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Patek Philippe

this one is an easy decision

 

5951 - It has my 3 favorite complications:
1. Rattrapante
2. Chronograph
3. Perpetual calendar
In addition, it has the following I especially like:
1. Ultra think movement
2. Sporty look

3939 - It has 2 complication, neither of which I'm interested in, but
both of which cost lots of money.
1. Minute repeater
2. Tourbillon
Not only are these useless complications, but they are two of
the most expensive ones. Spending lots of money for something
you hate can't be very appealing. But, that's not all I hate about
it. The watch is too formal looking. Since I don't need to dress
up in a suit (I pitty all you folks you don't have the freedom to
do whatever they want).

I'm glad though that most of you would rather own a 3939, because
then I'll have a much easier time getting my 5951.

Eric von Schonberg

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5951P vs 3939HP

 
By: little501 : March 20th, 2010-21:10
It appears that both watches needs application and the prices are almost the same. It you can have money to get either one, which one you would like to take? A perpetual split second chrono OR a tourbillon MR? Each carries two important complication...har... 

3939HP first, then 5951P

 
By: LarryFRCGP : March 20th, 2010-21:18
As 3939HP might be d/c first, and 5951P should be around for some time unless it got booed down the rows fro its TV shape and Mr Stern change it to a boring round case.. (I personally love the TV shape), Larry

I honestly don't love the 5951P...

 
By: patrick_y : March 20th, 2010-22:05
Personally, I really appreciate the 5074P, which from my understanding is about the same price as a 3939HP (or in the neighborhood of that price). While I do like the flamboyance of the red-handed 5951P, I do find the dial layout to be extremely unconvent... 

Without any hesitation, the 3939!

 
By: amanico : March 20th, 2010-23:06
I will have to wait till I'm able ( if one day I am ) to see a 5951 in the flesh, but my first a priori is not big love for the 5951. And, to me, it cannot beat the 3939, which is a pure (master)piece of Poetry! Best, Nicolas

5951 for me

 
By: Bruno.M1 : March 21st, 2010-02:06
but in fact I would rather have the 5950. If I would want a tourbillon , repeater I would take the 5016 !

I've always loved the 3939

 
By: Dje : March 21st, 2010-02:25
Hi, I've always loved the 3939! To be honest I would compare it with the 5950: same simplicity of design and dial, purity, top of its class! Choosing a preference would be very hard and as of today I would take a 5950! I would compare the 5951 with a 5074... 

this one is an easy decision

 
By: eric.vonschonberg : March 23rd, 2010-01:18
5951 - It has my 3 favorite complications: 1. Rattrapante 2. Chronograph 3. Perpetual calendar In addition, it has the following I especially like: 1. Ultra think movement 2. Sporty look 3939 - It has 2 complication, neither of which I'm interested in, bu... 

Just can' T waiT ....

 
By: jellybean : March 23rd, 2010-17:29
Everyone here will be waiting for your Patek 5951 for sure .... let us know when you have placed your order. We just cant wait to see this piece up close. YOU must let us know how you will apply those split chrono functions into your daily life ... who ca... 

Please post a photo....

 
By: MiniCooper : March 24th, 2010-00:24
when you get it.... cheers ps. please do not pity me as I do wear a suit.... I have to work for my living but it is not as bad..... I could be out of a job... besides, if I recall well, both President Obama & Bush also wear suits.......