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May 07, 2021,04:36 AM
6119 may be tough right now since it was just released. Any NYC AD may be able to show you though, if they have it - likely tough though
If you are looking for 5119 or 3119 to see in person, and live in NYC, can ask Michael Ashton, or Aaron Faber. They may have it to view
If already decided and looking to buy online, can check out thewatchbox, the keystone or acollectedman. Chrono24 also
Though I’ve never bought second hand from any of them, and can’t vouch for them, they have online presence and I’m assuming trade enough to have good reputations
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Help! Trying to buy a Calatrava for Husband- wedding anniversary
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-18:19
Hi! Our 25th is coming up. My husband has talked about owning a Patek Phillip Calatrava for as long as I can remember. We looked at them in person only once at a jeweler in St. Thomas. It was have been around 2005. The watch he loved had a hobnail bezel i...
This is one of my favorites...
By: mdg : May 5th, 2021-18:46
www.patek.com Pick your metal but I like classic yellow gold. I really like the hunter back so you have a solid back and a clear back to look at the movement...best of both worlds.
Thanks!
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-18:58
Agree on the metal...haven't figured that out yet. My husband seemed to really like the hobnail so I think that's a given. Any advice on how to pick size??
I love the hobnail bezel myself, but as FabR states below...
By: mdg : May 5th, 2021-19:11
...those two references are manual-wind. The 3919 is considered fairly small these days unless he has a small-ish wrist. They are both more on the formal side so maybe not best for a daily wearer but that's personal. I know a guy who wears his ref. 5120 t...
Sincerest Appreciation
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-21:16
Thank you for taking the time to post a reply with such detail. I have explored the site. I'm a little hesitant on the most recent release 6119. It seems less formal or dressy than its predecessors. I believe my husband will wear this watch for formal occ...
Hi Cindy, you've gotten good advice from two longtime members here.
By: Spangles - Dr. Tabby : May 5th, 2021-19:11
If you'd like the name of a U.S. dealer who I've worked with and trust, you can pm me. That would be gray market, sometimes the only choice for an out-of-production model, but FabR has noted the caveats. His suggestion of working with a Patek dealer for a...
PM sent
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-21:18
Also check out...
By: vitalsigns : May 5th, 2021-19:18
Patek 5115, enamel dial, no date, 35mm Patek 5117, non-enamel dial, with date, 37mm Both with hobnail bezels. They were offered in white and colored gold. Good luck! John
A point of consideration if buying secondary market
By: Time to watch : May 5th, 2021-19:20
Make sure that your are buying a complete set. That is, the watch, the original box and certificate of origin papers and instruction booklet with leather folder. Anything missing will require the seller to discount the price as having a full set is always...
Agree!
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-21:20
Thank you. If I do go with an out of production piece, I would only consider with box and papers. Too many pitfalls.
A great achievement!
By: sham1 : May 5th, 2021-20:18
Congratulations on your 25th anniversary! You would like to consider two watches since your husband likes the watch with a hobnail bezel in rose gold and with a visible movement- the 5119 and 5116. The difference between the two is the 5116 comes with an ...
Sent PM
By: csk323 : May 5th, 2021-21:25
Great details Sham.
By: Costa (aka Connie) : May 5th, 2021-23:11
I hope you are doing well. How is the skeleton Patek? I have not seen that beauty in a while. Take Care CB
Hey CB, how have you been?!
By: sham1 : May 6th, 2021-04:39
My skeleton remains in the safe of my AD in the UK while I am stuck here in Malaysia. It will be shipped to me in 2023 in conjunction of my 60th birthday!
Vaccine and watch!
By: sham1 : May 6th, 2021-12:46
Things could not be better! I am glad for you!
Thank you kindly my dear Sham.
By: Costa (aka Connie) : May 6th, 2021-12:52
I will be posting my new Patek soon. I am arranging delivery at this time. Things are a little slow these days. Have a nice evening my friend. CB
Dear madam,
By: Jurry : May 6th, 2021-02:56
First of all, welcome to this forum Secondly and more importantly, congratulations on your upcoming wedding anniversary Thirdly and even more important, a huge congratulations to your husband fir having married such a thoughtful partner that goes at great...
Good suggestion!
By: csk323 : May 6th, 2021-16:00
Hello Jurry, I love your thought about searching for a model from the year we were married- 1996, though I suspect I may be looking for a needle in a haystack. Very romantic, indeed. I have found this group so very helpful. thanks so much. Cindy
6119
By: csk323 : May 6th, 2021-16:02
My only concern about the 6119, is that it looks a little less formal/dressy. and it looks a little less thin. though that could just be how I'm seeing it online. My husband loves the thin profile. Please let me know if I am wrong?? thank you
You'll all been so kind...need some further direction please
By: csk323 : May 7th, 2021-03:01
Gentleman, thank you for you kindness and direction thus far. I have narrowed down to either the 5119 or the new 6119. Still deciding on yellow or rose gold. My challenge: I can not find an AD that seems to have either. I've checked the larger storefront ...
Some ideas
By: db1 : May 7th, 2021-04:36
6119 may be tough right now since it was just released. Any NYC AD may be able to show you though, if they have it - likely tough though If you are looking for 5119 or 3119 to see in person, and live in NYC, can ask Michael Ashton, or Aaron Faber. They ma...
I'm in NY...any AD leads?
By: csk323 : May 8th, 2021-03:24
Thanks again all. I've tried Govberg, Michael Ashton, Tourneau, Betteridge. I did see a piece on Chrono24 but I wasn't sure. I'll take another look. Watchbox also has 3119 but haven't seen 5119. I really appreciate all the help. I will continue searching ...
UPDATE: The Final Two!
By: csk323 : May 9th, 2021-19:10
With tremendous help from this group, in particular one member who has kindly tolerated my many questions and has helped in my search, I am down to the final two.
Apologies FabR
By: csk323 : May 9th, 2021-21:35
Thank you for correcting my post. I apologies for breaking the rules. Is it okay to ask if there is a difference in style, movement or "collectibility" between 5119R- 2008 and 2019?