In his comment to my thread dedicated to the Patek Philippe/Somazzi partnership , our dear Gordon aka GLau asked me how many retailers were able to have their signature on some Patek Philippe watches . Here's my answer : A / I have identified 58 retailers
There is actually a number of options for Calatravas in 35mm size... and only you can decide according to your personal choice. For example you mention you don't want something "too old". I would recommend don't take something "dated" which is not quite t
If all goes according to plan, I should be able to see the Patek Philippe ref. 5101P in person for the first time next month . This prospect excites me because this reference, with its hidden tourbillon , seems fascinating . The photo below gives me a tin
I also have a soft spot for that case style with the crown guards. Actually, I've owned a 5110G in the past, and currently a 5130G (which is an absolute keeper in my collection). And sometimes I search for the 5125, which tempts me a lot, but the price is
Which resulted in this trio of 37 mm crown guard treasures as part of my collection The case design makes the watch look a bit sportier and gives it a bit more presence 5127G / 5125R / 5110P
When the watch was released in 2003 to celebrate Wempe's 125th anniversary, I was absolutely thrilled. Unfortunately, there were two problems. I was too poor, and I was married 😉 So I missed this chance. I have no idea why it ultimately took so long for m
I am also a big fan of these crown guards and I can't mention all the references that I love in your list as there are too many 5107 and 5127 are probably the most simple ones in your list but they have always been in my fav list. 5125R and 5110P are defi
And thank you Jerome for bringing to my attention the ref. 5125. I almost forgot about that one! Agree on the Ref. 5960 being a great piece to add to the collection. My preference is for the platinum variant, as I move the leaf hands. Best Gatsby
Majority of the responses show that our forum collectors prefer the annual calendar coupled with some other complication, such as the chronograph function (i.e. ref. 5960) or a regulator (i.e. ref. 5235). There are also quite a few people who have pointed
Interesting question! As a modern one, would go for the 5960G. Interesting mix of complications in a form factor that is between sporty and casual. If I can go vintage, would go for the 5125 - positively quirky with its crown crown, moderate size. The log