Baron - Mr Red
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I think Patek
had to work very hard to make teh lemania movement NOT look ridiculously small in that 5070 case. It fits the 5970 case so much better. However, having said that, i think the "flaws" in the 5070 are a very big part of its charm. I think the multi-level bezel also adds a big difference as too does the combination of the blue dial and the brilliance of the platinum. I spent a lot of time finding that watch with my son, so yes it will always be my favourite Patek.
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Why oh Why is my life so complicated????
Guys the sun has been out again today here in the UK so after a hard day at work I have been doing my favorite pastime...... Sitting in the sun on my decking with a bottle of wine, my camera and a box of watches... ... Here are the results.... Life used t...
5970P and 5970R are a great combination..........
I personally prefer the 5970G but if I have to have 2 of these watches, I will definitely choose the P and the R. One "Sporty", one Elegant. *CL
Your life would me much less complicated if your budget...
...for watches was like mine LOL!!! Though I understand you perfectly! What a mesmerizing collection!!! Congratulations Marcelo
I wish my life...
was as complicated as yours. You have a wonderful collection there. Regards, Richard.
Miles.....................
I can promise you, that your life would be a lot less complicated, if your were to give me your beautiful Pateks & Rolex Triple Calendar to look after!!!! LOL
Complicated, Miles?
In an horological way, I presume, because I wouldn't have such a problem with this kind of collection... But maybe you feel it is too hard to live with those watches. In this case, I would happily help you, and keep some for you. You see? Life is so simpl...
Miles, that is a great collection of watches
The chrono bias is mesmerizing. But tell me, have you ever been tempted to the dark side? Something like a seadweller or maybe a very early submariner like the 6204 or of that ilk? Ever a temptation for something totally different? I ask because, like you...
You said humble?
You are tooooo modest, man! That is a one of the most beautiful collection I have seen. Cheers!
A great collection.....
that you have...... Anything but humble.... Enjoy it.... Cheers
oh yeh, its not humble.....
its saying "Who's the Daddy". Astonishing set of chronos. I keep looking at those pictures.... but Miles, just for quirkiness....you need a seadweller in there.
Been there done that got the T shirt ......LOL..
Had most Vintage Rolex yes including SD, PN`s , Early Chronos, Mil subs...etc..... And have come full circle to this.......... Enjoy every last one of them... Love the rare Porcelain 16520... And love my Bling..... Regards Miles...
Thanks
Miles, Thanks for the pictures. Indeed you have a complicated life. You have a great taste too.
Good...... I love my Rolex and my moonphase has a special place in my collection...But...
Every time I open my box 9 times out of 10 a Patek goes on my wrist...... M.
What about the T shirt saying...
..."I can swim with a pump PN" ;-) Do you still have the picture ? Cheers Jeff
I have a lot of time for them.....None hyped, vintage Rolex which pleases my eyes....
Great watches.....Why do you have one or thinking about buying one??? M.
Yes , want to buy , but what is your opinion?
I am also interested in 5960P in blue dial !! What are your thoughts???
With the Rolex 1655.....Get a great example with all the bits.....
As having all the papers etc and the watch being in good shape is now more important than ever with Rolex. I love the 1655 and think it has a great 70`s retro style all of its own......As far as the 5960p goes I like the original dial much more mainly bec...
If you would ask me ...
how my dreamcollection would look like ... this comes pretty close
Thanks Bruno very kind words.......... It has taken me 20 years to get here.....
with some amount of sweat and tears.. Thanks again my friend... M.
Miles.....
as Douglas Jardine said during the Test match against the Aussie...."Nothing of value comes by luck". Great collection. And so nice to hear how much pleasure it is giving you.
Thanks Baron,,,, Yes I do now get a great deal out of my collection.....AND
spend many a happy hour with a polishing cloth and a beer........... And yes I guess some sacrifices have been made along the way but my family have always come before my passion for Watches...Well maybe like all of us I spend too much time on my hobby.. ...
those are nice thoughts...
I have one son, a 5970P and a 5070P..... but oddly its the latter one that holds the emotion for me, so most likely to be given to him. The good thing is, he is starting to like collecting watches....so maybe no need to sell anything EVER! If you had to k...
Real difficult question....and I can honestly say " I dont Know"....
and feel that what ever my decision was it would change when I woke up the next morning...... Great news about your sons interest in watches.....With a bit of luck he will carry on from where you stop....And either the 5970p or 5070p will give him a massi...
PNs
do for me what 5970s seem to do for you. I get a huge buzz when i wear a PN. I have a 6239 and a 6262...both exotic black dial.
oddly....
because i hear so many people champion the 5970P above all else. For me the 5070P is my PP grail because it holds "something special" for me. So i mean "oddly" in teh sense that i suspect a lot of people might not understand that choice.
I think Patek
had to work very hard to make teh lemania movement NOT look ridiculously small in that 5070 case. It fits the 5970 case so much better. However, having said that, i think the "flaws" in the 5070 are a very big part of its charm. I think the multi-level be...
You are right.....
Although the movement is quite small (for the case) it works perfectly..... I consider the 5070 as the ugly duckling..... Its "flaws" (as you pointed out and as Nicolas has also pointed in his recent review) are part of its charm..... Both its multi-level...
Well
Hi, 5070 and 5970 are ended but not the 5004 and 5971. PP still has (and probably will have for a while) Lemania based calibres. When they will have the capacity to serially produce enough of CH29 calibres to make the perpetual and split seconds versions,...
Thank you Dje....
I was under the impression that they had a few lemania movements left...... Still though, 5004 & 5971 are limited production watches..... besides it is always interesting to see in-house movements... although PP modified/refinished the lemania movements.....
It took me 20 years too
but I'm at only 1/10th of you collection .... 20 years indeed .... time flies.... thankfully we have some nice watches to measure that time ;-)
We choose to be...
Would life be fun if it was so simple? Life is certainly fun when life is simple, however, a certain level of complication makes life fun. And having grand complications makes life grand! Enjoy!
Careful Miles...
You know UK weather... Thanks for sharing your lovely pieces with us. Which one is your most favorite? Cheers, -- Richard....
Thanks Richard...... They need to be shower proof that`s for sure LOl... But...
a favorite is difficult...... I would hate to have to pick one but I guess if I did??????? My Rolex moonphase 6062 from original owner with all paper work......... I guess this is simply because I could replace all the others by making one phone call and ...
Thanks Miles!
You need to hunt a 1518 J and you will forget all about the Rolex ;-) Best, -- Richard....
Richard, Now you`re taking :) :) Out of my reach forever.....Only in my dreams....
For a while now that has been my ultimate "grail"...... I fear it will beat me .... M.
Well...Even Mr. Stern says they have become too expensive for us to purchase.
I always try to think, "where there's a will, there's a way!". Granted that may take a long time to fulfill. -- Richard.
It's nice to be complicated...
however, I am a Master at Uncomplicating your life. Step one: Place any timepiece of your choosing in a FedEx Box. Step two: Affix MY mailing label (label sent upon request. A call to FedEx for pick up, Insurance, etc., handled by me) Step three: Relax on...
I hate you. :)
Thanks for sharing your suffering. I can feel it. Superb collection. Vte