amanico
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Get the 5100 first, then we'll see for the straps. It is easier to find a strap than fund the 5100. :)))
5196P vs 5100G
Dear Patek people, May I ask whether at the same price you would prefer 5196P or 5100G? I know they are very different but anyway, what would be your pick and why? Thanks! Semyon.
Wow...really difficult choice but if same price and with all identical conditions....
5100G wins in terms of technical complications, that 10 day PR is something else. 5916P looks really beautiful, though. The looks are worthy of a PP museum watch. Good luck choosing.
Iād look at this not only from the perspective of the watches but from your collection.
Do you have other white metal, classic dress watches? Do you have no rectangular cases and want one? Are you looking to deepen a theme or to broaden the choices? In terms of watches, both are standout PPs and there is no wrong choice. Let us know which wa...
Thanks, Daniel. I understand what you mean, but the Q is really simple
What would you choose? I am interested to see the results of the poll. Thanks.
5100g
On all possible levels for me. No contest. A piece of art. The architecture of the movement. A 10 day. But again, a piece of art. Happy hunting!
All the way! That's a strong view, thanks Amanico.
But I am not surprised, considering you own one and have posted a number of fantastic articles on it. Thanks for them, btw!
Amazing watch, no doubts.
2 things I am concerned about are: 1 Hands matter to me a lot. I am a huge fun of longer beautiful hands and on rectangular watches hands are always short, for an obvious reason. DB and LF hands are close to perfection, this sort of hands is an art in its...
The hunt is over!
Happy to become one of 450 proud owners of 5100G! The watch is gorgeous! The only problem- I am unable to make a picture even remotely as good as those from more e xperienced forum members... ...
Iād go with 5100G
If you want to dress it down you could use a dark blue, grey blue or grey strap, could be crocodile, saffiano, even suede or alcantara
Interesting question! I would select the
Manta Ray because my collection would be more balanced with this case shape. Also, my fingers can obtain a good work out with winding 5100 to attain power reserve for 10-days !š 5196P on its own is a marvel though! So classy and classics š Good luck with ...
Looks like the voting is over...
....but let me just add another for the 5100G - a technical standout for its time, which led many other brands to produce 5+ day power reserves after the 5100 was introduced, and an strikingly unusual, yet serious and beautiful watch to wear. Best of both...