Earlier today, fellow purist and master photgrapher, Foversta posted two lovely photos of the 5959P, a discontinued ultra thin split second chornograph which for me is my favourite chronograph ever and one of my dream Pateks. It got me thinking what other...
I think if one had to choose, it would almost come down to one's wrist size. Someone with a smaller wrist might prefer either the 3939 or the 5539 while someone with a the larger wrist would definitely go for the 5539.
If you allow me, I will start with comments on your choices and then I will say my three favourite Pateks. I kindly ask you to consider that, these are my very personel opinions according to my taste and contains no objection to your comments. Different t...
I cannot disagree with your choices and one out of three is not bad at all considering that there are so many excellent offerings from Patek. Yes due to my small wrist, anything between 31mm to 39mm will suit my wrist depending on the lugs although 34mm t...
In my opinion, if there is a tourbillon cage, it is better to see it on the dial. But here, comes the problem. Very small amount of watches are successfull on it. Cutting the dial without interrupting the complexity and harmony of it is really hard job. S...
but I think Patek keep it hidden with the logic that the light breaks down the lubricating oils of the parts causing excessive wear. This would result in a more frequent service required. I also agree that quite a number of tourbillons are not cut very we...
Definitely after all the Covid things are gone. Would be so nice to get to know all you watch enthusiasts. I donโt know too much about watches, not even close to my father, or any of you. But I might know a bit more as a lady.
will make your museum one of Thailand's most popular attractions. I can understand the complications with logistics unless of course your father has asked you to keep the collection private in which case, it is totally understandable. Just keep spoiling u...
I think the 5959 is a great unisex watch especially for men with small wrists. Only 15 years ago, the standard 3919 Calatrava was 33mm in diameter. Here is a 31mm 3878J on my deformed wrist ...
I was surprisingly shocked to have received many comments on my 5959. I saw this lovely piece in Geneva and told my dad heโd have to definitely get it! One of 2 pieces I told my dad he had to get! Itโs so classic looking with amazing movements although a ...
The 5959 is quite an amazing watch like no other. Montblanc just produced a much revered split second chronograph in 44mm which is also quite thick but Patek has managed to do it in a tiny package which in itself is a complication and a technical feat! Of...
I was afraid that few would appreciate my selection and would be more partial to the 2499 or the 5070. I prefer simpler watches or at least simple to look at
I have noticed anytime a top 3 or top 5 is mentioned, a healthy discussion will develop because in most of our minds, we have our favourites and grails.
...the 7200R-001 is not a complicated watch, but I consider it an amazingly beautiful watch for women...what I would buy for my wife if she'd let me : ) As a bonus it has the 240 movement along with the Breguet numerals and lovely hands... Credit: Watchon...
...I don't like the rose gold and strap color in the photo I posted for a man's watch...but yours is beautiful. I would wear that in a heartbeat...size not an issue on that classic : )
Mine was actually released as a ladies watch in a limited edition of 80 pieces but when I saw it, I just had to have it because that comes close to my perfect Patek. In fact, it remains the watch I have owned for the longest period which is a testament to...
...there are many men (me included with my 7.25" wrist) who would gladly wear this watch. It is a pure dress watch, and I would wear anything in that category down to 34mm or so. My only quibble was with the original strap that I saw...you have remedied t...
but I requested for a brown strap which I thought would bring out the best in the watch. I agree that the standard 7200R is a tad more feminine but with the right colour strap, it could pass for a men's watch and you could share it with your wife!
My son only received a Tissot from me as fortunately he is not into watches Lots of nice Pateks at reasonable prices in the used market too so one is spoiled for choice at every budget!
I too was shocked at its 'reasonable' price and I think it has to do with its 33.2mm case size. I am actually keen on this piece but am thinking how many of my watches I will need to sell to get close to the asking price!
I have a 5940G perpetual calendar which has the same case shape as the 5950. Lovely case but I believe a round case is always preferred, even if small.
It was your post on the 5959 that inspired me. In fact, I am even trying to do a deal on one that is currently for sale but I think the timing is against me!
Absolutely love the classic look of it, and the 33mm size sounds perfect! It's unfortunate that complicated pieces with clean dials and smaller sizes are such a rarity these days...
This watch was only discontinued two years ago and I wish Patek kept it in its collection. Apparently no more than ten pieces were produced annually in platinum (2005 to 2015) and in rose gold (2016-2017) so quite a rare beast!