Patek 5034 vs officer 3960

[nebmaatre]

Hey trying to decide between these two watches: calatrava travel time 5034 or calatrava officer 3960 (purely on aesthetic considerations and maybe financial appreciation). I prefer a watch that looks more contemporary and not to dressy. Which one do you prefer? Which one you think is more appropriate for someone in their 30s.

[cantdrive55]

Both are great, classic Patek pieces - I lean a little more toward the 3960 for its enamel dial, but there is no bad decision on these two, whichever you choose@

[PatekSF]

If you want contemporary, consider a 5134.

[dbfagan]

3960, Its an anniversary watch and has the hunter case back. I had one for a while but found it too small for my wrist.

[vitalsigns]

They both have a bit of an "older gentleman" design, although the 3960 is less so and simply more classic. The 5034 is near-baroque.

The bezel on the 5034 and the same bezel on any other Patek has always been a turn-off to me. Frankly, the 5034 looks like a ladies' watch to me, so unless this is for a woman, it would be a big no-go.

There are other Calatrava designs that are more modern yet still classic that would better befit someone in his 30s.

In this size range, consider the 5096.

[fluffybunny]

The 3960 for me. Much cleaner, less feminine looking watch. Love the Breguet numerals on this very elegant dial.


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[DavidSB]

Consider another 2000's Calatrava Travel Time, 5134. Some with Breguet and some in indices.

[nebmaatre]

Thanks! 3960 it is then. Aesthetically i am not a fan of modern calatravas.

[jon_jon]

3960 is definitely a classic manual-wind Calatrava. Although it was produced in limited numbers, it is hard to say if there will be long-term price appreciation with a YG classic Calatrava.

[leisen]

3960 for me by far.