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Old 16 October 2017, 03:46 AM   #39
Tony64
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Originally Posted by s.m.b. View Post
I agree. The history behind the Calatrava and the extended relationship between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. is what led me to think the 5196 would lend itself well to a co-branded dial, and I still feel as though it does... That said, I am not sure I prefer the double stamped dial enough to pay list for the watch if the Patek only branded watch can be sourced for less.
I think with a purchase of this size it's more important to get what you really want than to save a few bucks. A year from now the extra cost will be long forgotten.

That said, I personally don't like the co-branding. Gimmick or not.

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