When you own one

Jan 20, 2021,01:02 AM
 

you realize it is indeed one of the best Pateks of all times. It has a complexity, beauty and presence that can easily deal with watches worth 5-10 times as much as the 2526. Ideally go for 1st series as the dials are most complex.

While it is nice on pictures the real life presence is far more impressive still.

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Had brunch with an old friend who happens to be a fellow horologist.

 
 By: Explorertwo : January 19th, 2021-03:31
He just received this back from PP Geneva ... apparently it took a good part of year to service it. A beautiful example of a 2526 ... aside from the fact it is a great vintage piece with an enamel dial is its perceived size. It measures 36mm but has a lar...  

A pure classic

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : January 19th, 2021-03:59

So beautiful!

 
 By: Mary Anny : January 19th, 2021-04:15
Thanks for sharing

A wonder, indeed.

 
 By: amanico : January 19th, 2021-05:15

Dream watch.

 
 By: U3O8 : January 19th, 2021-05:35

Pure Patek DNA !

 
 By: GLau : January 19th, 2021-05:50
Thanks for sharing !

The Queen of all Calatravas imho

 
 By: Mike H : January 19th, 2021-11:37
Indeed a superb piece! I have always loved this reference. Hereafter a review about mine about 8 years ago... Patek Philippe - 2526 timeless design () The one of your friend is much nicer than the one I had. Thanks for sharing this beauty Mike

When you own one

 
 By: lascases : January 20th, 2021-01:02
you realize it is indeed one of the best Pateks of all times. It has a complexity, beauty and presence that can easily deal with watches worth 5-10 times as much as the 2526. Ideally go for 1st series as the dials are most complex. While it is nice on pic... 

Such a nice classic 👌

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : January 20th, 2021-10:51