Patek Philippe

I captured these photos of my newly acquired Patek 2551 using a Leica lens from the same era (late 1950s). Both the watch and the lens work perfectly. ...  

What do you like about it ?

I love the size 36mm. The dial is flawless. The way the indices shine is just beautiful. The case though is the show stopper. So many contours and nuances. Absolutely gorgeous. And to think that these were made using old machines and hands. Just splendid.... 

Please at least show wrist shots !

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These old automatics from pp incl aperna’s recent 2552 are so under values and under appreciated Julian

...and a nice touch using an era-appropriate lens.

Simplicity combined with sophistication

An example a watch should be. Simple, high quality. Never sell, just keep it in your family.

SInce I already have a VC with 1072 movement one onf my aims is to get a AP with 2071 movement ( being the one with small seconds ) and a PP with 12-600 or 27-460. Than I would say that togethre with the AP with 2021 movement and the Piaget with 12P I hav... 

I love vintage lenses, not quite as much as vintage watches, but close!