As a fan of world timers, I paid a lot of attention to the modern Patek ones. From the 5110 in 2000, to the latest reference, the 5230. I own the 5110P, used to own for several years the 5130G, and, from time to time, I can see the 5230, in both G and R v...
The 5230 in general is probably not as popular yet, but I feel we are getting there. I'm also looking forward to the P -- both for the 5230 and (by the time I'm old) 5231
For me the 5130 is more under radar elegant and 5230 more in your face elegant. 5130 more laid back soft touch and 5230 more sharp dressed. It really comes down to need. I personally favor the 5130 as a lifestyle companion but if I was looking for somethi...
I own the G, and I hope to add the 5231J. Just declaring my bias right away there. To be honest, I never noticed the longer lugs of the 5130, but that is a big plus for the 5230, in my opinion. All of this comes down to preference as both are very well ma...
When the 5130 was released even though the size looked more modern, personally I did not like the hours hand, it was always preventing me from liking this watch (and still) I believe that the dial as well as the hours hand on the “new” 5230 are nicer. As ...
i prefer the 5230 over the 5130 because of the guilloche finishing & the case (size & shape). but if the 5110 was put into the comparison=5110 > 5230 > 5130 the guilloche, case size, shape & proportion are just perfect IMHO cheers