Patek Philippe

Best, Emmanuel

I thought I would prefer the rose gold, but when I saw it in the metal I was disappointed. The case and dial were not harmonious to my eye, and the painted white hands bothered me. The original in white gold is high on my “Want List”.

They feel toy-like to me.
I hope to be able to see the WG in person someday.
Best, Emmanuel

Far more understated than the current iteration, in my opinion, and hence works better for me. The new one seems uncomfortably “blingy” in the metal. Very much a matter of personal taste in any case. (Terrible pun!)

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

I was in Sicily summer 2024 staying at San Domenico Palace in Taormina and saw a guy who was completely covered in tattoos swimming in the pool with the RG reference... on a leather strap…. I was so worried about this beautiful microrotor movement …

Best, Emmanuel

Some ppl don’t care I guess or don’t know.

But I have a personal doubt concerning the white painted hands: I'm not fond of them.
Best, Emmanuel

On the wrist of a client of mine who could easily afford any timepiece, including those sold for millions at auctions.... It certainly speaks volumes that he chose that piece above countless other options. I'd definitely like to examine one in person....

with an unusual complication for PP: the regulator. So it is definitely a very special watch.

I'm personally not sure I like the white painted hands: they feel a little toy-like to me (not this particular execution, but any white painted set of hands tends: I prefer gold or heat-blued hands).
Best, Emmanuel

so WG for me.

I love this Annual Calendar Regulator.

The 5235R has long been my favorite annual calendar from Patek. The combo of rose gold and charcoal/black subdials along with the engraved Patek logo is awesome. I was fortunate enough to try one at Wempe in NYC last summer. Pictured here with my son admiring it as well.

Best, Emmanuel

Best, Emmanuel

I will try to add one when possible although i am slimming down the collection i really like to tick this box

Best, Emmanuel

I've always been drawn to the understated elegance of white gold. There is something about the way it plays with light that just feels more refined to me. The rose gold is beautiful no doubt, but that monochromatic dial on the white gold version has a quiet sophistication that speaks volumes without shouting.

The regulator layout on this piece is brilliant. Patek took something classical and made it feel fresh. The way those sub dials are arranged...there is real visual harmony there.

Bill

and you make me want to see it in person even more one day!

G because I like the color scheme which shows the brushed dial prominently !

but haven’t been able to see it in person yet. Hopefully someday.
Best, Emmanuel

I have currently the same question and am leaning towards the WG model for my 40th birthday. But it is a close call.

What speaks to me from the white gold model:
- it is the original version of that reference and looks more technical
- It looks more understated and only those in the know know
- I have already a rose gold Patek (5170R) and matching rose gold Patek cufflinks
- The colour scheme makes it look a bit more casual

What speaks to me from the rose gold model:
- the movement is said to be a bit more hassle-free (it has also 2 more rubies), at launch of the 5235G it took Patek almost 2,5 years to bring them to market
- Readability is a bit better (even though the white hands look a bit cheap, frosted white gold or something like that would have been better)
- It looks more premium to the untrained eye and dresses up a bit more

My wife is 100% on the rose gold model, just because of readability and more premium looks but who are we if we would always listen to our wifes. 😆

Best regards,
Thomas

This is a wonderful perspective for your 40th birthday.
I agree with all your points. My only problem is that I’ve never seen the G in person yet, whereas I’ve tried on the R twice. Until I see the G in the metal, I’ll hold my judgement.
But one thing is certain: it’s a very special piece among the PP production.
Best, Emmanuel