Patek Philippe

Since its unveil in 2006, I must admit that I turned around this reference.

I was very happy to see Patek releasing an inhouse automatic chronograph, and mesmerized by this sublime ruthenium dial which is, in my opinion, the nicest dial of all the 5960 ever made, even if I quite like the latest white dialed sporty version, but the fact that the bracelet is mandatory is a big no go for me.

I could have pulled the tigger on this 5960P, and to tell the truth, I hesitated a lot, for one reason: I would have preferred it without calendar, even annual.

But, through the years, I got used to it.

The case is not bad, either. The proportions are excellent, the sophisticated shape of the bezel makes echo to the sublime dial which is tough, very tough to take in picture.

Not mine, yet, but maybe one day. To say all, the 5100G is over this one, in my wish list. But this 5960P may complete my small selection of Pateks.

 

 

I have a certain fascination for this monocounter, which is shared with the Nautilus. It gives such a special llure to these watches!

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Nicolas

went to pick it up.

However, when taking the watch into my hands, I decided the the case is too thick.

In my mind a Patek Philippe is always and exceptionally thin watch. If it is not, it contains a remarkable complication. For me the annual calendar is not such a complication that it would justify the thickness.

I.e. Audemars Piguet RO Extra Thin is a little bit thinner than Patek's 5711. However, Nautilus is water proof to 120 meters while Royal Oak is just to 50 meters. Again, Nautilus 5711 is not the thinnest sporting watch in the market but I believe it's the thinnest watch that really can take i.e. scuba diving.

Best, Kari

But, like you, I am not very crazy about annual calendars...

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Nicolas

My point is that in the Patek World the Annual Calendar is always a "less sophisticated" movement and made quite thick. And if I go for a PP, then I want to get a watch showing the Patek DNA that means for me a slim movement taking into account the complication.

Best, Kari

especially by its aesthetical characteristics (pushers, mono compteur dial, bezel...).

I'm not a real fan of this watch but I recognize all its objective qualities and its originality.

I changed my mind a bit with the black dialed PT and the last white sporty version (even if like you it is a clear "no go" with this bracelet).

Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts and it is certainly a great piece a Patek collector would love to possess.

Cheers, Mark

I would see it almost as a 5960 Paul Newman. 

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Nicolas

I didn't think about that but it would clearly be an excellent choice. The Racing theme would perfectly match the watch layout.

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... The "bull eye" is such a strong design signature. The pushers "tv antenna" style gives it another strong touch... The complication is supposed to be friendly and accessible to most of use. Perpetual calendars are not. IMO annual calendar is the right choice for this model, that aims to be a daily beater, an entry level for the higher complications : Perpetual calendar Chrono...

About the steel version, its really cool too. Even if i find the bracelet very "asian style", and not to my taste... Its very comfortable, and to be honest, i might let myself tempted, see how good i am to fight my own pre-conceived idea.

I still don't get why we cannot change the bracelet for a strap, on the steel version... If that was possible, then I may have a second thought.

Anyway, the platinum and its superb ruthenium dial drives me crazy.

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Nicolas

the 2 other cut-outs were placed more symmetrical between and hour markers, plus add a small metal frame like the center one.

This plain dial would certainly be fantastic!

Thanks for your input, Raymond.

Nicolas.

Thanks for sharing thoughts on this one, my favorite daily PP.

I often get a sense that this is the PP that PP enthusiasts shun. Perhaps the production run was a tad long and too many floating around in the secondary market. Whichever the case may be, I think this watch is perfect. At first the thickness bothered me a bit, but once I got my custom gray strap fitted in a perfect size to my wrist, it sits so well on my arm that I often forget it is there. The functions are very useful and perpetual calendar is not really a necessity for my daily life. For me the sporty elegant look makes it so versatile that it is my most commonly worn watch during the colder half of the year (in Europe).

For any doubters out there, take the leap and you too will realize how good this piece is!

Aologise for the poor quality photo, but here is mine saying a quick hello!

I don't really care about Patek Collectors feelings about this Watch. I much prefer the owners' opinion, who lived with it on their wrist.

Even better if it is not popular. It will be for the true lover.

Thank you so much for your feedback, Keks.

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Nicolas

...imho, of course, is the black dialed platinum, also quite rare i think.

5100G or 3417 Amagnetic, first, then this one... Then, Basta. 

All the best, Amico.

Nicolas

The black dial 5960 with inverted date wheels are so gorgeously executed in both platinum and rose gold. But to me those carry dramatically different characteristics to the original gray dial version. To me it is very hard to draw comparisons and choose between these based on looks alone and find it must come down to what characteristic on is seeking in this piece. Having said that this reference is the one where I can imagine holding (for the next generation that is) more than one configuration at some point down the road. Hopefully a black dialed in either metal… 

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One of the less PP's among the PP's, but while I like the color of the dial and the mono counter, and to me, the case is nicely proportioned, as I don't really like it too thin, I would prefer it without the calendar and the power reserve. I don't think the power reserve is required and the "+" and "-" signs are as big as the hand, which IMO doesn't work too well.

I am in heaven.

But I love this grey dial so much that I tend to forget the calendar, or better said, to live with it... Virtually, for the moment.

All the best, Richard.

Nicolas

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care to post picture with strap more visible? Looks amazing the little I can see… 

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This one has haunted me since its release and for me the rhuthenium dial is the most attractive combination. I've come close a few times and may bite yet. Kindest regards even if your photos are torture

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