Daily wear - pros and cons

Mar 10, 2021,10:38 AM
 

Baufoam, I know what you mean about wearing the 3970 regularly; I wonder about doing the same with mine. I don't know your collection, so perhaps your 3970 is one of your less expensive timepieces (in which case good for you!), but for now it's my most expensive piece in my collection. Do you feel that a daily wear becomes less special? I have felt like that at times. When I bring out a watch that I haven't worn for a while (whether because it's in the bank or just in a rotation), I find that I see or "rediscover" its beauty more than the watches that I typically wear every day. I'm curious to hear your thoughts.


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First Series 3970

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-05:30
A little something special I'd completely forgotten to share - a first series 3970 with original two tone dial and snap back solid case back. A dream of a watch ! Thanks to my bro that would rather remain unnamed for helping me acquire this piece <3 Do we...  

Merci !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-06:38

Nice example of a iconic Patek.

 
 By: Miles_151 : March 5th, 2021-05:52
Enjoy. M.

Iconic and superb!

 
 By: Mike H : March 5th, 2021-06:09
PP is the master of chrono / PC complication, absolutely superb. And a series I in this condition is just a dream, I LOVE these leaf hands. Huge congrats, enjoy it and wear it in the best of health! Mike

Yes indeed 👍👏👏👏

 
 By: Mike H : March 5th, 2021-11:32
Excellent idea, a 3448 would complete your 3970 very nicely. Maybe 3448 in white gold for avoiding any overlapping with colored case. What do you think ? Good idea no ? Btw I forgot to congratulate you on the choice of the strap : it is just perfect class... 

White gold... I wish...

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:35
When I come to think of it why not rose gold ?! Haha ! I think yellow gold would be a great start, maybe one day I can explore white gold yes but not for the moment unfortunately...

I was joking of course but seriously...

 
 By: Mike H : March 5th, 2021-14:08
a beautiful J version is just sublime. An early version just like you with this sublime 3970 has an incredible charm. It is almost the same as a later version but it is another watch totally, the details make a huge difference.

What a great reference !

 
 By: GLau : March 5th, 2021-06:11
This smaller sized case (by today’s standards) packs a big punch 🥊!

Good luck! ;)

 
 By: amanico : March 5th, 2021-07:04

Wow!

 
 By: blau : March 5th, 2021-06:41
That one is *dreamy*! Congratulations!

Thankyou very much !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:36
Indeed I was struggling, couldn't figure out how to rotate them, thanks again !

Pleasure👍🥂

 
 By: FabR : March 5th, 2021-17:16

How do people resist wearing such a machine

 
 By: Ivan5 : March 5th, 2021-06:53
and keep it in a time capsule? She's gorgeous! Enjoy and thanks for sharing!

I agree.

 
 By: baufoam : March 5th, 2021-08:18
To have a watch as beautiful as a 3970 and to not wear it is just wrong. I have a 3rd. Series 3970 in yellow gold and it works great as a “Dailey Wearer.“. Now, if I had an excellent example of a 3970 1st Series..... I would not wear it every day, but I w... 

I agree, very hard not to wear !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:37
For daily wear though I don't use the 3970, a little too precious, but from time to time for special occasions or day when I won't be too active it's perfect ! Thankyou very much Ivan5 and baufoam !

Daily wear - pros and cons

 
 By: Spartacus : March 10th, 2021-10:38
Baufoam, I know what you mean about wearing the 3970 regularly; I wonder about doing the same with mine. I don't know your collection, so perhaps your 3970 is one of your less expensive timepieces (in which case good for you!), but for now it's my most ex... 

Big congratulations - excellent catch...

 
 By: mahesh : March 5th, 2021-07:20
enjoy in the best health....love the dial & the leaf hands !! Best, mahesh.,

Thankyou mahesh !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:38

Stunning! Got another owner right here

 
 By: Horology_Ancienne : March 5th, 2021-08:20

Thank you very much ;)

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:38
Looking for another now ! haha, maybe the snap sapphire ?

Beautiful watch with the perfect strap!

 
 By: renerod : March 5th, 2021-09:28
What brand is it? Best. René

Thank you !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:38
The strap was made by Camille Fournet in Paris

This is an extaordinary watch indeed 👍

 
 By: cayenne1200 : March 5th, 2021-10:14
The appearance of the first series is truly more classic than my beloved 3rd series. Both are extremely lovely.

Sotheby’s

 
 By: Rastro : March 5th, 2021-10:29
Is this the watch from auction last year?

I agree, it's really something else !

 
 By: unekual : March 5th, 2021-13:39
No, this isn't the watch from Sotheby's - that one is off in the USA I believe

Mine says hello. Old picture though 🤣🤗

 
 By: Wristenthusiast : March 5th, 2021-13:29
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Epic watch

 
 By: Spartacus : March 10th, 2021-10:32
Kudos to you as well as your friend for the acquisition. I hope you enjoy it to its fullest.