Thx Nico, I have never had a 5109 in my hands (and actually didn´t even know the model exists). The more I´m thankful for the input of you guys.

Oct 21, 2022,10:52 AM
 

I have never been a great fan of rectangular watches but recently I´ve worked myself a lot into Cartier watches. The 5109 strongly reminds me of the Tank design with its plain and simple lines. I´m curious to see it on my wrist and how large it really is, e.g. compared to the new Cartier Tank Must with its 41 mm case.

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Patek Philippe Gondolo 5109J-010

 
 By: cayenne1200 : October 20th, 2022-17:31
I stumbled across this Gondolo model and find it very interesting. Unfortunately, I couldn't find much information about the model and would be happy to learn some details that I should pay attention to when buying, especially about the original shape of ...  

Very attractive art deco style !

 
 By: GLau : October 20th, 2022-17:32
Best of luck in finding out more info and let us know your decision.

It's not possible for most people to be able to tell if a case is polished or not using only photos...

 
 By: patrick_y : October 20th, 2022-18:22
Unless it's obviously polished. Most other information would just be a bad opinion. As most experts wouldn't give an expert judgment based off a photo. Thus, and with respect to our Terms of Conduct where we avoid discussing seller references for specific... 

Lastly, don't buy it just because it's inexpensive!

 
 By: patrick_y : October 20th, 2022-18:32
Forgot to mention, a lot of people want an "inexpensive" Patek Philippe in their collection. Not saying that you want this. But don't be attracted to something just because it's inexpensive on the used market. Remember, always need to trust the seller fir... 

Dear Patrick, thx for your comments and advice. Highly aprecciated 👍

 
 By: cayenne1200 : October 20th, 2022-18:43
I am a long time collector and know my due diligence. Maybe I was not clear enough with my questions. The watch on the pic is just an example for the model and is not subject to any discussion or question of mine. As I do not know the model well I am wond... 

Specific Advice to 5109...

 
 By: patrick_y : October 20th, 2022-20:01
That's right! I remember you have some experience with buying used watches. A used 5110P if I recall correctly, I remember that one since that's one of my personal favorite references. When you look at the 5109, you'll see the watch is kind of like a reve... 

Thx again, Patrick. This is exactly the info I was looking for.

 
 By: cayenne1200 : October 21st, 2022-06:12
When researching on watch models I haven’t handled or seen before I often feel a bit uncomfortable as I could not develop a „feeling“ if the case is good or not. A post below is referring to the condition of the hallmarks which also is an indication. And ... 

Most welcome!

 
 By: patrick_y : October 22nd, 2022-21:28
The hallmarks is definitely a good indication, but sometimes polishers polish just the top of the watch and don't polish the backside where the hallmarks are. The backsides don't get scratched since it's always in contact with one's wrist.

Great advice

 
 By: andrea~ : October 20th, 2022-19:05
More often than not there's a reason why something is the cheapest.

Some people say that I'm too polished...

 
 By: mdg : October 20th, 2022-19:05
...but it's gotten me pretty far in life : )

LOL! Very funny!

 
 By: patrick_y : October 20th, 2022-20:02
When are we meeting again? Let's get a little shine in while the weather is still good and before COVID starts up again (the disease seems to spread more in the winter time).

I am mostly around except for a brief stint in November...

 
 By: mdg : October 20th, 2022-21:03
...I have nothing new to show but my friend might...

Yes, the back is big and flat.

 
 By: patrick_y : October 20th, 2022-20:02
The backing is very big and flat. Which makes it less comfortable on the wrist for some.

Most Gondola" models...

 
 By: MikiJ : October 21st, 2022-00:35
Aren't this size. So if you have a smaller wrist, you may find it uncomfortable.

Danke für den Hinweis 🙏

 
 By: cayenne1200 : October 21st, 2022-06:13

+1

 
 By: amanico : October 21st, 2022-09:19

Hi Cayenne, the picture your are showing is a 5109R (Rose gold, with a yellowish dial).

 
 By: montres1 : October 21st, 2022-09:08
The 5109J has a more off-white dial. It happens that I am the happy owner of this one: which I bought new in 2007 at my PP AD. I think it was discontinued around 2009. It has the manual wound 215PS movement, which is I think very reliable and without surp...  

Thx Nico, I have never had a 5109 in my hands (and actually didn´t even know the model exists). The more I´m thankful for the input of you guys.

 
 By: cayenne1200 : October 21st, 2022-10:52
I have never been a great fan of rectangular watches but recently I´ve worked myself a lot into Cartier watches. The 5109 strongly reminds me of the Tank design with its plain and simple lines. I´m curious to see it on my wrist and how large it really is,... 

Here is a 5109G I could recently see...

 
 By: amanico : October 21st, 2022-10:54
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Pretty!

 
 By: patrick_y : October 21st, 2022-16:33
Wished they'd keep making this model!

;)

 
 By: amanico : October 21st, 2022-17:07

Has very wide lug width

 
 By: watch-er : October 22nd, 2022-14:31
which can be a little different in look but helps stabilize the watch on the wrist. I like the thinness of the watch.