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Old 13 November 2018, 03:36 PM   #1
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I found a nice deal at a reputable local dealer about 3 weeks ago - a 5196J without box or papers but in pretty decent condition. The price was far too good to resist so I decided to add my first Patek calatrava to the collection.

Still can't get over how thin the case is
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Old 13 November 2018, 03:46 PM   #2
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Congrats! The dial is so minimalist and elegant!
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Old 13 November 2018, 03:53 PM   #3
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The next day I decided to try the on-line ordering of the Archive Extract since I already had all the numbers and pictures from the dealer earlier.

Dated 8 Nov. and based on FedEx tracking info, it left Switzerland on 9 Nov. night and arrived in Asia on 12 Nov. morning. I received it on the same day (yesterday Asia time).

Incredible service from Patek
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Old 13 November 2018, 04:01 PM   #4
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Great watch! Congratulations!
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Old 13 November 2018, 04:21 PM   #5
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Always loved this reference. Congrats!
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Old 13 November 2018, 04:43 PM   #6
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Wow. Just beautiful.

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Old 13 November 2018, 04:47 PM   #7
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Beautiful Calatrava.
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Old 13 November 2018, 05:25 PM   #8
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Thanks, everyone

It's amazing how versatile it is too, even with casual attire.
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Old 13 November 2018, 05:29 PM   #9
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Old 13 November 2018, 06:42 PM   #10
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Beautiful simplicity! Wear it in good health.
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Old 13 November 2018, 07:51 PM   #11
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very classy. Congrats!
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Old 13 November 2018, 08:26 PM   #12
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How are you getting it repaired without the papers (warranty)?

It could be stolen...
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Old 13 November 2018, 08:43 PM   #13
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gorgeous! Fast archives!
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Old 13 November 2018, 08:56 PM   #14
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Congrats. Wow those archives are quick. The last time we ordered from archives it took a few months
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Old 13 November 2018, 08:58 PM   #15
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Old 13 November 2018, 10:08 PM   #16
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Congratulations. A beautiful watch.
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Old 13 November 2018, 10:23 PM   #17
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Congrats! Very nice !
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Old 13 November 2018, 10:42 PM   #18
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Old 14 November 2018, 03:50 AM   #19
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Looks fantastic! Congratulations!
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Old 14 November 2018, 04:24 AM   #20
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Congrats! Looks great
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Old 14 November 2018, 05:31 AM   #21
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Nice pickup! Probably easy enough to source a box too if you ever want one.
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Old 14 November 2018, 08:30 AM   #22
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Old 14 November 2018, 10:07 AM   #23
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Congratulations! That's a great reference and getting lots of deserved love recently.
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Old 14 November 2018, 11:46 AM   #25
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Old 15 November 2018, 12:07 PM   #26
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Old 15 November 2018, 02:28 PM   #27
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Beautiful, elegant and simple.
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Congrats, the watch fits everywhere!!
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Old 15 November 2018, 03:22 PM   #29
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Understated Elegance.
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Old 15 November 2018, 03:30 PM   #30
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Congrats.... In the most recent Patek magazine, they report that at PP the 5196 is referred to as "Le Grande Classique".
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