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I love this reference
I owned a 5134g. It was a newer version than the one in your photo, which has the arabic numerals at the 3-6-9. I traded it for a 5110p, which I love, but I often regret not having the 5134 and frequently consider getting another if the right one comes along.
Honestly, I think this reference is VERY under-appreciated, mostly because: 1) photos somehow do not do it justice; and 2) the 215 movement has its critiques because it is an older, manual wind movement which is a bit small for this case (compared to, for example, the 240 which fills the 37mm case of the 5110 perfectly.
In person,however, the 5134 is a real beauty. The case is quite similar to the 5110, but it wears larger because of the buttons on the left side of the case which adjust the skeleton/2nd time zone hand. Those buttons, by the way, give the watch a very cool and unique look. It is one of those watches that can be dressed up or down.
Interestingly, the t complication used in the aquanaut travel time (5164) is nearly identical in set up, and that is a hugely popular and loved piece.
For what it's worth, I think the 5134 will be more appreciated over time. If you look at the last generation of travel time watches made by Patek in the 60's (same left hand button format), they have become very desirable. I also think that because the 5134 was not a huge seller, it will have a bit more rarity than other models down the track, just like its brethren from 1960s. Also, while the 215 movement has its critics, it is a tie tested, bullet proof movement which winds like butter and it joy.
Good luck with your hunt.
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Patek 5134p
Hello all, I was hoping to get the groups's impression of this model. I couldn't find many previously expressed opinions besides those of Dr Kol, whose opinion carries much weight and which he positively expressed in past posts. I'd appreciate others' opi...
It always lived in the shadow of the iconic 5110.
It is a travel time, not a world time, which may explain why it lived in the shadow of its sister. I would rather go for a 5110. Best, and welcome here, by the way. Nicolas
I think they have a very different style and design and may not be comparable
In the mean time, I'm surprised to see from auctions that they are not far in pricing... making the 5110 and its 240 very interesting to consider. Good piece of advice Cheers, Mark
First, welcome on PuristSPro!
I don't know that reference well so can't really help you but I find its look to be very appealing. And it has nice proportions. Keep us informed and pelase feel free to share pictures if you take the plunge Cheers, Mark
Thank you
Thanks for the warm welcome and for your honest and balanced viewpoints. I\'ve been partial to the platinum version, which does have a minimalist appeal, but a very practical service. But I\'ll go give it a try and see how it speaks to me. I\'ll let you g...
A great watch!
I found from Germany a sealed 5134P which was originally sold in 2004. I bought it and sold my old one. Today I asked the master watchmaker of Patek Salon to open the package and check if the watch requires service after being wrapped for over 10 years. T...
Congratulations for this one Kari
And the picture is mine, I added it to illustrate the post, I didn't find quickly the Pt one. It is interesting to see the watch is still ok for using after the oil have passed 10 years unused. Good to know Cheers, Mark
I love this reference
I owned a 5134g. It was a newer version than the one in your photo, which has the arabic numerals at the 3-6-9. I traded it for a 5110p, which I love, but I often regret not having the 5134 and frequently consider getting another if the right one comes al...
on point
Descartes captured my sentiments nicely. It is the uniqueness (and coolness) which allows it to be dressed up/down (as opposed to my 5726a...which I love...but is more on the sportier side). And I also like that the side panels give it a bit of a bigger p...
For me, this is a superb Calatrava....it depends how you see this complication
either as a less sophisticated world time type piece or, as I see it, a superb improvement over the basic Calatrava. The great thing about these is the relative affordability and simplicity and actually quite rare its a no brainer buy it...before I do.. B...
the race is on...
Kari also has high praise. The last question which I had put to him since he has one is about the 37mm size. I do understand that it looks to wear a bit larger than the quoted size. But I've grown partial to a minimum 39mm diameter pieces. But I understan...
The 37mm size feels right to me.
I wear a variety of sizes from 36mm DJ to a 44mm PAM. For what it is, the 37mm 5134 or 5110 is a perfect size. I prefer sport watches a bit larger, and dress watches a bit smaller. Maybe these photos give you sense of the 37mm proportions as worn casually...
a balanced view
Thank you, Descartes. You broke it down precisely in the context I am trying to look at it. I also have my classic DJ as well as a couple of PAMs. The DJ often feels too small, while PAM is mostly for action-packed informal settings. My Daytona seems to b...
The size is not really a problem. I rather see it as an asset. The issue is that...
The movement is a tad smaller, even for a 37 mm case. Hence the centered subdials. And if you have a look at the case back, it would have been better with a solid one. The 5110 is more harmonious. But that doesn't mean that the 5134 lacks charm. I like th...
The movement is not big
but in the actual watch it does not look too bad. For me this watch represents a kind of perfection and the size of the movement does not disturb at all. If I compare this i.e. with World Time, Travel Time's complication works much better in real life lik...
The movement
I think in the abstract, the size of the 5134 movement is not terrible and it's look is nice enough to my eye. BUT-- and this is a BIG BUT-- when compared to the 240 with micro rotor in the very similar case of the 5110 there is just no comparison, especi...