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I am a big fan of the Patek retrograde perpetuals, in particular 5496P-015. 5496P is not a popular watch and accordingly, I see them available at
relative bargain prices. I like the Calatrava case, dial layout, size and rose gold dial markers. Plus it is platinum. The fact that it is not popular I consider a plus because it is not commonly seen. Obviously, your decision is a personal one so I do not recommend what you should do. That said I love this watch!
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I don’t have a Patek retrograde model. I've always been interested in 5159g and 5496p-015, but I couldn't make the purchase. The 5159 was so classic-style that it could end up being just a collection for ornamental purposes. Currently, there is a 5496p-01...
The 5159’s dial is a bit ornate for me.
I’ve always admired the 5496 with the applied numbers. I know we don’t do prices here, but I recall seeing that one for less than you mention. The 5496p-014 with the salmon dial is quite a looker as well.
I am a big fan of the Patek retrograde perpetuals, in particular 5496P-015. 5496P is not a popular watch and accordingly, I see them available at
relative bargain prices. I like the Calatrava case, dial layout, size and rose gold dial markers. Plus it is platinum. The fact that it is not popular I consider a plus because it is not commonly seen. Obviously, your decision is a personal one so I do no...
FYI, my 5496P (silver dial)
was auctioned in December last year at a hammer price of US$38,500 (+26% commission). This represented a loss of 53% considering how much I paid for it 7/8 years ago. I suffered a similar loss for my 5059P... Do think twice if you consider them as long-te...
The big Calatrava
case on the 5496 is a huge scratch magnet. Plus, the dial a little off balance and hard to read due to the retrograde hand. This reference has really been soft in the aftermarket. I do like the gold accents on the newer model over the first model. I owned...
Here's a crazy idea...
...maybe track down a ref. 5050. Sure it's smaller. But it has soooo much charm. I had a chance to buy one pre-owned a long time ago and passed because I was poor. That's one of only two watches that I regret not buying. Picture credit: Bob Maron [Picture...
Definitely buy something that you will
wear. 😃 As to these pieces, I can imagine myself wearing both. Please let us know what you decide ！
