Patek Philippe

I have an order for a 5146G-001 which will arrive in a few weeks. My budget is already a bit stretched but with the recent price increase I might be able to stretch myself for a 5960/1A. I know that the styling on 5960/1A is a bit controversial but anyone... 

you think too much about prices, for my taste. Be lucky that you can afford a PP and don´t do any compromises. If the later is needed, maybe you should take more time. Oliver

Oliver After getting my 5712/1a I thought of getting an annual calendar. So it took me a few years to save up some money and I was quite content ordering the 5146. However, Patek had to put the 5960 complication in SS and lower their prices - all of which... 

Still I think you should not limit yourself to price tags when dreaming about watches. Listen to your heart, it is a luxury "hobby/addiction" and not a business case. From time to time we are (hopefully) able to fulfill some of our dreams. Find out what y... 

That would be my choice. But the bracelet is a no go for me. Best, Nicolas

Nicholas I don't think I've seen a SS patek in a strap. Or can someone point one out? Your right, the bracelet seem just a little "flashy". thanks Paul

but there have been a few: 5004A, 5950A, 3670A, 5565A, ... 3718 ... For further research/homework, there is dedicated book to start with ... Cheers, Oliver ...  

incoming watch first. The price fluctuation should not drive your decision as reductions going in are reflected going out in most instances. Its all the same in the end.

It's a personal choice of course. If I were in that situation, I would stick with the 5146. 10 or 20 years from now, the 5146 will look like a great old classic, while the 5960/1A will be a "what were they thinking??" watch. IMHO of course.

Yes, it would seem that the 5146 is a safe classic choice...

If you have a 5712A and looking for a complement choosing between 5146G and 5960A seem simple on paper. The 5146G would be most things the 5712A is not. However not knowing anything about your lifestyle and preferences in life it is impossible to make a r... 

Which is not possible, based on the information I got from PP.

but pictures by haute_horlogerie on instagram looks great:

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I really don't understand Patek says it is not possible to get it on a leather strap... Or why they don't want to go for such a combo... I just don't get it. Best, Nicolas

amanico I agree with you on the black calf strap. Would look incredible. I suppose the thinking from Pateks side is that the watch case facing the strap is not highly polished as it is meant to face the steel bracelet. So if you put a soft strap on you wo... 

hi, 5146 is a beautiful annual calendar and stays classic and true to patek's dna. The 5160/1A is a very well built and finished watch but the dial,is very striking and looks more like a sports watch and is unconventional patek. But people say the 5960/1A... 

In the end I went with 5146G. (Please pardon my poor pix of the watch - like all pateks, they all look better real life) It was sort of already made for me because the 5960 had been sold. Originally, I wanted the R but the G turns out to have a versatile ...  

The 5960/A can indeed be a good complementary watch for a more casual wearing. Wear it well :) Cheers, Mark

Congratulations Paul on the 5146! The WG is definitely more understated and you can enjoy wearing it in many more occasions. Mine is the WG with the slate grey dial and enjoy wearing it wether it's for the weekend or for more formal purposes. I have order... 

Thanks! Actually WG with the slate dial would have been what I preferred but I just can't find it anywhere close to me.

and PP buckle is ordered. I will replace the bracelet in two weeks. I bought 5960/1A as a "nice to have watch". How wrong I was! Now when I have been wearing this reference for a month or so, I have learned to love it a lot. Everything is right in this wa...  

But I have experienced the comfy of the bracelet and it also seems to loose its shine in a short time. So strap or bracelet - it's a wonderful watch. Best, Kari

It reminds me of the Onlywatch Ti 5004's strap. Eager to see the result. Cheers, Mark

that the strap reminds you the Only Watch... I'm sure it's going to be cool. Best, Kari