Patek Philippe

3940P: A summit of understatement ( not to say coldness ), elegance, discretion. For a mature taste: 5140P: Cooler, easier, a tad bigger, but maybe less... refined? Which one do you prefer? Aaah, in both case... Same movement... Cal 240 inside. Worth a ph...  

Since I own both references. My preference goes to the older model, but find the blue-dialed 5140P stands in a league of its own. I'd even choose that over a 5550P (and I have). I think it has to do with the strong contrasts present in this watch. The blu... 

but after looking enough 5140P and 5550P side-by-side, my favourite is 5550. The reason is that on a long run 5140P is a bit "boring". At first sight(s) it is really cool but it lacks the capability to attract again and again. When comparing 5140 with 394... 

It... Often. Best, Nicolas

5550P is so different that you lear to appreciate it more and more, time after time. The old 3940 is nor easy or complicated. It's just pure and in that, it's the purity I appreciate. Best, Kari

Here's the rose gold version in the sunshine... ...  

Even coloured gold is not my first option, in the case of 3940 the R version is perhaps the nicest. Best, Kari

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that 3940R looks much better on the wrist than in any photos taken. However, your pictures are great and give a good hint... Congrats! Kari

I've prepared a post about the 5140R mainly but which makes the link with the 3940 reference. I really like both (especially the upsize for the 5140) but one thing I prefer from the 3940 is the subdials' printings (again!) which are lighter and more elega... 

(and don't underestimate the difficulty of making those). Overall, if I had to make the decision each morning whether to wear my 3940 or my 5140, I would not find it too upsetting.

... The concave bezel is more my taste, too. More sophisticated, more sensual, maybe, too? Best, Nicolas

But 3940 g is more refined. Discreet and really a statement watch. The 5140 g j or even p slightly more sporty. My opinion. Thanks for the pics nico. Best Geross

the dial is too busy and not clear,you feel its out of focus. Best, ahmed

less cluttered which suits this watch better in my opinion. Nice pictures mate;) Cheers Francois

Thanks for your feedback, my dear friend. Nicolas

Everything seemed perfectly harmonized and balanced on the 3940. A case of less is more that give rise to the elegant and timeless appeal. One never gets tire of looking at the sublime dial. In additon to what other Purists have already pointed out on the... 

basically for the font spacing! Never really thought about the concave vs convex, but that is a good point! Best, Ross

It's proportions are "right"

Compared to the 5130. Best, Nicolas

I had my heart set on 5130g. Then tried the 5110g on for kicks. No contest, 5110 was more elegant and had better spacing/proportions

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Here is my first series on a dark brown chocolate matte. ...  

So balanced and beautiful. I love the vintage aesthetic of this version. Well done!

... all day long. The words that immediately came to mind when I saw the pictures of each one in your post were "elegant" (3940) and "cluttered" (5140). To me, the 3940 is one of the great Patek designs and definitely one of the most beautiful modern era ... 

Thanks very much for your original post and for giving us all the opportunity to air our thoughts. The 2015 "gimmick", as you say, does not, I fear, do justice to an iconic watch and modern classic. The two watches show, very clearly, the differences betw... 

That reminded me a certain italian brand re launching some Out Of Range pieces. Which is not the best way to keep the faitfhul lovers of the brand. Best, Nicolas

under the 3940 glass, a reference, for my taste. Well, the case shape is not my cup of tea... I can only dream about this 3940 dial on a 5196 case: it would be something that could make me do anything crazy! Can't say the same for the 5140... the date in ... 

The 3940 In the past I have worn both of these models, but the 5140, only stayed for a short period, whereas the 3940 remained a lot, lot longer. For me the dial on the 5140 was just too cluttered and difficult to read, especially the date sub dial. Thoug... 

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Thats definitely a more technical debate :)

...as the very happy owner of the 2015 salmon 3940.....see other thread on this where I (attempt to) analyse that piece: 3940 elements, 5140 elements and some completely unique elements. So this is a 3 way choice: 3940, 5140, or 3940 of 2015 (apparently a... 

I almost got a 5038 recently. But even though it was very nice and rare with its fantastic black dial, I just did not like the pearls on the bezel. Small things can spoil a beauty, I guess. And that is my issue with the 5140: just a bit off from true grea... 

Anatol There is a rather nice one in the catalogue for the next Sotheby\'s Auction in London. Take a look - and laugh at the silly thing they say about the differences (or not) between 3940 and 5140.

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That is something you would not see with a 3940! Best, Nicolas

Best, Kari ...  

The watch is stunning, and nice picture off the stern of the ship! Aloha

I suppose you know my answer ;-))) Needless to say that my vote goes for 3940, and specially the P or the R versions. The P has a wonderful dial, slightly brushed (a bit like 5235 regulator but less brushed), thus giving a lot of life to the dial, much mo... 

though I didn't own any pt version of any so I could safely say my choice is definitely the 3940 in whatever metal. Mech

And among the reasons why I grew so attracted to the 3940!