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encouragement
The OP said he was looking for encouragement so I assume that he wants a little nudge to say it's the right move. As already pointed out the decision is largely one of aesthetics and which appeals most to you personally. There is no difference in function to compare the virtues of one vs the other, nor is there any real difference in movements IMO.
Essentially you are looking at 2 very classic designs, the 5296 being slightly larger and without the crown protectors. The 5296 comes in a 'sector' dial as well and as shown in one of the above responses and I'm not sure if that style interests you or strictly the standard 5296R.
If i were trying to make this decision i would ask myself what attracted me to the 5127 that i bought initially, and what has changed to cause me to look elsewhere? Am I just bored with the watch or do i want something a little larger - then I'd say go for it. If on the other hand i just have the itch for something new then my advice is to wait, give it some time to see if the urge passes . How long have you had your 5127 and how much extra cash are you going part with to make this trade happen? Are you a 'buy and sell' type of owner or a 'buy and hold'?
There's no objective way for you or anyone else to make this decision- it's purely emotional. Both watches serve the same purpose and do it extremely well. If it's encouragement you want however, then I'd tell you to make the trade. The 5296 I think is the more traditional and modern sized version of the classic calatrava. I tried one on (non sector dial) and thought it was well proportioned and had great wrist presence. I came very close to buying the 5296R myself but finally decided against it - but not for any reasons relevant to your decision. You don't need validation for this decision, there is no wrong answer!
Enjoy whichever you ultimately decide,
Sam
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Trade 5127R for 5296R?
Thinking of trading my 5127R for 5296R. Would you guys do the trade? Any 5296R owners here? Greatly appreciate encouraging photos of 5296R.
5296 is a very nice piece
Both are classic Patek Philippe, but I've see the 5296R at my local AD at it is every bit as terrific in the flesh as it is in the photos. Personally i've never been a fan of the crown guards on the 5127 but it's really just a matter of personal taste. So...
"it's really just a matter of personal taste"
I agree. Have you tried the 5296R on your wrist? When the 5296G was introduced I was really interested to get one, until I tried it on my wrist. Still like it, but it´s just not for me. Oliver
Why would you wish to replace your 5127R......
For a 5296R? Fundamentally they are very similar apart from the movement. And as already mentioned they are both superb? Personally, I would stay with the 5127R, I think that it is gorgeous and with the shoulder guards adding additional protection has got...
The whole question is strange if you ask me.
For dinner tonight: Do I want to use the white bone china that my mother gave me or do I want to use the somewhat white bone china that my aunt gave me. The guests attending dinner tonight do not know my aunt nor mother. I like both china somewhat equally...
Have you tried asking yourself your own question?
Yes you should make the trade! No, you shouldn't! What would you say if you were asked the same question under similar circumstances? And for what reasons? You should really mention some background to your psyche. Your preferences, etc. so others can give...
encouragement
The OP said he was looking for encouragement so I assume that he wants a little nudge to say it's the right move. As already pointed out the decision is largely one of aesthetics and which appeals most to you personally. There is no difference in function...
Thank you all!
Thank you guys for all your thoughts! I agree that these watches are perfectly equal in terms of collectability, function, movement, etc. I personally just find for some reason the more rounded case of 5127 a bit too small and too old fashioned but this i...
5127 is quintessence of Patek
I also had a idea to get 5296R with the sector dial and plain one but the maion thing wich prevented me from this decision was the form of case. Its a scratch magnet. I would stay with 5127R, its simple and elegant. And this is the only Calatrava with cro...
5296R..
I fell in love with the sector dialled 5296R when I saw a large promotional display at a patek AD. Unfortunately they didn't have one in stock so I settled for trying on the 5396R to get a feel for the style and then tracked one down online. I like the wa...