Patek Philippe

Earlier today, fellow purist and master photgrapher, Foversta posted two lovely photos of the 5959P, a discontinued ultra thin split second chornograph which for me is my favourite chronograph ever and one of my dream Pateks. It got me thinking what other...  

A hard one to beat. The new 5539 in 37mm is nice but somehow the 3939 is nicer in my opinion.

It comes in either a black or blue enamel dial ...  

the Breguet hands of the 3939. But the movement of both are sublime!

I like the hands on the 5539 but I love the hands on the 3939. Just me and my weakness for Breguet hands and numerals

that they look great on any brand and should not be thought as exclusive only to Breguet. See what Kari has done below. ...  

Nonetheless that 5539 is asymetrically seductive beauty. IMHO it is worthy of love, in addition to Breguet hands

I think if one had to choose, it would almost come down to one's wrist size. Someone with a smaller wrist might prefer either the 3939 or the 5539 while someone with a the larger wrist would definitely go for the 5539.

If you allow me, I will start with comments on your choices and then I will say my three favourite Pateks. I kindly ask you to consider that, these are my very personel opinions according to my taste and contains no objection to your comments. Different t...  

I cannot disagree with your choices and one out of three is not bad at all considering that there are so many excellent offerings from Patek. Yes due to my small wrist, anything between 31mm to 39mm will suit my wrist depending on the lugs although 34mm t... 

In my opinion, if there is a tourbillon cage, it is better to see it on the dial. But here, comes the problem. Very small amount of watches are successfull on it. Cutting the dial without interrupting the complexity and harmony of it is really hard job. S... 

but I think Patek keep it hidden with the logic that the light breaks down the lubricating oils of the parts causing excessive wear. This would result in a more frequent service required. I also agree that quite a number of tourbillons are not cut very we... 

I love the 5959 ...  

We are talking about CBB here

All the great pieces I was lucky to have come across were my dad’s. Now I’m just taking care of them for the next generation!

And by the way, I am humbly up for adoption!

I always thought. The smaller size, the crown - a bit too feminin for men but perfection for a woman with style!

maybe a bit small for some of us

but I have seen larger watches wrapped around her wrist beautifully.

Especially all those rare special unique pieces😍

CBB would organise a private exhibition of her watches for purists. I know this may never happen but I will certainly make my way there if it did

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at the warm response should such an event occur. And yes it would be a very special get together with fellow purists!

Definitely after all the Covid things are gone. Would be so nice to get to know all you watch enthusiasts. I don’t know too much about watches, not even close to my father, or any of you. But I might know a bit more as a lady.

Most of us only appear as if we know a lot but in actual fact, only a handful of us are truly knowledgable (me not included!! )

I am anything but modest!!

I know, I was just teasing!

I could make a museum of my dad’s time pieces... but...

will make your museum one of Thailand's most popular attractions. I can understand the complications with logistics unless of course your father has asked you to keep the collection private in which case, it is totally understandable. Just keep spoiling u... 

I think the 5959 is a great unisex watch especially for men with small wrists. Only 15 years ago, the standard 3919 Calatrava was 33mm in diameter. Here is a 31mm 3878J on my deformed wrist ...  

My wrist somehow is very adaptable to small watches but struggles with anything starting with 40!

Yes watch sizes have increased ever since Panerai entered the market but I am hoping that watch sizes stay between 36mm and 39mm.

But I was also impressed by your beautiful Patek Philippe handbag!! Gorgeous colour and perhaps only reserved for owners of the 5959P?!!

and I know many who would agree with me too

you arrived with a bang ! you've a great taste for fine things !! Best, mahesh.,

I was surprisingly shocked to have received many comments on my 5959. I saw this lovely piece in Geneva and told my dad he’d have to definitely get it! One of 2 pieces I told my dad he had to get! It’s so classic looking with amazing movements although a ... 

The 5959 is quite an amazing watch like no other. Montblanc just produced a much revered split second chronograph in 44mm which is also quite thick but Patek has managed to do it in a tiny package which in itself is a complication and a technical feat! Of... 

Split second chronograph and a minute repeater tourbillon! Great choices.

I love legibility of a dial that exudes class which is why I chose these three watches. But that of course is purely my personal taste

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I was afraid that few would appreciate my selection and would be more partial to the 2499 or the 5070. I prefer simpler watches or at least simple to look at

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I have noticed anytime a top 3 or top 5 is mentioned, a healthy discussion will develop because in most of our minds, we have our favourites and grails.

...the 7200R-001 is not a complicated watch, but I consider it an amazingly beautiful watch for women...what I would buy for my wife if she'd let me : ) As a bonus it has the 240 movement along with the Breguet numerals and lovely hands... Credit: Watchon...  

You must convince your wife or better still, surprise her!! Here is my 7200R London Edition which I truly treasure. ...  

...I don't like the rose gold and strap color in the photo I posted for a man's watch...but yours is beautiful. I would wear that in a heartbeat...size not an issue on that classic : )

Mine was actually released as a ladies watch in a limited edition of 80 pieces but when I saw it, I just had to have it because that comes close to my perfect Patek. In fact, it remains the watch I have owned for the longest period which is a testament to... 

...there are many men (me included with my 7.25" wrist) who would gladly wear this watch. It is a pure dress watch, and I would wear anything in that category down to 34mm or so. My only quibble was with the original strap that I saw...you have remedied t... 

but I requested for a brown strap which I thought would bring out the best in the watch. I agree that the standard 7200R is a tad more feminine but with the right colour strap, it could pass for a men's watch and you could share it with your wife!

...writing a check today for a Rolex for my son's birthday, so won't be buying a Patek any time soon...don't have the deep pockets of this group : )

My son only received a Tissot from me as fortunately he is not into watches Lots of nice Pateks at reasonable prices in the used market too so one is spoiled for choice at every budget!

i think all of them are timeless dial designs with one thing that adds to the brilliance...Breguet numerals, i'm a big fan too ! Best, mahesh.,

but my bank manager will be laughing when he sees it!

The was a bit surprised when I saw the asking price and I think the watch offers fantastic value for money.

I too was shocked at its 'reasonable' price and I think it has to do with its 33.2mm case size. I am actually keen on this piece but am thinking how many of my watches I will need to sell to get close to the asking price!

Secondary price for a 5950A- 001 is significantly higher than the secondary price for a 5959P, even though still below last known MSRP.

I have a 5940G perpetual calendar which has the same case shape as the 5950. Lovely case but I believe a round case is always preferred, even if small.

It was your post on the 5959 that inspired me. In fact, I am even trying to do a deal on one that is currently for sale but I think the timing is against me!

Absolutely love the classic look of it, and the 33mm size sounds perfect! It's unfortunate that complicated pieces with clean dials and smaller sizes are such a rarity these days...

This watch was only discontinued two years ago and I wish Patek kept it in its collection. Apparently no more than ten pieces were produced annually in platinum (2005 to 2015) and in rose gold (2016-2017) so quite a rare beast!