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A feast: Patek Philippe 3970P.
Another wonder which is in my brain for so many years, now.
Still debating between a 3970 and a 5970P, though. But I am not in hurry.
That would be a perfect " exit watch ".
Best,
Nicolas
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A feast: Patek Philippe 3970P.
Another wonder which is in my brain for so many years, now. Still debating between a 3970 and a 5970P, though. But I am not in hurry. That would be a perfect " exit watch ". Best, Nicolas ...
Definitely the 3970
as the Lemania movement fills up the case back so much better! One of my favourite watches despite its thickness.
It’s a tough one
Prefer the size of the 5970, but the case “mini 2499” is a big big plus on the 3970 If they had made the 3970 38mm my God it would be going for unrivalled success
I personally would go for the 3970
because it is more charming & the size is just right
my feelings exactly
"I am not sure I have an exit watch [but if I did it might be this one]"
pushers
probably best to try on both and see. I like the pushers on the 3970 better. Happy New Year!
While it is stating the obvious to say that you can’t go wrong with either watch and I certainly don’t think one is better than the other, for me
they are very different watches with a different type of appeal. A while back I had both 3970 and 5970. It seemed that once I acquired the 5970, I pretty much stopped wearing the 3970, in favor of wearing the 5970. I wondered why that was. Clearly the 397...
You cannot go wrong with either of them…
Fully agreed with Miranda and Patekova: 3970 is more charming but a bit thick proportions, 5970 is more modern sport chic. I still kick my a** for missing that 3970 2nd series one year ago just before the train leaves the station. It would have been a per...
Hi Nico
My choice would be the 3970P. I was eying one last month but I did not pull the trigger. It had the diamond markers and black dial. I will continue to look. Btw what size is your wrist. Mine is 17 cm. I think the watch is an elegant size. Happy New Year. ...
Exit watch ???? From where?
You’re not going anywhere my friend. Sadly exit watches are as probable as a unicorn. . You’re a collector and as such will never be able to stop. M.
3970, but I am not a fan of those hands...
...but on the P version you may not have a choice...
My humble opinion
Is the 5970.. Better proportion of size to thickness - so would wear better on the wrist movement size to diameter isnt so noticeable.. But my pick would be the G.. don’t like shrunken numbers in the P Tried it recently - and it’s unforgettable ...
So true Nico.
For me I love the 3970P. Pure understated class. I love the proportions. Right up my alley. Love the photos in this thread.
For you Nico
It has to be the 5970. It’s rarer, and the larger case fits your wrist better. For me I think the 3970, but I will secretly pine for the 5970. No wrong choice either one of them. Thinking of exiting too. But I’ve gone from being the hunter to the hunted. ...
I’d personally go for the 3970P but…
Perhaps you could exit with one and come back with the other )) Obviously no one wants you out, or maybe just your banker 😅