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I would choose DS over the 5960P........
I have a 5960P and have also "toyed" with the DS many many times. IMHO, another deciding factor will be whether you will wear the DS. It is not an easy watch to be worn but if you can wear it comfortably on your wrist, I would say go for the DS. The DS will give you much much more joy over the long run. Look at the manuel wind movement and play around the split second function (though you may not need it), you will find the DS is more unique and probably much more difficult to build. This is speaking from a purist perspective of course and I hope I will also own this piece some day as well (need to save up big time) 
....... On the other hand, the 5960P has its own special merits as a collectable item, in particular, if you are a pate fan.
James
5960P ot Lange Doublesplit P
Need the members help in making a decision. I have the opportunity of trading my 5960P for a Doublesplit Platinum. I have weighed the pros/cons and come up with the same problem. I like the robust aspect of the Lange since I have a larger wrist. I like th...
Lange?
Recently, I was looking to buy a datagraph and chatted with a few Lange owners. I am not sure why this is the case, XXX Getting away from price, my inclination would be the 5960. I think it is a classic Patek with nice history given it was, i believe, the...
Difficult...
XXX However, the 5960 is just a chronograph with annual cal (yes, the first PP automatic chrono mechanism), but is just that. Double Split on the other hand, is just something really unique, a true milestone in horology. Besides, who needs actually a cale...
no hesitation.... DS!
... especially if u have a big wrist. That watch has a very strong presence on the wrist. The patek is not a perpetual calendar. Its a nice watch though but very far from the Lange. I find the dial of the Lange stunning, even if ur right, there is a date ...
I really like Lange watches, but wouldn’t do this trade…
…because I love the 5960P and its calendar. Marcelo
Keep the Patek
Maybe many will say that 5960 is not the best Patek chrono you can get in the rich Patek chrono family, but it is definitely a combination of true innovation, aesthetics and wear comfort. In addition, I trust Patek much more than a brand owned by a big li...
In ten years time......
In ten years time you and people who see the Patek on your wrist will acknowledge the quality, good taste and classic style of your watch. Lange do make superb watches but there is only one Patek Phillipe. We all suffer from "the grass is greener" effect ...
When you were at your AD paying for this 5960P ....
.... back then, did this Lange Split cross your mind ?? Were you aware of this Lange split exsistance ?? XXX ?? These are details we dont know of ... ?! XXX . Will that be enough clues to help you decide ... ?? As per forum rules, we don't discuss about v...
Double Split!
I know this is the Patek forum; but I personally find the double split to be a major horological achievement.
got it wrong in my previous post...
... i got it the other way around. Anyway, i still believe u should trade ur patek for the Lange, XXX Karim As per forum rules, we don't discuss about value, thank you! This message has been edited by Dje on 2009-07-19 09:25:04
There's no comparison
Best chronos and split-seconds chrono should be manual wound calibers, period. 5960P is automatic chrono, despite its novel originality from Patek, that never appeals to me. So between 5960P and Lange DS, definitely Lange DS. You should be comparing Lange...
My choice between those two............
Would be for the 5960P The reason being that although the DS is a fantastic piece of craftmanship. I know that I would hardly ever use the DS complication. Where as I would always use the Annual Calendar and occasionally the chronograph function. Some mem...
Money & resale value aside, the question is which one do you like more?
For me, XXX , I would choose the Lange. That movement is a piece of art! The finishing is amazing. As per forum rules, we don't discuss about value, thank you! This message has been edited by Dje on 2009-07-19 09:25:51
Indeed both are beautiful but...
it REALLY boils down to what you expect either of these watches to do for you OR give you. If you are only being tempted just because of the possibility of getting something, walk away as you will regret it. You forked out a sum with all the accompanying ...
Go with your heart.....
besides it is very difficult to make money on a watch- so buy/keep/trade the one that YOU like the most and will enjoy wearing. At the end of the day- that would be the best buy Cheers
Practicality vs Enjoyment......
Hi there, First of all,i dont know you at all.Therefore,your knowledge,passion and approach are blind to me.In my opinion,if you are a practical person talking about value and cents and would wanted something for reading date and time,like wise retain you...
I would easily choose the DS between this 2 models......
Even though I prefer smaller watch, DS will provide alot more enjoyment to me. And personally, I see it possibly being a rare beast in future. *CL
I would choose DS over the 5960P........
I have a 5960P and have also "toyed" with the DS many many times. IMHO, another deciding factor will be whether you will wear the DS. It is not an easy watch to be worn but if you can wear it comfortably on your wrist, I would say go for the DS. The DS wi...
Both nice watches, but there is really no comparison
This is not apples to apples. I love Patek, but the Lange DS is a much more desirable watch. Is it as wearable? Maybe not for some. But examine one of each in your hands and play with the chrono functions, and if you are after horological appreciation you...
We don't speak about value, here, Gene
But the choice you have is, to me, between aesthetics and horology. Aesthetically speaking, I would go on the 5960P, for its beautiful dial, then also because the size is more modest more easily wearable. Horologically speaking, there is no doubt, the Dou...
Thanks to all for the great responses
The monkey is off my back and I can continue to admire my Patek many years from now.
I would keep the 5960p........
but if it was the Datograph Perpetual then I would go with the Lange. Tony
When in doubt go with PATEK!
Don't hesitate to post an ad in the Collector's market! Thank you for your understanding. Dje This message has been edited by Dje on 2009-07-19 09:29:58
5960 all day log
1) I LOVE that Lange 2) I would never trade the functions of 5960 for 30 minute chrono (albeit split)