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One thing is very noticeable to me
Did you see the difference between the watch in Quan's post--held in hand, as opposed to the other photos, by itself. In Quan's it is vastly warmer looking, shimmering and even more appealing to the eye. That's the great visual benefit to a piece like this being photographed properly.
I, myself, love this piece, and while everyone is certainly entitled to his opinion, whether about significant factors or what some might consider minutiae, I think most fair minded Patek admirers would agree it is a beautiful expression of classic Patek charm and grace.
Mine arrives tomorrow at or before 10:30 a.m. 
) I'm pretty excited about this one. It's like stepping back in time.
And by the way, apropos of someone's lament here that it will "never have any collector value"---just think about how many Pateks you can name, as can I, that were easily available for a time, then discontinued, as they all are, that have risen handsomely in value. But who really cares if you love it and it enhances your enjoyment of watch owning.
Sam
Has anyone seen the new 5396 in metal cp.to 5125 yet?
Hello all, there were several posts here about the new 5396 design,but no real "in metal" impressions yet,but only pictures from official sites or catalogues AFAIK. I also read posts here which compared those "almost twins"-5125 in REAL life pictures to p...
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Pics and remarks
Here are some pics that I found on the net. Please delete if it violates any regulations! Awesome watch but I don't like the 24h indicator (useless imho) and that "Geneve" is separated from "Patek Philippe" and squeezed into the small space between the da...
thanks for the pic update,comments:
thanks definitely great looking,esp.the last pic.,for me a probable PP icon if production numbers remain small. Funny, the repeated critical remarks about the 24 hour marks.The 5125 had them too,and 3448etc had a seconds-scale there looking just the same....
I like the New Rose Gold version
better than the old one with the blue hands and tracks, though I liked in pictures the White Gold with blue tracks and hands. Geneva under the day/month is better than in the half circle layout of the sector dial.
Saw the actual watch...
a few days ago at an AD.They only had the WG and I was very very tempted to walk out with it.However, I have been wanting a RG watch for a while and thus will wait a lttle longer. It's everything I thought it would be and more! cheers fernando
question
fernando, how did you feel about the word Geneve squeezed into the center? And the dominant large letters of Patek Philippe? Is it disturbing when looking at the actual piece? Thx!
No problems...
in my eyes.It was legible and felt perfect on my wrist. For a daily wear Patek, this one is hard to beat.
re:5396RG
I did see and handle the Rose gold 5396. I am not a fan of rose gold but this watch is beautiful. Clean, well proportioned, and just one great looking watch.
Ready down here Fernando
the RG, play with it yesterday but this new dial make the watch seem bigger and the dial color not as nice as the old one, being a minority here I like the old one - it looks much better
5396R
Hi Quan, thanks for the pic. Could you also post a pic of the old 5396r for comparison ? Just wondering which one appeals to me more. Thanks Dude !
I saw it in person, and came away with the same opinion.
Upon first seeing photos of the new model, my first thought was that it had effectively "resolved" the old one. However, with the sector dial 5396r sitting next to it, I was surprised to discover that I preferred it to the new one.
possible reason:
While having seen the old dial many times at dealers,the new one just from the pics here,I still think why You might like the old one better sitting next to the new one:the old one is dual coloured and much more to "see" on the dial-for me much too much g...
agree with Quan, I saw and handed it,
it looked really nice from the internet pix, but in the flesh, the dial looks 'bare' thus making it look 'big' and slightly out of proportion. I prefer the sector dial version. Mech.
I would prefer rounded bazel vs sharp-edge..
IMO, almost all historical complications had rounded bazels. The 5396 has a sharp-edge bazel I don't like. Also, 24h indicator is useless - the 5125 had moonphase day indicator which is much more appealling for me. I also better like date window with gold...
I don't like.....
Yes I know, sacriledge not to like a PP. But IMHO the balance of the dial is all wrong. Everything is in a straigt line straight down the middle, there is nothing off to the sides. Patek Philippe Day Date Geneve Hub 24 Hour Dial Moon Phase Date Window It ...
interesting point,
Hi Dave, I wonder how it feels,when I see it in person,as beautiful pics can deceive,that's true. It reminds me of the impression of many Pateks,they often look a bit pale and too austere in comparison to more decorated dials of other brands which have mu...
The Totem Pole
Yes indeed, looks like one: The new 5396 will live on with this nick name... This message has been edited by Expat on 2010-02-26 04:02:39
Agree and more
I agree with Dave. And it's not about simplicity as he owns the 5127R if I recall correctly. The dial would look more balanced if the day/month windows were shifted to the sides and a little downwards. That way there would've been also enough space to pri...
I agree with Dave
the way everything is crammed down the center stops your eye and makes your eye retrace the cluttered straight-down information, and then your mind says, 'is that 'cluttered'? The 5125 has an open breathing feeling. and I like it much better. BUT. I alway...
a little perplexed....
Thanks to the numerous replies to my question,very interesting views. As far as I saw in the pictures, I was really impressed,one of the most beautiful PPs I know. On the other hand,when I first saw the 5125 2003 in picturesI immediately disliked the case...
I love the old 5396R
It was my favorite affordable PP and I bought one while I was attending basel two years ago. I eventually got bored with it and sold it. When I saw the new 5396 I loved it to but in a totally different way. the sector dial was very casual and this new dia...
One thing is very noticeable to me
Did you see the difference between the watch in Quan's post--held in hand, as opposed to the other photos, by itself. In Quan's it is vastly warmer looking, shimmering and even more appealing to the eye. That's the great visual benefit to a piece like thi...
great,tell us when it arrives! and perhaps wristshots
Yes Sam, I absolutely agree with You,for me too it seems to be an extremely classic ,timeless Patek,PP at its best for sure.Some critical points here are well taken,but e.g.for me -with eyes not so sharp any more as 20 years ago-,the date window at 6 is p...
for me, the nice thing is....
that this watch need not be compared to more sophisticated watches or lesser ones to be purchased and enjoyed. On it's own merits it is a keeper , very much so. The first in a long time that has gotten my attention for what is is within its category alone...