Patek Philippe

Two and a half months ago, when I was doing the usual winding of this watch, I feel and hear a “toink” snap sound and told myself “crap”… Well, this is a way of life, wear and tear, so watch went for a spring replacement and back from SPA. The love of thi...  

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I can only do photoshop for mine if needed 😅

Have the same watch. Did they say what happened and what was required to be fixed? Did you have the watch cleaned/polished at the same time?

My watch is from 2018 and I keep them pristine.

Your 1st picture is stunning BTW

Thank you kindly.

“classy and classic” , both terms are befitting for your 5196P ! Enjoy rekindling the burning 🔥 love ! 😉

What else can be better other than having Breguet numerals on a Patek? This watch has a classic Calatrava case and movement with the added bonus of Breguet numerals. Wear it in good health!! Btw, how much did it cost for the maintenance and repair?

I wonder why called “Breguet” numerals, did the Brand Breguet imitated this design? It’s natural anyone/anything bigger and more famous will get the attention or associated with something good.

There is an excellent article regarding Breguet numerals and Patek here: italianwatchspotter.com

Always loved Patek complications but choose this time only stunner to celebrate 50 years on this planet. For me it such a special watch and as my life becomes more simple my taste is following. Enjoy your fresh 5196p. Mine says hi. Wear and stare in good ...  

If I had to criticise anything is. A slightly larger winding crown would have been perfect. Even my relatively slim fingers struggle sometimes. Small problem to have though. M.

There are always room for improvements and if the crown is bigger, then some people might say it’s not classic enough? My only small complaint is the flatness of the watch with not much lugs curving down makes it not hugging my wrist but it’s my wrist iss... 

Perfection is so seldom found. Apart from the 5970 😜. M.