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Absolute pleasure Mark

 

One does not always find the time to dissect such rare and beautiful works of art, but I chose to do so recently to pursue my passion and mature my pallet. As I mentioned earlier, I surprised myself regarding the 5204, truth be told I am a bit saddened by my conclusion. It reminds my of the feeling I had when I first discovered that Santa Clause does not exist 😀

There is a perception that one cannot dislike or overly critique such "grail" timepieces. I regularly tell myself, how dare I, a mere mortal form an opinion about such horological masterpieces!! I struggled to remain objective considering the fact it is a Patek Philippe grand complication, but I later concluded that this is exactly why I need to remain true to how I feel and set the bar high. I was smitten with the 5204 when I first saw it in the metal sometime ago, but something did not sit well with me even then. The fact I have laid my demons to rest is very satisfying.

I can say the same for the 5959, not only a work of art, but it defies belief! I have nothing negative to say about the 5959, except that at 33.2mm it is not a watch I would enjoy wearing frequently. It is probably one I would keep locked away and enjoy over a glass of Chardonnay, but I have always been of the opinion that a fine timepiece is not just for Christmas and should be enjoyed regularly.

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I dream a dream...

 
By: Langeholic : July 28th, 2017-12:29
If Mr Stern called you this evening and gifted you ANY Patek Philippe from the current collection (excluding minute repeaters), which ONE would you choose and kindly explain why in as much detail as possible? This is purely based on preference and nothing... 

Mine is #3 on my order list.

 
By: dr.kol : July 29th, 2017-04:55
First a special order in platinum, then 5131P, then 5370P. Perhaps I'm done then... No, a MR is still needed. Life is tough! Best, Kari

Indeed that's a very fine alliance of complexity, romantism and simple elegance.

 
By: Mark in Paris : July 28th, 2017-15:42
If it is yours or at least your wrist, congratz and thanks for the wristshot And Welcome on our Patek forum! Best, Mark

Current- whoo boy tough choice

 
By: watch-guy.com : July 28th, 2017-13:03
Gifted - 5170P Bought- nada Vintage - the PP reverse at Christies Julian

5204P either dial... assuming 5951P is no longer an alternative

 
By: keks : July 28th, 2017-13:12
Because I love the aesthetics and raw feel. It does not have the typical soft shapes as many other Patek with Grand complications.

For me the ultimate Patek would be

 
By: sham1 : July 28th, 2017-13:17
the 5959 in any metal. I actually have a limited edition lithograph of this movement framed up in my lounge for the past decade and a half. I think it is one of the great feats in horology to be able to produce a split second chronograph in an ultra thin ... 

That's a complicated fantasy

 
By: cazalea : July 28th, 2017-13:29
Ah Sham1, thanks for saving my life ... Please accept this small token of our appreciation ... ...  

It is 4.30am in Kuala Lumpur

 
By: sham1 : July 28th, 2017-13:36
and you have succeeded in making my jet lag even worse. Now I will not be able to sleep at all!! And I am not even going to tell you which of the above will be keeping me awake. It may destroy all my hopes of any allocation of special pieces in the future... 

Thanks Jon!

 
By: sham1 : July 29th, 2017-04:04
The front is gorgeous while the back is breath taking! No I am not talking about J Lo but something a lot more precious!

I'd like the 5930

 
By: cazalea : July 28th, 2017-13:43
I like the complication combination, the dial, and the strap. Cazalea ...  

I have played with 5959

 
By: dr.kol : July 29th, 2017-03:22
and studied closely the movement. Simply stunning! Best, Kari

5370P,That was easy:)

 
By: beejo : July 28th, 2017-13:24
Split second,platinum,enamel and the Best, Ahmed

5327 J.....

 
By: watercolors : July 28th, 2017-13:38
since it is not on a preferred bracelet, it would not be my every day watch. Love this beautiful piece. Thanks for this fun thread Longeholic. Best Edward.

5711

 
By: Harry2 : July 28th, 2017-13:41
This is for a very simple reason. I'd use it! It would suit me, I'd wear it all the time. Plus I don't want to pay for he service cost of a more complicated piece.

5522A

 
By: damianp : July 28th, 2017-13:45
Why this one? Easy: It's a US only watch and as I'm not living there, Mr. Stern would be the only way for me to get it. The 5170P is a watch, I can buy on my own. (If I want to)

It'd be a two horse race for me

 
By: Joepny : July 28th, 2017-13:55
5204P or 5131P. I think 5204P eeks ahead because of the split seconds.

For 'modern' watch 3670 would be a dream.

 
By: willski : July 28th, 2017-14:37
After that 5950 or 5370. Haven't seen any of these so this is just desktop dreaming!

that is magnanimous...

 
By: mahesh : July 28th, 2017-14:48
5235G, I think it is unique in Patel's collection & normally I wouldn't expect Patek to make such watch ! Best, mahesh.,

Strange

 
By: Langeholic : July 28th, 2017-14:50
that no one has mentioned the 5270 considering it's iconic lineage

Bingo!

 
By: Langeholic : July 28th, 2017-15:11
Another one being overlooked, absolutely stunning in real life 😍

Tough question

 
By: Mark in Paris : July 28th, 2017-15:39
This is the question I ask myself from time to time but I always find something not perfect as a daily wearer (it's a major criteria for me). Not considering value will make things easier The 5270G third generation silver dial was among them, so is the 52... 

5950.

 
By: brandon1 : July 28th, 2017-16:07
Prefer the A but the current R will do to get me that movement. 5370 a close second. A great dream for sure! Cheers, Brandon

I've given this a whole day of thought.

 
By: TheMadDruid : July 29th, 2017-07:32
Not including what is in my very modest PP collection, three references finally stood out as highly desirable: the 5975, with its beautifully idiosyncratic dial, and the 5575 which, to me, is the most beautiful of the WTers. But, I think they both can be ... 

i would ask for a 5396

 
By: benzng : July 29th, 2017-08:06
If its not too much i would ask for a chance to get the 5396G Tiffany edition.

My final conclusion...

 
By: Langeholic : August 5th, 2017-02:25
As the author of this post, I thought it only fair to thoroughly consider my answer. I spent ALOT of time mulling this over and enjoyed the process immensely, although some of my regular AD's would tell you otherwise 😀 It seems the majority favour the 537... 

Interesting feedback

 
By: Mark in Paris : August 5th, 2017-02:51
It is indeed a valuable exercize to make, when considering buying one of course but also for the analytical aspect and what it teaches on our tastes and other members' perspectives (subjectivity). We all have what we tend to like and what we really don't.... 

Absolute pleasure Mark

 
By: Langeholic : August 5th, 2017-05:05
One does not always find the time to dissect such rare and beautiful works of art, but I chose to do so recently to pursue my passion and mature my pallet. As I mentioned earlier, I surprised myself regarding the 5204, truth be told I am a bit saddened by... 

Whether we consider a little less or a little more complicated models

 
By: Mark in Paris : August 5th, 2017-08:12
we always discover and check what we like and what we don't, in the watch itself but also the wearing experience etc... Even more so when the budget is significant. Some watches don't always qualify for being a daily user (from our own perspective of cour...