advice needed - 5960 vs 5172G-010 or 5170G-001
Good evening all, I need some help with a relatively unimportant problem. I recently acquired a JLC duometre chronograph in the original yellow gold and am absolutely loving the finishing on it. That, and just maturing as a collector, has caused me to thi...
This is an interesting one. I have owned the 5960G, currently own the 5172G-01 and have tried on the 5170G and the Lange 1815 Boutique Chrono extensively. Here are my thoughts:
1. 5960 - loved the pushers, dial layout and colour scheme, but over time two things bothered me: thickness and the fact that it was doing too many things at the same time. Do one thing and do it really well. Manual chrono > auto. 2. 5170 - lovely breguet...
thickness isn't horrible for me
I do agree with the sentiment to do one thing and do it well. Not that the 5960 does anything poorly, and actually combines a bunch of things well, just thought that movement finishing on the others is def superior. In fact, the 5960 technically, is prob ...
Unimportant problems are our favorite hobby. :))))
The one I would sell is the 116509. The 5960 is such a cool and interesting modern Patek! Which version do you have?
That was the plan
Until the recent application of the film. Let me see how it feels in a month or so. But, this was my original thought too. I'm sure the least "interesting" homologically speaking
I would choose the 1815 chronograph
or a VC Cornes de Vache. I own the rose gold Cornes de Vache and it is my personal favorite modern hand-wound chronograph, with the 1815 as a strong contender. But I’m probably in the minority. Just my personal preference. Wishing you the best for your ch...
Some nice choices...
you are considering. I really like the 5170G-001, it'll look less dressy with a more casual strap. I'll look for the first series in WG if I go for the 1815 Chrono. The VC Malte Chrono PT CEP is a great alternative too. I owned those three but sold them t...
I’ll check those out
Also love the VC and think the cornes de vache are the nicest lugs out there but it looked a little dressier than I wanted.
Breguet numerals sold me on the 5170
Case is under 11mm and pleasantly wears larger than the 39.4mm diameter. Although you're asking about the G (and I have the R) you should be able appreciate the applied Breguet numerals from this macro shot. Best, Robert ...
You are corresponding with an understanding audience
If I may compliment you - please accept my respect and admiration for sharing your thoughts with us on this decision process. In my opinion, your research and openness only demonstrates your intelligence. I believe this decision is in fact important. Plea...
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and asking the forum members for their suggestions ! As a Patek moderator, I am naturally biased toward this brand🤣
Hence I would weigh in on 5170 or 5172. Alternatives are 5131, 5110 or 5130 if you like Patek's iconic WT pieces.
Great pics
Thanks for those and the ones above. What a tough decision. Those Breguet numbers are beautiful.
Vouching for the 5170 with Breguet (don't forget the intoxicating movement with lateral clutch)
Wearing it today under a long sleeve and love sneaking peeks at the dial throughout the day just to see those applied numerals. Feels like I'm getting away with something naughty because it's such a hidden treat to possess. Classic architecture. Best, Rob...