wrong with the 3940
By: baufoam : August 28th, 2021-16:48
Buy from a reputable dealer. Spend the money. The 3940 is going to be an elegant watch 100 years from now as it is today. It’s a perfect watch.
I wouldn't rule out another 5040
By: Spartacus : September 1st, 2021-07:52
The 3940 is a classic, and an important one at that, but I wouldn't rule out another 5040. I like the fact that you can get one with Breguet hands/numerals or Arabic numerals (unlike the 3940). The case style isn't for everyone, but it certainly works for...
Thank you, Spartacus
By: hhwatchman : September 8th, 2021-21:26
Your photo reminds me of the 5040R which I used to own and am sorry to have let go. I miss it. In any case, I like tonneau a lot but am going rectangular with a Tank Louis Cartier and then circular with the 3940 (either R or J) to complete my modest colle...
BTW, Spartacus
By: hhwatchman : September 8th, 2021-21:35
I really like the Breguet numerals and hands on your piece. IMHO, they complement the shape of the case better than the Arabic numerals and railroad track of mine.
Why thank you (as if I had anything to do with the design)
By: Spartacus : October 8th, 2021-18:48
I think we have similar tastes - I also prefer the Breguet numerals to Arabic numerals on the 5040. I would not consider any collection modest if it has a 3940 - that would make it truly epic.