drphileasfogg
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I could not agree more.
You captured all the greatness of the 5235G so well. In my opinion, it is a very special watch: an exceptional execution that truly has to be seen in person, the first Patek Philippe regulator, and a tribute to the regulator clocks used by watchmakers at the Patek factory for years before one eventually ended up in the Stern family office.
A few years ago, I came across footage of TS explaining the sentimental significance of this watch, and you could clearly see the emotion in his words. That sentiment was echoed by one of the Patek Philippe salon directors when I bought mine. While picking up the watch, we were told that the head of the salon wanted to meet us personally just to explain how special this piece is.
The later rose gold execution is not to my taste, especially once you appreciate the originality of the first model and understand its significance. Another collector once described the 5235G as the ultimate modern sleeper, which I think is very accurate. It is my favorite Patek Philippe in my small collection, on par with my Nautilus 5712A.
Patek can still create truly unique designs, and that is why, despite its recurrent hiccups, it remains at the top of the game.
Annual Calendar Reguator 5235G: an undervalued gem?
Like you, I am not the biggest Patek fan. Only a few watches please me, and a lot, like the 5110P, the 5100, the 5070, the 5970, the 5960, and a very few others.
I enjoyed your in-depth review very much.
Thank you for this love letter to the 5235G. To me, one of the most original releases in Patek’s modern history. The dial treatment and case are fantastic and the movement significantly better finished than anything that is not a PCC or up.
I could not agree more.
It’s time will come (well it’s now)
Excellent review
First of all, an outstanding review of a very special watch.
Thanks for a comprehensive review of the 5235 ! Well done in explaining your thoughts. This regulator
Outstanding review Many thanks
