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Old 23 December 2023, 11:06 PM   #1
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My new to me 5009j

I recently bought this mid 90s Gondolo.

It really suits my aesthetic (suit wearing, office based professional, 50’s)

It is my second Patek after an early 70s Calatrava

I am delighted with it.

My big question is would the forum be happy wearing it as a daily (as noted I have desk based job and wouldn’t wear it for sports / outdoors).

Have noticed some small dings and scratches… can live with patina. Just is it robust and appropriate to daily?

Thanks


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Old 23 December 2023, 11:37 PM   #2
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Amazing watch. Very special, certainly given your daily use.
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Old 24 December 2023, 01:00 AM   #3
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Nice looking watch
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Old 24 December 2023, 02:00 AM   #4
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I had a new'70s vintage Golden Ellipse (maybe a 4226?) and after a few years I couldn't wash my hands without moisture inside. Not sure about the 5009 but get it tested.
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Old 24 December 2023, 02:35 AM   #5
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I had a new'70s vintage Golden Ellipse (maybe a 4226?) and after a few years I couldn't wash my hands without moisture inside. Not sure about the 5009 but get it tested.

Thanks to all

David… it was serviced recently by an independent specialist. But in any event I am very conscious and take it off before washing hands


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Old 24 December 2023, 02:42 AM   #6
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Such an unusual Gondolo, very elegant with a little twist from these numerals and there positioning. Congratualations, just in time for Christmas!
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Old 24 December 2023, 03:21 AM   #7
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Old 24 December 2023, 06:53 AM   #8
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Thanks all… delighted with it


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Old 24 December 2023, 07:24 AM   #9
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I might add an alligator strap to it.
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Old 24 December 2023, 12:09 PM   #10
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Cool price love it - I would for sure daily it … why not. Enjoy it


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Old 25 December 2023, 01:09 AM   #11
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Old 25 December 2023, 01:42 AM   #12
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Old 27 December 2023, 02:58 AM   #13
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