That's an exceptional move Conkers

Aug 20, 2016,15:54 PM
 

I am a big fan of PCC from Patek Philippe, especially for what they've been bringing since the 1518 in 1941 and what they represent in watchmaking history.

I must say as Mike mentioned that I'm very closely looking to one and was very near from making my decision 2 or 3 months ago.

It has been 2 years that I've been very closely thinking about 3970, 5970 or 5270 3rd gen.

Different elements to take into account for me: movements, dial decoration, hands, pushers, light reflection of the silver dials, rose gold or white gold (Pt is too heavy for me).

I fianlly came to the conclusion that they all bring something different and are all worth getting and wearing. The thing is: in which circumstances, what color do I like, do I want more or less discretion, what about the Tachy scales, the hands I want but, in the end, what makes the best combination for me as a daily wearer.

I don't think I have fixed my decision though the 5270G 3rd gen has taken the lead (the R was just behind).

I've seen the 5271P's dial and case work and it is fabulous.

Your pictures bring me a lot of pleasure and I'm very glad for you.

Thank you for sharing with us smile

Cheers, Mark


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Patek PCC Feast!!

 
 By: Conkers : August 19th, 2016-23:50
I had a few incomings recently and thought I would share for your viewing pleasure. I owned a 5970P previously and sold it in a moment of madness, but was pleased to be able to get hold of another! The 5270 vs 5970 debate will rage on for years - for me b...  

excellent Roger !

 
 By: Bruno.M1 : August 19th, 2016-23:59
an unbelievable set of grande complications But you miss some more simple chronograph's Throw in some 5070 / 5170 .. and we can have a similar discussion as the 5970 / 5270 ps, I have absolutely no idea how it must feel when the fedex truck arrives and de... 

3970 and 5970 are top top top. Thanks for sharing these beauties.

 
 By: amanico : August 20th, 2016-00:14
I have a soft spot for the 5970P, I must say. The black dial, the case, these lugs.... A really superb perpetual calendar chrono. One of the finest, for me. Bravo. Nicolas

What a stress! It's a tough life!

 
 By: Mike H : August 20th, 2016-00:17
Lucky you to be able to choose between these 2 icons. As for me I vote for the 5970 but I admit that there is a fierce debate and I'll be glad to see the feedback of our friends here... Mark will surely bring an interesting light on this discussion... BTW... 

Thank you everyone!

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-00:25
I was in a fortunate position to be able to pounce very quickly for the 5270G/R and 5271P when Brexit hit and GBP fell by 15%. The 5970P of course was a different story as it was a used piece, but it just happened to fall into my lap at the same time. Bru... 

of course I remember your 5070P

 
 By: Bruno.M1 : August 20th, 2016-00:38
never understood why you sold it but I've sold watches too in the past .. that I now regret selling Maybe you want to give it another try ? Or try with a 5070G which is much easier to find and is a wonderfull one too. If your mind changed over the years i... 

Food for thought........

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-00:57
.......for sure Bruno, but in the meantime I will enjoy my current pieces!

What a collection!

 
 By: dr.kol : August 20th, 2016-00:22
I agree with Bruno. Just add a simple c chronograph or two or three... What about 5070P added with either the future 5170P or the same with split second complication 5370P. Your collection is quite something and with simple chronographs it would be out fr... 

Thank you Kari.

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-00:28
If they release a 5204 with 5370/5270 style pushers (i.e. not the piston pushers), I will be all over it!

I played in Patek's factory

 
 By: dr.kol : August 20th, 2016-00:34
on Wednesday with 5204P & 5370P. The latter is, in my opinion, superior. The ration between the case and thickness is perfect, the case design is really something and the enamel dial is out from this world... Best, Kari

Sadly......

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-00:41
.......I have only seen the 5370 double sealed thus far, but it does indeed merit further scrutiny.

Thanks Gordon!

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-07:25
Let's catch up soon?

Amazing

 
 By: coz : August 20th, 2016-06:11
Amazing collection. Congrats and enjoy!

Thank you.....

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-07:25
.......Coz much appreciated

Oh wow! Your collection of PPs....

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : August 20th, 2016-07:26
is amazing!! Thanks a lot for the pics and sharing Cheers Robin

Fine collection of Patek grand complications.

 
 By: geross : August 20th, 2016-14:15
Real joy to own. A pleasure to wear. Thank you for sharing your joy , you have my admiration. Cheers. Geross.

That's an exceptional move Conkers

 
 By: Mark in Paris : August 20th, 2016-15:54
I am a big fan of PCC from Patek Philippe, especially for what they've been bringing since the 1518 in 1941 and what they represent in watchmaking history. I must say as Mike mentioned that I'm very closely looking to one and was very near from making my ... 

Appreciate it Russ!

 
 By: Conkers : August 22nd, 2016-18:03
Thanks for your note.

Without a doubt a fine collection.

 
 By: masterspiece : August 20th, 2016-18:57
Glad to hear that you wear them. Aloha, Bob

Thank you everybody!

 
 By: Conkers : August 20th, 2016-19:51
Yes until yesterday 3 of them were sealed, but it is heartbreaking to have these just sat in a safe! Mark - good luck with your ongoing search. I really don't think you can go wrong with any 5270 or 5970 (other than the 2nd series 5270 which are awful IMH... 

Thank you Roger

 
 By: Mark in Paris : August 21st, 2016-04:32
I think you're right mentionning they all bring something new and different. That's why it is so long to choose! And that we should have one of each Cheers, Mark

Absolutely Mark, but......

 
 By: Conkers : August 21st, 2016-05:07
.......mustn't take this thinking too far or we start to dream of 2499 and 1518 and then things get rapidly out of hand!