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5960/1A - the strap arrived
and PP buckle is ordered. I will replace the bracelet in two weeks.
I bought 5960/1A as a "nice to have watch". How wrong I was! Now when I have been wearing this reference for a month or so, I have learned to love it a lot. Everything is right in this watch and it is very readable. Even the bracelet - well, it a bit shiny - but it is perhaps the most comfortable bracelet I know.
The pricing of 5960/1A is good (compared with other Pateks). And the watch is simply great. Let's see how it feels with a "Racing Strap". I will report later.
Best, Kari
Patek 5146G-001 vs 5960/1A
I have an order for a 5146G-001 which will arrive in a few weeks. My budget is already a bit stretched but with the recent price increase I might be able to stretch myself for a 5960/1A. I know that the styling on 5960/1A is a bit controversial but anyone...
Honestly ...
you think too much about prices, for my taste. Be lucky that you can afford a PP and don´t do any compromises. If the later is needed, maybe you should take more time. Oliver
content
Oliver After getting my 5712/1a I thought of getting an annual calendar. So it took me a few years to save up some money and I was quite content ordering the 5146. However, Patek had to put the 5960 complication in SS and lower their prices - all of which...
Paul, thanks for the details.
Still I think you should not limit yourself to price tags when dreaming about watches. Listen to your heart, it is a luxury "hobby/addiction" and not a business case. From time to time we are (hopefully) able to fulfill some of our dreams. Find out what y...
5960/A, if only it could be possible to put a leather racing strap!
That would be my choice. But the bracelet is a no go for me. Best, Nicolas
strap
Nicholas I don't think I've seen a SS patek in a strap. Or can someone point one out? Your right, the bracelet seem just a little "flashy". thanks Paul
Maybe you haven´t seen them ...
but there have been a few: 5004A, 5950A, 3670A, 5565A, ... 3718 ... For further research/homework, there is dedicated book to start with ... Cheers, Oliver ...
enjoy the
incoming watch first. The price fluctuation should not drive your decision as reductions going in are reflected going out in most instances. Its all the same in the end.
Personal choice
It's a personal choice of course. If I were in that situation, I would stick with the 5146. 10 or 20 years from now, the 5146 will look like a great old classic, while the 5960/1A will be a "what were they thinking??" watch. IMHO of course.
Annual Calendar
If you have a 5712A and looking for a complement choosing between 5146G and 5960A seem simple on paper. The 5146G would be most things the 5712A is not. However not knowing anything about your lifestyle and preferences in life it is impossible to make a r...
"... and put a black strap on"
Which is not possible, based on the information I got from PP.
A black calf strap, racing, why not, and you have quite a cool watch, definitely.
I really don't understand Patek says it is not possible to get it on a leather strap... Or why they don't want to go for such a combo... I just don't get it. Best, Nicolas
black strap
amanico I agree with you on the black calf strap. Would look incredible. I suppose the thinking from Pateks side is that the watch case facing the strap is not highly polished as it is meant to face the steel bracelet. So if you put a soft strap on you wo...
5146
hi, 5146 is a beautiful annual calendar and stays classic and true to patek's dna. The 5160/1A is a very well built and finished watch but the dial,is very striking and looks more like a sports watch and is unconventional patek. But people say the 5960/1A...
5146g
In the end I went with 5146G. (Please pardon my poor pix of the watch - like all pateks, they all look better real life) It was sort of already made for me because the 5960 had been sold. Originally, I wanted the R but the G turns out to have a versatile ...
Great to see this fine 5146, congratualtions!
The 5960/A can indeed be a good complementary watch for a more casual wearing. Wear it well :) Cheers, Mark
WG vs RG
Congratulations Paul on the 5146! The WG is definitely more understated and you can enjoy wearing it in many more occasions. Mine is the WG with the slate grey dial and enjoy wearing it wether it's for the weekend or for more formal purposes. I have order...
WG
Thanks! Actually WG with the slate dial would have been what I preferred but I just can't find it anywhere close to me.
5960/1A - the strap arrived
and PP buckle is ordered. I will replace the bracelet in two weeks. I bought 5960/1A as a "nice to have watch". How wrong I was! Now when I have been wearing this reference for a month or so, I have learned to love it a lot. Everything is right in this wa...
I agree.
But I have experienced the comfy of the bracelet and it also seems to loose its shine in a short time. So strap or bracelet - it's a wonderful watch. Best, Kari
It looks very promising Kari
It reminds me of the Onlywatch Ti 5004's strap. Eager to see the result. Cheers, Mark
It's not an accident
that the strap reminds you the Only Watch... I'm sure it's going to be cool. Best, Kari