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Life with a Hobnail bezel?
Hi -
I'm considering the purchase of a Patek watch with a hobnail bezel. A good friend is warning me against the purchase due to if the watch is scratched or dinged on the face of the bezel - the watch is done.
Is this really the case?
Anyone with experience wearing a PP with hobnail bezel care to share your horror stories? Are there any?
It has taken me a number of years, but I have come to really appreciate the refined elegance of this design element. The new 5139 with black dial is stunning in pictures - anyone see one in real yet?
Your experience is greatly apprecaited.
Best,
asg
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