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PP 5139 - a classical perpetual ...

but (I guess) it is not the most popular in the current collection.

Why? Well, let´s have a look.

Is it because of the movement?

Caliber:

Ultra-thin mechanical self-winding movement
Caliber 240 Q
22K gold off-center mini-rotor
Perpetual calendar : day, date, month, leap year by hands
Moon phases and am/pm indication
Diameter: 27.5 mm
Height: 3.88 mm
Jewels: 27
Bridges: 8
Parts: 275
Balance: Gyromax
Vibrations/hour: 21 600 (3 Hz)
Power reserve: 48 h max.
Hallmark: Patek Philippe Seal

No, for sure not. It is one of the most popular, well known and respected movements for quite some time.

The 5139 is the successor of the 5039 and was introduced in 2008, like this:

Ref. 5139G in 38mm with a "silver" dial. To me it is a real classical Patek Philippe as it shows typical details like the "Clous de Paris" bezel.
The size is not too big and not too small. Would love to get one as a heirloom, but probably wouldn´t buy it for myself.

In 2011 Patek Philippe introduced another version in white gold, but this time with a black dial.

To me it is a watch not for everyone, but I could imagine it on a gentleman´s wrist who is "crazy" about details and style.
Maybe an architect, artist ...

(Caine)

(Van der Rohe)

(unknown, to me)

... just someone who is more interested in his own preferences - instead of what otheres are thinking.

Dressed with a smoking/dinner jacket ... on the way to the opera ... late night dinner in a nice restaurant afterwards ...

In general I don´t like "complications" with smoking or at black tie events, but this one could do the job - at least for me.

Recently I had the pleasure to try it once more ...

It is elegant and slim ...

... the profile is something to adore ...

... and the "Clous de Paris" works very well in that case. Maybe slightly "old fashioned" in some cases, but not in this case.
The white metal and black dial does the trick for me.

The movement is simply beautiful - nothing more, nothing less.

In general I prefer matt finished straps, but in this case I would make an exception.

The silver moon looks very special and beautiful on the black dial ...

... and even the black dial looks not only black. It all depends on the light and the reflections. Sometimes it looks like deep lacquer.

It is quite a challenge to shoot, but a pleasure to look at.

It fits and feels perfect on my wrist ...

... and if I would be in the market for a perpetual calendar I would consider it, for sure.

What do you think? Is there a good reason not to like it, from your point of view?

Oliver

The Clous de Paris makes it look a tad too mannered for my taste.

By: amanico : November 3rd, 2012-13:07

But with a smooth bezel, that would be a different game... Wait, you will tell me that there is the 5140 for me.... Maybe, maybe... But there is a 2d flaw, which is a true No Go for me... The fact that Patek used the Cal 240, which we already see in a sim...

"never buy a watch which uses a movement I already have..."

By: small-luxury-world : November 3rd, 2012-13:13

OK I understand, but are you sure you would say "No" if someone offers you a Celestial ? Hard to believe :-) 5139 vs 5140 - prefer the hands of the first one. Thanks! Oliver

Aaah, if someone offers me a Celestial, it is diffferent.But it is highly improbable. :)

By: amanico : November 3rd, 2012-13:15

In this improbable case, I also promise I will take pictures of the watch under its double seal! Which is improbable, as well.... ;) Best, Nicolas

Sadly I have a good reason...

By: foversta : November 3rd, 2012-13:09

The clous de Paris bezel doesn't work IMHO in a complicated watch context. I like with with a 3 hands watch but not here. And believe me, it is a true "no go" for me. Fx ...

"clous de Paris bezel doesn't work ...

By: small-luxury-world : November 3rd, 2012-13:20

... IMHO in a complicated watch context" What is about the 5339? Thanks! Oliver ...

Works better... because it looks like a mere 3 hands watch...

By: foversta : November 3rd, 2012-14:12

So i will rephrase better: clous de Paris bezel doesn't work very well with busy dials... ;) Fx

This is my favorite

By: ZJ : November 4th, 2012-10:55

This watch sings to me more than any watch in Patek's lineup. Looks very simple, hiding a treasure. I love it.

Hobnail bezel stops me from purchase

By: EDJA : November 3rd, 2012-15:26

Oliver, its a great watch indeed, the only thing which stopped me from purchas was hobnail bezel... Maybe i need another decade of years to accept this design and it will grow on me... Not sure for now. Also, i sudpect that hobnail bezel is scratches magn...

Thanks Ed ...

By: small-luxury-world : November 4th, 2012-13:24

for your reply. I am aware that the 3940 is a strong contender, when it comes to PP and perpetuals. Nothing is wrong with that Oliver

Another point

By: EDJA : November 4th, 2012-15:46

Which came to my mind is the personality connection... I can imagine this watch on the wrist of the person from artistic Bohemia or painter. Quite subjective opinion for sure :)

You have to see this watch...

By: patekben : November 4th, 2012-07:17

I know the hobnail pattern is not everyone's favorite. I have a 3919G were the hobnail looks classic. I myself was skeptical about the 5139G-001 as I own a 5140G-001, but after seeing the 5139G-010 in person several times, I decided to purchase this truly...

patekben, thanks for joining ...

By: small-luxury-world : November 4th, 2012-13:11

my view that the 5139G is a very nice and special watch. At least one :-) Oliver

In YG a conquistador's watch!

By: COUNT DE MONET : November 7th, 2012-05:34

And yes: I would consider it if a pp calendar would be in my reach. What I like most about this watch is the different design infleunces: the markers are Bauhaus, the hands are like from the 20ies or so and the very recently introduced Clous de Paris elem...