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3940s are clearly the most historically important and collectable of their "type"
Your comment is factually accurate. Aside from the nearly 20 year run of the model in all its flavors, j,g,r,and p, the 3940 nearly single-handedly "reestablished" the entire Patek brand into a position of renewed preeminence. This is not just my opinion, but more importantly, Philippe Stern's. In fact, he credits the 240 movement itself with ground breaking and long-lasting effect on the entire industry.
5960P vrs 5140P
The 5960P has more moving parts, has multiple complications and is a modern PP. The 5140 is a PP classic. Now available in platinum with the blue dial. I had a 5056P (yes I know, not a perp. cal) that I loved but sold to upgrade to the 5960P. I'm lusting ...
classic
if you want the real classic, then get the 3940. This message has been edited by autowind on 2010-10-21 21:18:38
Having owned and sold a 5140G............
My answer would be for the 5960P The two main reasons for my decision were; 1) I had difficulty at arms length or making a quick glance (especially when the hand moved pass the 6o'clock position) in being able to read the date. Which in the end infuriated...
3940s are clearly the most historically important and collectable of their "type"
Your comment is factually accurate. Aside from the nearly 20 year run of the model in all its flavors, j,g,r,and p, the 3940 nearly single-handedly "reestablished" the entire Patek brand into a position of renewed preeminence. This is not just my opinion,...
Both are beautiful.....
However, I would keep the 5960. This watch can be worn at any time and it is both classic and sporty... The single chrono dial is gorgeous.... Cheers
Except the blue dial, these are 2 very different watches.
2 visions of automatic movements, annual calendar and chrono versus perpetual calendar, the size, the legibility... Both are great on the wrist, but one is more discrete, while the other ( 5960P) will maybe be easier to wear. I'd go for the perpetual cale...
Depends, but personally, I would go for the 5140P...
I ask this question to myself often. Would I go for a 5960P or a 5140P? How are you going to wear the watch? Is this a watch for the office (5140)? Or is this a watch for social meetings (5960)? Are you wearing a suit (5140) or jeans (5960)? I think the 5...
Hard choice, two fantastic watches, but the 5960 has....
....a Breguet spring! I'd love to own both, but as of today I'd appreciate probably more the ownership of a 5960P with blue dial! Cheers Dje
I can see myself..
growing old with the 5140P especially the one with the blue dial.It's a classic in design,style, size etc. It's also a grand complication as Patrick said, with a tried and tested movement in the cal.240(I also like the micro rotor). The 5960 is very conte...
Don't slander the Daytona, please
The Daytona has nice pusher feel, and is real tough, I own a bunch of them. - and the 5960 is still on my wrist. ili
Wheter to sell or not depends on ...
... your budget. Both are enthusaists / collectors items, so it is not the question of ending with only one watch for your everyday life. If you can afford to possess both: lucky you! If not, than sell the 5960 for funding, as you crave for the 5140 P. Re...
5140g
I have this one and never grow tired of looking at it. It is such a thin watch which adds to its elegance.
Thank you gentlemen!
I appreciate your views and will ultimately let you know by posting pics!
For me the weight and wrist presence of the 5960p all day long....The 5140p is very nice
and I hope to add one to my collection one day but I just love my 5960p with its original dial....... M....
5960P
I love my 5960P--the look--size and feel!! No doubt about it for me--though biased!!...
5140
but I sold it away and kept my 3940, but to answer your question, I love Perpetual and thus won't buy the 5960. Just me... Mech.
which one to keep?
Both are excellent pieces. The 5960P is an annual chrono whilst the 5140P is just a perpetual calender. Both are different. I have the 3940R (predecessor of 5140) and the 5960P and I alternate them.and even the 5059. They look very different also. The 596...
5960P
I own the 5960P with original dial. It's a gorgeous multi-purpose watch. My choice felt on 5960P after also considering 5140G and 5159G (both perpetual). It really depend on your own personal preference. Good luck with your choice. Either way, you'll make...
5960P for me and up until...
... two months ago I would have without hesitation opted for the grey dial version. However, for the last two months I have had various opportunities to see and wear the 5960P blue dial and my opinion is shifting.....
5960P--with new strap
I finally got my custom made black strap for my 5960P from Patek. It took 12 weeks but definitely worth the wait. The picture doesn't do it justice. It looks amazing in person!! Answer to OP-would never sell my 5960P for a 5140P!! Keeper for sure!!...
Sold my 5960P
I just couldn't get comfortable with the large grey "dot" as a design element.