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A few years back, I had the same debate between the 5396 and 5205 and I decided on the ...
5396 because IMO it had a more classic Patek look. However, at that time, the 5396 had baton hour markers and for me they represented a more classic look. With the new brequet numerals, my decision may differ now.
Overall, in terms of appearance, one is more contemporary and the other is more classic. Hence, if a major factor in your decision is the aesthetics angle, then it would be a choice between the classic or more modern style. Let us know what you decide and your reasons. Have fun and we await wrist shots !
Cheers,
Gordon
Please share your views and help me decide: Patek Philippe's 5396R-012 vs 5205R-001
All, I am interested in adding a Patek Philippe annual calendar to my collection and, after quite some deliberation, have narrowed the selection to the 5396R-012 and the 5205R-001 . Both pieces appeal to me and are ultimately excellent interpretations of ...
The question is: vintage-classic-like or 'contemporary'-classic?
Do you really intend to use the complication? In that case the answer is also pretty clear.
I would go for 5205 but it's just my personal opinion.
The only reason is that I do not like when the date is placed to 6 a'clock and I find that the day day, date and month are organised in a very attractive way in 5205. But both watches are great representatives of the species (AC). Best, Kari
As much as I like Breguet numerals,...
the case style and legibility of the 5205 would win me over. The black version is also very nice.
I know this is not the answer you want to hear but...
...I am not sure the question is relevant if it is to influence your choice because this might mislead you and bring you to a wrong decision. It is not because 90% of us vote for one of the 2 options that it is the one you should take. It actually depends...
Both wonderful
I would be very happy with either, but if the intention was to wear it regularly I would get the 5205 simply because the bezel is less scratch prone than he flat 5396 bezel. These flat polished bezels can be acratch magnets. If that is not something you w...
A few years back, I had the same debate between the 5396 and 5205 and I decided on the ...
5396 because IMO it had a more classic Patek look. However, at that time, the 5396 had baton hour markers and for me they represented a more classic look. With the new brequet numerals, my decision may differ now. Overall, in terms of appearance, one is m...
For me, it would be the
5396 simply because it seems a lot more wearable as not only is it thinner than the 5205 but it is 38.5mm compared to the 5205's 40.2mm diameter. I am also swayed by the Breguet numerals of the 5205. In terms of clarity, I would prefer the 5396 but I have...
Interesting choice :)
You've made a deep work of comparing these too in order to try to choose better what would please you. The models you chose remind me of the 5960R opaline dial I looked at in the past (looks very much like the 5205R you picked). Well, I prefer the 5205 fo...
5205 for me.
Plus points over the 5396 - Much more easy to read the date which is arranged very logically - More interesting looking case, more curvy Minus is the it kind of wears small, but may or may not matter depending on your taste, Bottomline, buy what sings to ...
5205 for me
Back in 2011, I saw the ad of the 5205g in the magazine where a boy is seated on the desk of the father who was wearing a business suit. That ad won me over Patek and my first Patek was a 5205g. I know that watch can be worn on business suit and will look...
5396r all day long. Just look at it it's stunning.
I've always loved this watch and in Rose it sings loud and clear to me. My eyes and heart say 5396r. Good luck as both are beautiful just imo one more beautiful than the other. It's a bit like asking my girlfriend which tie should I wear? Best. M.
5396 vs 5205
It is a question of classic vs modern. I like the classic look of the 5396R. Also at the same price, a deployant clasp is nice to have. Both are great looking watches though!
5396 but barely
I like the balance of the 5396. its only fault to me is the cutting off of the 24 hr at the top of the sub-dial. i would prefer they just don't print the number. but that is a small offense.
