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That is one of my interrogations. 5196 or 6196... I guess I have to see the 6196 in person...
Spicy?
Or keep it traditional? More brands should make strap changes easy and fun…no more tools that will scratch lugs….because I’m not good at it lol. ...
Spring mechanisms should be identical, but I see your point....what if the quick release got moved a little....hmmm, I did not think of that.
Therefore, quality should be very important. I did not want to skim on these parts so I bought them from a place recommended by our friend "Enjoythemusic" and they are $6 USD each pair, hope they last.
Hi Not_so_Clueless, you DEFINITELY should
SPICE it up 💪 It looks 👀 really good !👍 Is it a Patek strap ?
I’ve handled this watch a few times
It’s quite traditional in person and I think dressing it up makes it better. The more colorful or casual the better IMO. Maybe a felt strap for winter?
I know, right? It looks better in real life, maybe it's the shine of Pt.
I should test it on more colors and start having fun. Thank you!
Looking good!
Spicy, 100%, all day every day. Reminds me what I did with my 1815: Immediately removed the much-too-formal OEM black gator, and rotated between not 1, but 3 aftermarket straps! 🙂 Like you, I’ve always wondered why more manufacturers don’t supply their st...
That came across my mind too that brands want you to buy more watches rather than straps...
On the flip side, I might be open to buying a watch that gives me flexibility and more fun to play with but I totally understand the logic behind. Good thing there are options and aftermarket modifications we can explore. Having said that..I still don't d...
This is a perfect dial to match any strap. I suggest you buy different quick release straps. So you get a watch with updated looks when you change the strap.
Also recommend trying different materials like textile, rubber, nylon. Some of them offer superior comfort.
I bought a tool that clips a small opening to fit quick release spring bars …
Thanks to a fellow member’s recommendation. Yes, will start trying with existing straps that never sees the light 🙏🏻
For me: 5196P aesthetically is much more appealing than 6196P. The dial is soooooo much more interesting and beautiful. Now maybe if 6196 had Breguet numerals …..😊
Yes, the better suited movement and see thru back of 6196 are very appealing, but still, what you see on your wrist is the front side. 6196 is quite elegant but for me not so exciting. I think almost any strap will look on 5196! PS I think you should chan...
I had once asked for opinions about this 215PS vs 240 movement and the general consensus is....
if only this 5196P comes with a micro-rotor 240 with open case back....that will be wonderful. Thanks kindly, my friend Patekova....being Clueless saves me from being roasted a lot of times lol....I shall remain clueless till this hobby is back to no hype...
I have a different viewpoint regarding the movement. IMO, the 5196 likes it ancestor, the 96 which was first made almost 100 years ago, should have a manual wind movement.
On the other hand part of what makes the Golden Ellipse special is the legendary thin caliber 240. So, I think you have a perfect pairing of time only Pateks,