What I am suggesting is that the movement for the 5959 should never be utilised in any other watches as the purpose of the 5959 would be defeated. It was proclaimed, and correctly so, as a feat in the making and so to cannibalise it for other means would devalue the primary intent. The 5959 was inte
So Patek has decided to release a grand complication for the ladies and it has done it with this split seconds monopusher. The 5959 was always going to be for the connoisseur collector, who does not follow trends, due to its small size. It was admired but was never a seller as today's gentleman (uhh
I tried it on at the PP dinner and it has no movement. They are unavailable as of yet. It looks very much like a white gold one albeit with brushed steel.
I have some Patek with 33 diameters and have the greatest pleasure wearing them, more so than with 36. You should re-evaluate your decision and refuse to be conditioned by trend.
I was reading the FT today and the 'How To Spend It' magazine insert, I noticed with pleasure that there is finally a retreat in sizing up wrist watches. About time too as I was in despair. I really do believe that a watch should be discreet and a silent purveyor of good taste, the big-ben size type
gentlemen, i am informed, very reliably, that 5959 has been laid to rest in pastures green. 5250A (acier) will replace it and i am sure there is rejoicing as it is a 36mm instead of my beloved 33.2mm 5959. by the way 5250A is a gem and is an appropriate successor if there is to be one - art deco and
gentlemen - it is the end of the road for the 3939. i have confirmation from the appropriate sources. i suppose it is the end of small dials - people are more robust and so business must cater for them.