patrick_y
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Oh I like this term! Fauxtina!
Fauxtina. That's the first time I've heard that one! Only time will tell for sure. But I know this much. I don't expect that I'll go chasing for it. And generally, I find good design, even modern good design, lasts a very long time. When I looked at the Octo Finissimo, I found it super modern, but I also thought, that would likely look good 50 years from now. Mid-century modern furniture like Eames, Van Der Rohe, Knoll, Saarinen, and Noguchi seem to have staying power. When I buy something, I ask myself if I'm likely to like it 20 years from now, or will I find it "childish" 20 years from now.
That's right! You mentioned earlier, the 5205. That's definitely a special one. Pierced lugs. Very unique design. That was super modern when it first came out. And it first came out in a charcoal dial and a silver dial. I haven't really seen the blue dial yet. At least I haven't gotten a good look. This is a watch that can be dressed in a very formal way, and in certain cases a little more casual but never very casual. It always requires nice dressier shoes. But it's perfectly okay to wear nice leather shoes with casual jeans.
I'd say your two Pateks are very different from each other and cover quite a bit of ground when it comes to a wide range of outfits. Overall... I'm not seeing a lot the 5226 can do for you from an outfit perspective. I actually see a an Octo Finissimo in your future - it's perfect if you're thinking of a more minimalist and modern look. Think Prada clothing would go well with a Bulgari Octo Finissimo. Maybe a rose gold Patek Philippe WorldTime (they recently discontinued the 5230R) if you want some color in your collection.
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This is one that I have always had my eye on and that has been on my wish list for a couple of years - although my AD told me that he has rarely seen these. I planned on the 5226 being my next Patek, but I got a call two days ago from my AD indicating tha...
Only buy what you love and can't live without! "Fashion fades, style is eternal."
I will admit I bought one or two pieces simply because they were available in a world where watches were unavailable. And now, a couple years later, I find I never wear them, nor do I find them extremely endearing. That being said, this 5212 really suits ...
Very insightful comment!
It's funny, I actually do not care for the 6000 or the 6006 - or, for that matter, the 6007. This is how I dress on a daily basis. I do not own any Brunello Cucinelli, which I do not particularly care for, but I do love my sweaters - particularly those fr...
And I realized I'm even more hypocritical...
I own a WorldTime too, and that has A LOT OF LITTLE TEXT all over the dial! Arguably even more than the 6000 and 6006. So who knows, maybe I'd learn to like the 5212. I personally find Cucinelli products to be way overpriced and only "normal" quality. But...
My other Patek is a 5205G-013
The 5226 was surprisingly charming to me. It looked much better in person and had a very nice presence. So far, I have stayed away from fauxtina watches - and I think it is fair to say that the 5226 is leaning into that trend. But I cannot make my mind up...
Oh I like this term! Fauxtina!
Fauxtina. That's the first time I've heard that one! Only time will tell for sure. But I know this much. I don't expect that I'll go chasing for it. And generally, I find good design, even modern good design, lasts a very long time. When I looked at the O...
Funny you say that…
Because I own the octo finissimo in stainless with a silver dial!!
Oh!
Did you post that before? My memory is a little off these days! An excellent choice!
