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rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 01:55 AM

Of these two options, which would you prefer? To be worn casually, never dressed up.
Or...option 3.
1. 5905p, blue dial
2. 5960, blue dial
3. Forum choice ???

jon_jon · 11 October 2018, 02:37 AM

5960 has a more classic look and the 5905 a more modern look. Personal preference as to which one you prefer. The 5960 comes with a deployant clasp, whereas the 5905 has a buckle. I would say 5960 production numbers were lower on the blue dial compared to the 5905 blue dial.

tyler1980 · 11 October 2018, 03:06 AM

5960G is pretty similar to the 5524 to me so i would pass. The SS versions are really, really growing on me though. Figures, as soon as they are discontinued i like it.

I really like the 5905P a lot, both the black and blue. However for that money, id be looking at a Datograph or a Zeitwerk.

rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

5960 has a more classic look and the 5905 a more modern look. Personal preference as to which one you prefer. The 5960 comes with a deployant clasp, whereas the 5905 has a buckle. I would say 5960 production numbers were lower on the blue dial compared to the 5905 blue dial.

Wouldn’t have guessed that. Thought the PT blue dial would’ve been a lower production.

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

5960G is pretty similar to the 5524 to me so i would pass. The SS versions are really, really growing on me though. Figures, as soon as they are discontinued i like it.

I really like the 5905P a lot, both the black and blue. However for that money, id be looking at a Datograph or a Zeitwerk.

Thanks Tyler. Would you argue the 5960 has a more “traditional Patek” look than the 5524?

tyler1980 · 11 October 2018, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Thanks Tyler. Would you argue the 5960 has a more “traditional Patek” look than the 5524?

absolutely more traditional. But, the blue dial, brown strap and i think its the same buckle as the 5524 as well. Pushers, but on the other side gives it a similar vibe. I wouldn't want to get another sort of similar looking watch to one i had when there are so many others out there

opawlows · 11 October 2018, 03:37 AM

Option 3 for me- 5170P

rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

absolutely more traditional. But, the blue dial, brown strap and i think its the same buckle as the 5524 as well. Pushers, but on the other side gives it a similar vibe. I wouldn't want to get another sort of similar looking watch to one i had when there are so many others out there

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Originally Posted by opawlows

Option 3 for me- 5170P

Vipes · 11 October 2018, 04:14 AM

Try both watches on if you can. The 5905 wears large and thick. The 5960 is more wearable on a smaller wrist, but still thick at around 13.5mm. Overall, I prefer the looks of the 5960.

rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

Try both watches on if you can. The 5905 wears large and thick. The 5960 is more wearable on a smaller wrist, but still thick at around 13.5mm. Overall, I prefer the looks of the 5960.

Thanks. I thought so as well...my wrist is 6.5. I thought the 5524 was right on the verge of too big for me, and the 42mm ExpII, is about as big a Rolex that works for my wrist

Vipes · 11 October 2018, 04:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Thanks. I thought so as well...my wrist is 6.5. I thought the 5524 was right on the verge of too big for me, and the 42mm ExpII, is about as big a Rolex that works for my wrist

My wrist is about the same size and I found the 5905p too big. The thickness, platinum case and lack of deployant (to balance out the watch) made it top heavy.

TeddyS · 11 October 2018, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Of these two options, which would you prefer? To be worn casually, never dressed up.

Or...option 3.

1. 5905p, blue dial

2. 5960, blue dial

3. Forum choice ???

Choice 3. 5968A? If it’s for causal wear that would be my choice. For me, the first two references are dressier watches.

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rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

My wrist is about the same size and I found the 5905p too big. The thickness, platinum case and lack of deployant (to balance out the watch) made it top heavy.

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Originally Posted by TeddyS

Choice 3. 5968A? If it’s for causal wear that would be my choice. For me, the first two references are dressier watches.

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thank you

JJ WA · 11 October 2018, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

Option 3 for me- 5170P

This ^

AK797 · 11 October 2018, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ WA

This ^

I agree.

Altho a ZW would be right there.

nyc2la · 11 October 2018, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

Option 3 for me- 5170P

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Originally Posted by JJ WA

This ^

Agree here, too. Platinum Chrono = 5170p.

I tried to like the 5905p, but I just couldn’t come around. It was too thick and top heavy for me, and I didn’t love the lugs. And, the bullseye Chrono (on both) doesn’t work for me. YMMV

JorgeCCW · 11 October 2018, 07:29 AM

5960 for sure , have you considered the 5960/1a very sporty and classy

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jon_jon · 11 October 2018, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Wouldn’t have guessed that. Thought the PT blue dial would’ve been a lower production.

Reading back, OP didn't specify 5960P or 5960G in his original post. I was thinking of the original 5960P blue dial.

rmlovett1 · 11 October 2018, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ WA

This ^

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Originally Posted by AK797

I agree.

Altho a ZW would be right there.

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Agree here, too. Platinum Chrono = 5170p.

I tried to like the 5905p, but I just couldn’t come around. It was too thick and top heavy for me, and I didn’t love the lugs. And, the bullseye Chrono (on both) doesn’t work for me. YMMV

Yeah I was thinking the 5960 would be a better fit also

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5960 for sure , have you considered the 5960/1a very sporty and classy

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I like it...just not the bracelet.

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

Reading back, OP didn't specify 5960P or 5960G in his original post. I was thinking of the original 5960P blue dial.

Sorry, you’re right....5960G

Thanks guys!

mps354 · 11 October 2018, 12:18 PM

I like the 5960 better than the 5905, and the blue 5960p better than the blue 5960g. I agree with others, the 5170p would trump them all

Trek737 · 12 October 2018, 12:10 AM

Guess I'm the odd man out... I love the 5905P!

kneedeep · 13 October 2018, 12:42 PM

Of the 2 specific references I prefer the modern look of the 5905P. But I'm with several others much preferring the 5170P over the 5905 and the 5960.

JorgeCCW · 13 October 2018, 01:42 PM

When u said blue dial I thought you meant 5960P blue dial , beautiful watch.
Not to keen of the 5960G, it’s nice but never a consideration.
5070(any metal)>5960P>5905g>5960G

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Andad · 13 October 2018, 01:43 PM

Ttiuwp.

ap1 · 13 October 2018, 08:35 PM

5170p is my grail

Chiboy · 14 October 2018, 12:10 AM

Similar to some others, I would go for the 5170P as it is the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. However, it might be a little too dressy for your very informal lifestyle. Between the two you mention, I like the 5905P much more, perhaps because it has a similar color scheme and vibe as the 5170P. I've never tried it on though, so perhaps the lack of deployant creates a practical issue with wearability.

I don't much care for the look of the 5960. Out of respect for others who own or love it, I'll leave it at that.

As an added bonus, if you get the 5170P, along with the rest of your beautiful collection, you will likely have the collection that best mirrors my own taste! Who wouldn't want that?

rmlovett1 · 14 October 2018, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiboy

Similar to some others, I would go for the 5170P as it is the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. However, it might be a little too dressy for your very informal lifestyle. Between the two you mention, I like the 5905P much more, perhaps because it has a similar color scheme and vibe as the 5170P. I've never tried it on though, so perhaps the lack of deployant creates a practical issue with wearability.

I don't much care for the look of the 5960. Out of respect for others who own or love it, I'll leave it at that.

As an added bonus, if you get the 5170P, along with the rest of your beautiful collection, you will likely have the collection that best mirrors my own taste! Who wouldn't want that?

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Originally Posted by ap1

5170p is my grail

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Ttiuwp.

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

When u said blue dial I thought you meant 5960P blue dial , beautiful watch.
Not to keen of the 5960G, it’s nice but never a consideration.
5070(any metal)>5960P>5905g>5960G

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Originally Posted by kneedeep

Of the 2 specific references I prefer the modern look of the 5905P. But I'm with several others much preferring the 5170P over the 5905 and the 5960.

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Originally Posted by Trek737

Guess I'm the odd man out... I love the 5905P!

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Originally Posted by mps354

I like the 5960 better than the 5905, and the blue 5960p better than the blue 5960g. I agree with others, the 5170p would trump them all

thanks all! Very close voting :)

fskywalker · 15 October 2018, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

thanks all! Very close voting :)

So what's the verdict Richard? What stays and what goes if any to add this new beauty to your collection?

benlee · 15 October 2018, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Of these two options, which would you prefer? To be worn casually, never dressed up.
Or...option 3.
1. 5905p, blue dial
2. 5960, blue dial
3. Forum choice ???

Prefer 5960P blue dial. For me, 5905 is too thick.

Plastique999 · 15 October 2018, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

5960 for sure , have you considered the 5960/1a very sporty and classy

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This
Pics please

Sent from my Zeitwerk

JorgeCCW · 15 October 2018, 04:44 AM

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This
Pics please

Sent from my Zeitwerk

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View Poll Results: Which would you choose
5905p, blue dial	20	39.22%
5960, blue dial	24	47.06%
Forum choice??	7	13.73%
Voters: 51. You may not vote on this poll

11 October 2018, 01:55 AM	#1
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,511	Thinking about a couple watches...... Of these two options, which would you prefer? To be worn casually, never dressed up. Or...option 3. 1. 5905p, blue dial 2. 5960, blue dial 3. Forum choice ???

11 October 2018, 03:06 AM	#3
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	5960G is pretty similar to the 5524 to me so i would pass. The SS versions are really, really growing on me though. Figures, as soon as they are discontinued i like it. I really like the 5905P a lot, both the black and blue. However for that money, id be looking at a Datograph or a Zeitwerk. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

11 October 2018, 07:29 AM	#16
JorgeCCW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Jorge Location: Ohio, USA Watch: Rolex,Patek and AP Posts: 4,675	5960 for sure , have you considered the 5960/1a very sporty and classy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nothing happens until something moves " Albert Einstein

12 October 2018, 12:10 AM	#20
Trek737 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Houston Posts: 397	Guess I'm the odd man out... I love the 5905P! __________________ 116610LN 116613LB 326933 SkyD TT Blk Dial 116660 DeepBlue Wife: 116231 DJ Black MOP set w Diamonds 178384 DJ White MOP set w Diamonds

11 October 2018, 02:37 AM	#2
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,341	5960 has a more classic look and the 5905 a more modern look. Personal preference as to which one you prefer. The 5960 comes with a deployant clasp, whereas the 5905 has a buckle. I would say 5960 production numbers were lower on the blue dial compared to the 5905 blue dial.

11 October 2018, 03:37 AM	#6
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/Breit Posts: 1,155	Option 3 for me- 5170P

11 October 2018, 04:14 AM	#8
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,838	Try both watches on if you can. The 5905 wears large and thick. The 5960 is more wearable on a smaller wrist, but still thick at around 13.5mm. Overall, I prefer the looks of the 5960.

11 October 2018, 12:18 PM	#19
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,972	I like the 5960 better than the 5905, and the blue 5960p better than the blue 5960g. I agree with others, the 5170p would trump them all

13 October 2018, 12:42 PM	#21
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Of the 2 specific references I prefer the modern look of the 5905P. But I'm with several others much preferring the 5170P over the 5905 and the 5960. __________________ Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018

13 October 2018, 01:42 PM	#22
JorgeCCW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Jorge Location: Ohio, USA Watch: Rolex,Patek and AP Posts: 4,675	Thinking about a couple watches...... When u said blue dial I thought you meant 5960P blue dial , beautiful watch. Not to keen of the 5960G, it’s nice but never a consideration. 5070(any metal)>5960P>5905g>5960G Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nothing happens until something moves " Albert Einstein

13 October 2018, 01:43 PM	#23
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,807	Ttiuwp. __________________ E

13 October 2018, 08:35 PM	#24
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,045	5170p is my grail

14 October 2018, 12:10 AM	#25
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,385	Similar to some others, I would go for the 5170P as it is the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. However, it might be a little too dressy for your very informal lifestyle. Between the two you mention, I like the 5905P much more, perhaps because it has a similar color scheme and vibe as the 5170P. I've never tried it on though, so perhaps the lack of deployant creates a practical issue with wearability. I don't much care for the look of the 5960. Out of respect for others who own or love it, I'll leave it at that. As an added bonus, if you get the 5170P, along with the rest of your beautiful collection, you will likely have the collection that best mirrors my own taste! Who wouldn't want that? __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

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