Mike H
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This reference is slowly growing in me but...
I have to admit I am still wondering which version would be the right choice :
- P : I usually love Platinum cases and for 5960 P I specially like the blue and black dial versions but... it is quite heavy and because of the height of the case, I am not sure if it is so comfortable to wear ; I am afraid it is twisting around the wrist ; I actually had the same problem with the fantastic ALS Datograph and finally decided to let it go in spite of my love for it for it was not comfortable on my wrist. Finally the premium for getting the blue or black dial version vs the grey one is quite stiff... Love ok, but love at any price sorry I cannot afford...
- A : could be a good option for the light weight, the younger look, and the light price + now a second iteration with the black dial for the ones who do not like the white dial one. In other words it ticks almost all the boxes but... this bracelet is a "no go" for me, and I am not convinced that putting a strap on this A version is the right solution as the case is purposely not designed for fitting a strap on it.
- R : I have to see it in the metal for making a final opinion and it would be a way for checking again the weight issue on the wrist... Obviously I don't want to comment too much on a version I still have to see (very soon) but my perception a priori is as follows : I believe I would be confused when and how to wear this R version : is it a formal watch for the office ? I don't think so ; is it a dressy watch for wearing with a tuxedo ? neither ; and unformal with a pair of jeans ? also not... So my perception is that it is a wonderful looking watch but would probably get very limited wrist time...
- G : the last iteration of the family... I saw it at Baselworld and was impressed by its beauty ; probably a quite versatile option : a very nice blue dial same nice blue color as the decried Pilot's dial, and the killing detail of the nice pushers (reminder of ref 1463). I have to recheck but I believe the perception of weight is quite ok, sensibly less than with the P version. In other words this one could be the winner but... paying the same price for a new G as for a 2nd hand P in very good condition is frustrating...
OMG! it's really hard to decide...
To cut the long story short I believe each version has pros and cons, but I need some more time to think it over...
My 2 cents... 
Mike
PP 5960R grey dial
As you may know I am in love with PP 5960P versions. Today, I visited 2 good friends Dimitri and Antoine at MMC a famous resaler in Paris, which always propose many PP models. I thank them for their warm welcome and all our discussions regarding PP collec...
I have never been tempted by the 5960 reference because.....
.....I don't really go for annual calendar complication. Having said that, if i were to go for one, it would be between the 5960P with anthracite dial and the one on your wrist. I think these two stand very high on the list of 5960 variants.
agreed
as the weight is not a major problem with the 5960P positionned on my wrist, I have the Pt with grey dial. One day, one of these in your collection ;-)) This PP calibre and complications offer is Unique and will be Iconic IMHO. Cheers, Patrickh
I don't think it will happen
I don\'t have a single annual calendar across any of my manufacturers. If i did, it would be the one you have which I think is by a margin the best 5960 made. Just my taste talking there, but it is very attractive.
For me a perpetual calendar
should be interesting if I would have a very limited collection (less than 4) as this one could get a long wrist time period. I fully understand the choice made by Mr Philippe STERN with his rare 3940 ;-)) With a large PC collection, it is playing in anot...
I have just one PC
And it is actually my favourite watch. It gets a lot of wrist time. I also think if I was to go down the path of combining chrono with calendar, i would look for just one PC chrono. So I sort of agree on the concept. I can\'t see myself owning multiple PC...
My ultimate dream PC
is this one. PC with INSTANTANEOUS changes=just Perfect. Without mentionning other complications ;-)) I fall in love when I put it on my wrist. Will stay just a dream, but what a dream. Cheers, Patrickh ...
I think the 5960 is fantastic
I tried this model as well and the RG hue is stunning, light and not too colourful. The combination of the RG with this grey dial gives a very nice casual and more casual look that I like very much. We don't see the rose gold versions of the 5960 often, t...
Love this rose gold iteration!
They really hit it off well with the initial releases of 5960P and R. I could easily see myself add a rose one day! I am quite curious to see whether we will see a yellow gold version one day since they have somewhat told us the reference will be kept ali...
Agree
Personally I would opt for a lighter colored strap to match the dial for a more casual look. Looks great either way just a matter of personal preferences!
Not a huge fan of the watch in general...
...but that is an amazing color combo. Would love to see it on other references.
This reference is slowly growing in me but...
I have to admit I am still wondering which version would be the right choice : - P : I usually love Platinum cases and for 5960 P I specially like the blue and black dial versions but... it is quite heavy and because of the height of the case, I am not su...
See it and please share your additional comments if any, Mike
Very complete answers. Really appreciated. Best my friend, Patrickh
Yes I could now see both the R and P (blue dial) versions and...
I can globally confirm my previous comments : the P is probably the most attractive and versatile IMO but unfortunately my fear was correct : it is definitely too heavy for my wrist as the watch has a tendency to twist around the wrist due to its weight (...
Mike, I REALLY appreciate to read such detailed post with personal imput. Hope to read more often on our favorite WIS site.
Take your time to think about these ICONIC models. A must have, IMHO in any collection. Best, Patrickh
