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ttee · 30 March 2020, 12:46 PM

Hi everyone.

I like the 3970 very much .

It would be hard to choose between the white gold and the platinum version. I do not have a platinum watch, so I like the 3970P more than the 3970G. But when I looked for the 3970 in Chrono24, I saw that the 3970P is more expensive than 3970G around USD 30K.

To be honest, I think there is only a little difference between WG and Platinum.

Does it worth $30K?

Thanks. I would like to hear from you guys.

subtona · 30 March 2020, 01:18 PM

Judging by your photos it is difficult to say?

ap1 · 31 March 2020, 02:11 AM

^ rolling

jon_jon · 31 March 2020, 05:21 AM

There is usually a platinum premium for Patek watches. Each individual has to determine if the premium is worth it.

Most of the time, the platinum version is produced in less number, but I am not sure about the 3970 reference. The G version may have low production numbers as well.

JJ WA · 31 March 2020, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

There is usually a platinum premium for Patek watches. Each individual has to determine if the premium is worth it.

Most of the time, the platinum version is produced in less number, but I am not sure about the 3970 reference. The G version may have low production numbers as well.

Exactly this (as is most usually the case in relation to any comments made by Jon Jon).
For the record, I am voting P assuming it'd be the white/opaline dial. Stunning reference!

dbfagan · 31 March 2020, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ttee

Hi everyone.

I like the 3970 very much .

It would be hard to choose between the white gold and the platinum version. I do not have a platinum watch, so I like the 3970P more than the 3970G. But when I looked for the 3970 in Chrono24, I saw that the 3970P is more expensive than 3970G around USD 30K.

To be honest, I think there is only a little difference between WG and Platinum.

Does it worth $30K?

Thanks. I would like to hear from you guys.

I think platinum is more difficult to work with which translates to a higher cost. I also think platinum is less easily scratched or dented when compared to gold.

ttee · 31 March 2020, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ WA

Exactly this (as is most usually the case in relation to any comments made by Jon Jon).
For the record, I am voting P assuming it'd be the white/opaline dial. Stunning reference!

True! The white dial with white gold/platinum is stunning.

ttee · 3 April 2020, 03:54 AM

Does anyone know the amount of 3970G and 3970P?

enjoythemusic · 3 April 2020, 04:53 AM

Had the 3rd gen 3970(er) for years. Personally, the premium is overdone for the P version imho. It's a great timepiece and one of those (now) underrated vintage pieces. Am not caring about 'value' and am sure you know about the 36mm size and thick case dimensions compared to modern pieces. You'll love the hamburger. :)

Here's a wrist pic (wrist being 6.75").

KBM · 3 April 2020, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Judging by your photos it is difficult to say?

Calatrava r · 3 April 2020, 08:14 AM

3970P came with white dial or black dial over the years. Black is more desired by collectors and commands a higher price. Personally, as a white dial fan, I prefer the white dial.

ttee · 3 April 2020, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Had the 3rd gen 3970(er) for years. Personally, the premium is overdone for the P version imho. It's a great timepiece and one of those (now) underrated vintage pieces. Am not caring about 'value' and am sure you know about the 36mm size and thick case dimensions compared to modern pieces. You'll love the hamburger. :)

Here's a wrist pic (wrist being 6.75").

Yes. I think the case and the dial of 3970 is much more better than the 5270. Also, I like this pusher more than the 5970 and 5270.

ttee · 3 April 2020, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

3970P came with white dial or black dial over the years. Black is more desired by collectors and commands a higher price. Personally, as a white dial fan, I prefer the white dial.

Me too! I’m also a fan of white dial.

Calatrava r · 3 April 2020, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Had the 3rd gen 3970(er) for years. Personally, the premium is overdone for the P version imho. It's a great timepiece and one of those (now) underrated vintage pieces. Am not caring about 'value' and am sure you know about the 36mm size and thick case dimensions compared to modern pieces. You'll love the hamburger. :)

Here's a wrist pic (wrist being 6.75").

Its the "chunky."

View Poll Results: WG or Platinum?
White gold	4	10.81%
Platinum	30	81.08%
None of above, yellow gold is the classic.	3	8.11%
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30 March 2020, 12:46 PM	#1
ttee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: HK Posts: 116	3970G vs 3970P? Hi everyone. I like the 3970 very much . It would be hard to choose between the white gold and the platinum version. I do not have a platinum watch, so I like the 3970P more than the 3970G. But when I looked for the 3970 in Chrono24, I saw that the 3970P is more expensive than 3970G around USD 30K. To be honest, I think there is only a little difference between WG and Platinum. Does it worth $30K? Thanks. I would like to hear from you guys.

30 March 2020, 01:18 PM	#2
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,987	Judging by your photos it is difficult to say? __________________

3 April 2020, 04:53 AM	#9
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,405	Had the 3rd gen 3970(er) for years. Personally, the premium is overdone for the P version imho. It's a great timepiece and one of those (now) underrated vintage pieces. Am not caring about 'value' and am sure you know about the 36mm size and thick case dimensions compared to modern pieces. You'll love the hamburger. :) Here's a wrist pic (wrist being 6.75"). __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

31 March 2020, 02:11 AM	#3
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,033	^ rolling

31 March 2020, 05:21 AM	#4
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,341	There is usually a platinum premium for Patek watches. Each individual has to determine if the premium is worth it. Most of the time, the platinum version is produced in less number, but I am not sure about the 3970 reference. The G version may have low production numbers as well.

3 April 2020, 03:54 AM	#8
ttee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: HK Posts: 116	Does anyone know the amount of 3970G and 3970P?

3 April 2020, 08:14 AM	#11
Calatrava r 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 10,580	3970P came with white dial or black dial over the years. Black is more desired by collectors and commands a higher price. Personally, as a white dial fan, I prefer the white dial.

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