Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe released a new white gold variant of its Date & Sweep Seconds Officer's-style Calatrava : ref. 5227G-015 . credit: @chrono24 - photo captured by @nachoconde The first thing that is striking is the similarity in color and style to the pl...  

I am a big fan of the scalloped lugs. And even though it’s a minor difference the faceted dauphine hands really look great to me. Both watches are great additions to the catalogue in my opinion.

but I think I might prefer the 5227 personally. I'll hold my judgement until I get to see it in real life. Best, Emmanuel

I definitely prefer the crisp, more pure, date-less look of the 6196P !

but for whatever reason it didn't sing to me when I tried it on... 🤷🏽‍♂️ Best, Emmanuel

And whilst I was underwhelmed last year with the small seconds I really love the 5227 on my wrist. The proportions due to the lugs work much better for me and the dial looks so much better in its layout than with the small seconds. Actually this is crazy ... 

I do based on photos. I just have to manage to see the 5227 in person now... Best, Emmanuel

...but they didn't have many of the new watches in yet. Good size and thinness with date. 38 would be better imho but no big deal. Same sentiment about the date. I do prefer the sharp dauphine hands. But overall a very compelling watch...

Apart from that, this watch looks really very nice. Best, Emmanuel

Overall no date and center seconds would be king. Secondly would be dial matched date wheel. The case shape and railroad make it really charming.

Even with these "to be/could be improved" elements, it is a very appealing release. Best, Emmanuel

And I find this version absolutely desirable. I couldn't say which I prefer, this one or my 5227g-001. 🤔 ...  

Best, Emmanuel

Calatrava perfection! Each with their majestic charm! While the 5227G is (for me at least) the more rugged and practical younger brother, the 6196P remains my favourite. Not because of the metal, but the simplicity to which heightens its romanticism.

I’ll hold my judgement until I get to see the 5227… Best, Emmanuel

I didn’t like the previous 5227s.. but for the salmon version, they make the bezel abit thicker.. I think it did wonders to the look.. The issue it I find the hands and markers to be really black.. it was quite jarring when I tried it..

Did you find the hands and markers too black? Best, Emmanuel

I also find it very appealing. If it were platinum, then I will probably pick it immediately 😅 Still a very handsome reference, particularly with the concave bezel and hidden hinged case back! Cheers, Henry

Platinum would be great even if weighty with the solid caseback. Best, Emmanuel

The 5227 always felt "empty" at 12 with only one baton and the dauphine hands were too wide at the base. They have fixed both problems. Very appealing now to claim the classic Calatrava automatic mantle for this generation. I'm glad they didn't alter the ... 

including concerning the legibility of the date (I would just prefer color harmony to legibility). Best, Emmanuel

Eg Breguet numerals - something. On the other hand, in person, the 5227G did not disappoint. More interesting case and dial. Beautiful watch. Very appealing.

I'm really glad to learn that the 5227G did not disappoint. I'm looking forward to being able to try it on someday. Best, Emmanuel

no date because the dial is cleaner 😉

The only thing for me is that, even though I wanted to love the 6196, it didn't really appeal to me in real life. So, I'll be curious to try on the 5227 when I can. Best, Emmanuel

less salmon dial again as too many being produced. I thought both the 5227 and 5396 are due a new movement with longer power reserve and more interesting dials. I’m not a fan of these hands like the 6119 either. What would have impressed me would have bee... 

I completely understand your feelings, here, even if I personally still find the new 5227 and 5396 well done and quite appealing in their own way. But I'm probably less "hard to pease" ;-) Best, Emmanuel

Indeed, both beautiful watches. Last year, I thought I would love the 6196, which I did on paper, but it didn't sing to me on the wrist for some reason. And I've tried it on several times. The me 5227 looks amazing in pictures, perhaps a sort of younger l... 

I will be very interested in knowing your thoughts concerning the 5227 once you’ve tried it on! Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel