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Another issue with Patek quality ... my 5146G ...

 

I purchased a new 5146G from my AD in June 2008 ,
my first Patek , an "aspiration purchase" to celebrate a special event .

Only Rolexes since 25 years were on my wrist , bought new , and all still flawless , 

after heavy ( and sometimes abusive ) use .

Well aware of the differences in "philosophy" , function , purpose , "intended use" and ruggedness between the 2 brands ,

I still wasn't mentally prepared for quality issues with the expensive , new Patek .

The manufacture considered by many to be the "finest" in the world .

To make a long story short , my 5146G has spent more than half its

( very obsessively carefully cared for - contrary to the Rolexes ... ) life not on my wrist ,

but in Geneva for guarentee repairs ...

My Patek AD ( extremely helpful - who is a family friend and also Rolex AD ) told me to expect the watch back in July 09 .
Yesterday , he sold me .... another Rolex .

The Patek fascination is over for me .

R.

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