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"design matters more"
Moritz, for me as well and therefore I would choose the 5950 instead of the 5959.
As a collector with very deep pockets I would go for both, but as a connoisseur I would only go for one - the one
that speaks to my heart and fits perfect on my wrist.
"Hirschgeweih" - I know what you mean, but I guess you haven´t seen it in metal. It is far from looking like this.
When the watch is on the wrist you almost don´t see it, but it adds some nice spice to an "empty" space.
(Sorry for the quick & dirty Photoshop example)
Looking closer you will (probably) appreciate the skills needed to do it as subtle/perfect like this 
When you look at the Ref. 3670 you will find another design solution on the dial. My first choice is the
"Hirschgeweih", by far.
Oliver
Ref. 5950 - a personal view
Ref. 5950; Basel 2010 Back in 2010 Patek Philippe introduced a modest watch on the first few - with just some extravagances, e.g. a case in steel, delicate black lacquered engravings in all four corners. Its movement was not new and already presented with...
The Patek with the most understatement: too understated for me to reach even :-)
But still: the 5959 would be my choice as the 5959 looks like a cute, little watch to me where this 5950 looks a bit too "simple", imho. Also the engravings ... "Hirschgeweih-artig" ... if you know what I mean :-). This one will have the appeal of size an...
I handled this 5959 two days ago
in Geneva. What a fantastic movement but the watch is for the wrist size of my wife - not mine. I would take 5950 at any moment even 5959 has email dial and platinum case. There is something very special about a high complication in a steel case! And we a...
I was also wondering
why Patek did not introduce a limited 5170 in celebration of their first inhouse chrono movement. And as you did suggest: in steel. Good point, Kari. Regarding the 5959: it is big as an collectors item :-). Best Moritz
I'm not interested at all about collector's items!
The only right place for a watch is the wrist. I still hope to see 5170A one day. Next year means some special 175 years anniversary watches and a steel chronograph would be fantastic. Not one of these split second ones so few can afford but a more sensib...
Being a collector is not a shame, Kari :-)
What I mean by using the term collector is connoisseur: for all others it is simply irrational, not understandable. Best Moritz
A matter of definition.
Always when somebody says "collector", I am thinking about a person who is hunting for rarities and is trying to built up a collection to admire. My acquisitions are based on my taste and I'm trying to get a bunch of watches I love to wear. When I am gett...
"design matters more"
Moritz, for me as well and therefore I would choose the 5950 instead of the 5959. As a collector with very deep pockets I would go for both, but as a connoisseur I would only go for one - the one that speaks to my heart and fits perfect on my wrist. "Hirs...
Convinced
Many thanks for the photo shop pictures and yes:with the decorative elements it looks better, much better. Best Moritz
That's a big favorite of mine!
if the ultimate grail would be the 5208P, the 5950A along with the 3670A comes right after... Strangely, i would wear on a daily basis the 2 chrono's, but not the 5208P. Thanks for the great post Oliver
Fricks, thanks for your comments.
"Grail" - quite interesting that you like all three watches that much. The 5208 is almost a no go for me, because it is somehow too bold for my taste. But to be honest, I never saw it in the metal ... :-) Oliver
I've come to the conclusion..
that the only Pateks that I like at this point in time for me are..... the unattainable ones. This may just qualify as one of them. Thanks for your review Oliver. Fernando ...
Agree Fernando
The 'unattainable' Pateks IMO, are the only ones really doing what Patek was once known for. I said in a recent post that I admire the 5107 and 5127 a lot, and that they are true Pateks. But back in the the golden era... it seemed that Patek offered the s...
Fernando, I get your point ...
but it is hard to imagine someone produces about 40k watches per year on that level. If PP would produce less watches in general it would be unattainable to get any of them ... :-) But I would love to see a simple three hands watch with that level of atte...
Oh, Oliver, now you have given me dreams.....
for a long time but what a beautiful dream. This watch is just sublime and definitely not too small for me, just perfect. Thank you Oliver. Cheers, Francois
Francois, its all about dreams ...
when we talk about the good life and what keeps us going further. Therefore I did a good job :-) Thanks! Oliver
Point of order for pedantic PuristS
Oliver, Thanks for the report. I like monopusher chronographs but more importantly, the current Mrs MTF will only wear chronographs that don't look like chronographs. At this price point, the vote must be unanimous to maintain family harmony. Point of ord...
Well, I've seen two or three 5950 on the second hand market
Hi Melvyn, Please ask Mrs MTF let me this PP, and I'll let her the Piaget! :-) Best Dje
Melvyn, there is one from ...
Habring which could solve your "problem" as well :-) Oliver
Thank you, Oliver
What a great write up. I completely share your taste and sentiments regarding this watch. Best Christian
I can afford those kind of dreams ...
without fairy tales. Dreams are for free, aren´t they? :-) Oliver
Thank you.
I was offered this watch by my AD a couple of years ago... but I simply could not afford to take it on. While I cannot regret my financial situation couldn't bear the burden (that is life), but this is truly a watch for my dreams. At least in my dreams it...
I was with you...
when you fell in love. Your posting shows that it was more than a one-night-stand ;-) Besides the obvious (movement greatness) I think what really stand out is the dial. You mentioned already the sculptures of numerals Patek applied. But I more and more c...
"one-night-stand"
It was a pleasure to share that kind of quality time with you. Magnus, thanks for your kind words! Oliver
Beautiful review dear Oliver
Thank you very much Best Damjan P.S.I still like your previous Avatar more ;)
Damjan, you have the skull ...
in mind? :-) When I came home from SIHH it was gone and not on my desk anymore. My family promises to me that they don´t know anything about. It seems to be a miracle - a bad one :-( Still miss it! Thanks for your kind words! Oliver
That 5950 is magnificent...and
the breguet numeral on the dial are superb. Wow. The ultimate.
Firstly, Oliver..........
Thank you for a very interesting read ;) Moritz & Kari thank you for defining me, the word connoisseur suits me to the ground. Unfortunately, I must be a heathen when it comes to this model, though I can off course marvel at the complexity of its movement...
That movement art print...
Dear Oliver, Sorry that I am 2 years late to this great thread. I have become obsessed over the CHR27-525PS, and am very jealous of the art print of the movement =). Is there a way to obtain it? I may have to get it custom made otherwise. Thanks so much! ...
Art print
Hi Peter, To try answering your question, I know that Patek does very nice prints from time to time for press-kits given to clients for instance. I suggest you contact a Salon or an AD, or even the Swiss HQ to see if you can get some of them. Explain your...
Thank you very much, Mark!
I will give this a shot, and report back if I have any luck Best, Peter