Patek Philippe

I seek the pros on this forum to tell me more of this piece. Primarily, how rare is this reference? Please share with me any history of this model, its launch, discontinuation, production numbers, etc. anything about this ref. Thank you in advance and I l... 

But for sure it is a gorgeous watch ! Go for it ! Sam

Quite rare to the other metals of the same reference. Here's my 5196r Go for it Sam , you won't regret it. Best Geross ...  

its gorgeous as well...

I saw it once in the metal and quite heard about owners feedback here and there. To sum-up, people are amazed by the dial look and by its refinement. The case is also very sober and elegant, very understated, but not boring. I like that. Note that the wat... 

thanks for pointing me to the right direction. Pretty much explains and sums everything up...now, just have to make the final decision...man life is indeed tough!

Yes, you'll need a little time to decide, that's not a problem but part of the pleasure in a way. Cheers, Mark

I am a big fan of all iterations of the 5196 as they are all gorgeous. They wear quite a lot larger than what the case size implies. I would recommend it any metal any day. The P is quite special I must admit, so stealth and elegant. And so much Patek DNA...  

The dial is top, the case is very much my taste, as well as the solid case back. The issue? The movement, not at the level of the watch, IMO, but at least, the rest of the watch was so cool that I adored it. Here's a picture of my ex " P ". Now you should...  

smitten by its gorgeous looks and weight!

and I reckon I will be trying it again... By then, I should be able to decide...

Best, Kari ...  

I'm not a pro, or a collector. Just an enthusiast. the 5196 P is pretty much my only "upmarket" watch. (I have some old & some newer 3 hand, hand wound watches). Spent a long time trying to figure it which one to get. And then took a long time waiting for...