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Dear Rishi, it's a wonderful choice you have to make here.
Concerning the 5124, I've tried on the J variant only. It's a very nice watch and I think the G might be even more appealing.
That said, the case is a bit large for the 25-21 caliber: I think it looks better in the case of the 5098.
Also, I'm not very fond of the large 22 mm lug width: I prefer narrower lug width (20 or even 19 mm).
During the same session, I tried on the 5100J and I liked it much better.
I've never seen a 5026 in real life, but it seems very beautiful and the case is very well proportioned to the 240 PS automatic caliber. And the lug width is 19 mm.
Of course, you already have a rose gold watch (5098R) and you might want to change for a white metal. But the 5026R would also provide some change in its own way: an automatic caliber and a round case.
So it all depends on what's most important for you: new (white) metal? new caliber (automatic rather than hand-wound) and (round) shape? salmon dial? black dial? Breguet hands? Leaf hands?
Anyway, both are a very good choice, no doubt about it.
I'm looking forward to discovering your final choice and admiring your photos!
I wish you the best for this tough choice!
Best, Emmanuel
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Dear Rishi, it's a wonderful choice you have to make here.
Concerning the 5124, I've tried on the J variant only. It's a very nice watch and I think the G might be even more appealing. That said, the case is a bit large for the 25-21 caliber: I think it looks better in the case of the 5098. Also, I'm not very fon...
Always with valuable answers
Thank you as always Emmanuel for valuable insights. You're spot on as this was the way I listed my thoughts. I have only 1 non round watch ie 5098r, only rose gold for precious metal cases, and none in salmon colour dial. Also its hard to resist when the ...
Dear, Rishi, given what you say, the 5124G seems to be the best option.
And, as it seems to be a very appealing watch, I'm sure you won't be disappointed. Keep us posted! Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel
I think it all depends
The 5026 is stunning BUT I personally have always found that yelllow and rose gold calatrava’s are hard to dress down. For me they read formal. The gondolo seems like it could be more versatile. Now I’m going to say something controversial and maybe not h...
Appreciate your thoughts Einpa...
I do now understand why the Gondolo series has a strong divided interest. Likely the reason why they are also more affordable in the used market. I do have a reverso in my wish list and Breguet Classique too...both are honestly incredible contribution to ...
I think the 5124 blue dial looks cleaner
Something about the bunched numerals here throws me off
5124 for the looks; 5026 for the movement.
Go for whichever one looks better on your wrist and with your outfit. For my wrist, The 5124 looks better than the 5026. Although, from an outfit perspective, the 5206 is probably easier to pair clothes for me. But, I think everyone knows I am partial to ...
I love the micro rotor movement...damn...but i just wish there was 1 patek that had it all!!
Kind of leaning towards the cambered stepped case of the 5124. Just sexy to my eyes... Rishi
Yes. I like the 5124.
I'm a fan of Art Deco design. But when I try on the 5124 and I try on the Jaeger-leCoultre Reverso, the Reverso just looks better. The movement finishing on the Reverso bothers me - as it is not as beautiful as the Patek Philippe. But at least I don't see...
My dream reverso is an art deco piece too!
So I too love the idea of having 2 watch in one, or a flipping case. Check this piece out which i hold as a future interest... Hand engraved bridges plus rose engine turned guilloche on the dial Rishi ...
I can only confirm this choice 👍
In my case, this duo is completed by a Blancpain Leman 🥰 ...
That makes it easier think 5124 here.
Here is a 5100 for photo sake. I came close to purchasing this several years ago. ...
It is gorgeous indeed.
To be honest, I slightly prefer the 5124g to this. I don’t envy Rishi in his decision as there are so so so many good options in the back catalogue that it makes it hard to choose just one!
Congratulation on your 5098R!
My favorite Patek Philippe, bar none. In your shoes, I'd favor the Calatrave, both for the micro-rotor automatic caliber and because it exemplifies different facet of Patek Philippe as compare to the Gondolo. Further, I see the 5098R as the Gondolo to end...
5098 is my favourite too...bar none !!
Love those comments...because I agree! By the way, I do find the ALS grand arkade equally beautiful, in fact more to me than the Cabaret. A potential piece for a future purchase. ...
The 5026r is a gorgeous watch, just a bit small for me...
...the Gondolo in that configuration is really nice...
Both are interesting choices and have good features.
The salmon dial of 5124 is unusual in a very good way whereas the black dial of the 5026 looks very powerful ! Personally I prefer the 5124 because the dial is more balanced vs the off-center subdial of the 5026. Furthermore, the gondolo would enable you ...
Felt the same way Lau!
I do agree its kinda sexy having a set of shaped Pateks from the same family. Appreciate your comments and thoughts . Tq!! Rishi
Choose the 5124
I got one a couple of years ago and wear it all of the time. Truly classic watch. Salmon dial is so unique. Sleeper watch.