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Patek Philippe

Personally,

 

I think this is one of the best Pateks currently available bar the grand complications and the 5131R (world time enamelled dial - yes I know, you all knew this! smile). The basket weave has been spoken about a lot, the case design and the lugs are a work of art and the width at 38.5mm would arguably be suitable for more wrists (throughout the world) compared to the 5130. Yes the 5130 has nice hands but that basket weave is quite something. The ratio of the width and the thickness of the watch is also perfect and well balanced compared to say the 5930G which is on the thick side to accommodate the chronograph complication.  Also the same 240Q movement has been used in the 5110, 5130 and 5230 so while the movement is of the same size, the watches differ by 2.5mm (5110 v 5130). I always believe that the movement looks more attractive when it fills up the case. The 215 movement is guilty of not doing so.

The 5110R is my favourite regular production world timer but the 5230G runs it close with its basket weave and case shape and lugs. It screams discreet elegance! smile And by the way, it looks lovely and the perfect fit on your wrist!

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