Long long time ago ….I bought a watch from Patek Phillipe salon in Paris. I pre –ordered and flew to Paris to pick it up. Loved it.
Spent a lot of money but was happy.
I cannot remember if it was in the Salon or a few weeks later I learnt that Patek were bringing out a brand new model. Something new and amazing. A chronograph. Lots more money but not out of reach
BUT it was a big waych and it had a black dial. Yes you know exactly which watch the 5070.
I never saw a pic but my mind was turned away from a big watch with a black dial. How could it be interesting or wearable? I mean I only wore vintage pieces. No this was not for me,
I then got an invitation from PP Paris. Was I interested in acquiring one of these pieces? They were also going to be available in Rose, White gold and maybe platinum. I could get one if I wanted.
Stupid stupid me declined the offer. When I saw the watch (or at least a digital image, I thought hmmm maybe). Phoned the Salon – this must have been about a year after they had been released. Could I still get the yellow gold model? Sorry sir nothing available.
And that was it. I watched he prices for the second hand pieces climb and I was not going to pay that much. In principle. Well principles cost and when I finally found one on pristine condition, it did cost.
Never say never to a watch . You might be sorry after you change your mind
But surely this watch has a face that no one can look away from
Every one loves it. Especially me
I present the 5070G