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Old 21 January 2023, 03:09 PM   #1
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on the radar the 5135 Gondolo, I love mine, annual calendar/moon phase, looks like the lugs protrude over my wrist it's only the angle, very comfortable. Had mine from memory since 2006, never serviced keeps exceptional time.

One of the most under rated Pateks in my opinion.

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Old 21 January 2023, 05:02 PM   #2
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When it comes to rectangular watches I like the 5100. The power reserve is amazing.

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Old 21 January 2023, 05:19 PM   #3
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Great watch! Thanks for sharing
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Old 21 January 2023, 06:01 PM   #4
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When it comes to rectangular watches I like the 5100. The power reserve is amazing.

https://www.watchcollectinglifestyle...the-millennium
Yes also known as a the manta-ray I agree magnificent so under-rated.

ps. I should never give a nickname to a PP, my apologies to Henry.
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Old 21 January 2023, 08:03 PM   #5
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Beautiful model you have :)

The Gondolo family (and Ellipse in a certain way) has a very special feel to it. Elegance with an original touch. It definitely has character.

I loved the 5024G with Salmon dial I tried a few years ago.

By the way, the Gondolo will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2023. Who knows...
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Old 21 January 2023, 09:31 PM   #6
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Beautiful model you have :)

The Gondolo family (and Ellipse in a certain way) has a very special feel to it. Elegance with an original touch. It definitely has character.

I loved the 5024G with Salmon dial I tried a few years ago.

By the way, the Gondolo will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2023. Who knows...
Thank you. I see it as a mild lady in the mist.
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Old 21 January 2023, 09:56 PM   #7
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I do like the shape of the case … bit deco style in a good way
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Old 21 January 2023, 10:24 PM   #8
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I do like the shape of the case … bit deco style in a good way
Rolex Prince too will make a come back.

Mark my words.

And Iim not saying eventually, within a year or two.
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Old 21 January 2023, 10:35 PM   #9
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Old 21 January 2023, 11:01 PM   #10
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I have always liked Gondolo models I have tried on. I’m about to maybe make a mistake and get my first rectangular case without trying it on but the complication is so unique I can’t pass it up.
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Old 22 January 2023, 12:47 AM   #11
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Excellent choice. Love the legibility of the dial.
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Old 29 January 2023, 11:42 AM   #12
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on the radar the 5135 Gondolo, I love mine, annual calendar/moon phase, looks like the lugs protrude over my wrist it's only the angle, very comfortable. Had mine from memory since 2006, never serviced keeps exceptional time.

One of the most under rated Pateks in my opinion.

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Beautiful and congratulations!

This is the Patek for me, has been for years, and the one that will basically complete my collection.

Nice to finally see one as well.

Looks fantastic and just confirms how nice this reference is....

Edited to add: almost pulling the trigger on this one, but it just didn't click with me, then I saw the 5135 and knew. I know, people will think I've got it backwards....
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Old 29 January 2023, 01:29 PM   #13
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Beautiful and congratulations!

This is the Patek for me, has been for years, and the one that will basically complete my collection.

Nice to finally see one as well.

Looks fantastic and just confirms how nice this reference is....

Edited to add: almost pulling the trigger on this one, but it just didn't click with me, then I saw the 5135 and knew. I know, people will think I've got it backwards....
Go for it the 5135 is just imo a classy watch.
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Old 29 January 2023, 01:33 PM   #14
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I agree, does anyone have one I would love to see it on the wrist.
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Old 29 January 2023, 01:46 PM   #15
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Go for it the 5135 is just imo a classy watch.
Yes, the 5135 is really such an absolutely beautiful piece, hurts looking at it lol, spectacular on your wrist! No worries you're loving that piece, congrats again.
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Old 14 February 2023, 04:54 AM   #16
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Was love at first site 18 yrs ago, my first Patek.
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Old 14 February 2023, 05:00 AM   #17
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