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cinch · 20 March 2016, 09:46 PM

The 5146 is mine but I keep coming back to the 3940. If I do take the plunge I ll have to trade in the 5146.

Pros for the 3940-
I much prefer the dial layout
Its a perpetual calendar (compared to annual 5146)
I think the size fits my wrist (6.75in) and would fit well under a shirt cuff

Cons-
The dials seemed difficult to read but it was very poor lighting when I tried it on
Will I end up regret going for a smaller watch? (I know, only I can answer that)
Older model (2005)
I will have to shell out £14k and trade in my 5146 for it

Pros for the 5146-
The dial size and brown (thicker) strap make this a good casual wearer
I do like the dial and I'm very fond of the leaf hands
It's a newer model (2007)

Cons-
It's not a perpetual
Sometimes I think the case is a little too thick (that was only after I saw the 3940)

Poor picture but it gives you an idea.

A couple of wrist shots:

And

I do have a tendency to get bored and look around for something else. I have been a flipper in the past but I'm trying to consolidate now, after losing a fair bit of cash.
Keep the 5146 or go for the 3940. What would you do?

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KarlS · 20 March 2016, 09:50 PM

I am biased..your pics just made me realise how special the 5146 is...buy a black strap to make it feel different

dom007 · 20 March 2016, 09:51 PM

3940 on any day for me.

cinch · 20 March 2016, 10:22 PM

I do also have a 5396 if that makes a difference:

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goog53 · 20 March 2016, 10:27 PM

If you have two ACs then I'd get rid of one and get the 3940 or just keep the cash from the sale and keep off to the side until you find a piece that you must have.

KarlS · 20 March 2016, 10:37 PM

if you have PC no need for any AC

cinch · 20 March 2016, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KarlS

if you have PC no need for any AC

True but it's never about what I need, I just love them beautiful dials!

cinch · 20 March 2016, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by dom007

3940 on any day for me.

Because it's a pc?

BMAN8 · 20 March 2016, 10:56 PM

IMHO, they're both great watches but the 5146 wears better on my 7" wrist.

I just recently chose the 5146.

willski · 20 March 2016, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dom007

3940 on any day for me.

Likewise.

Fantastic reference.

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nick c · 20 March 2016, 11:26 PM

3940

Tan · 20 March 2016, 11:32 PM

5146

soundserious · 20 March 2016, 11:36 PM

Is the new PC an option? Ref 5327 I think?

cervantes · 21 March 2016, 12:02 AM

If the 3940 fits you well and you're comfortable with the size, I'd go for it. Great combo with the 5396. But you really can't go wrong as the 5146 is a great watch too.

cinch · 21 March 2016, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soundserious

Is the new PC an option? Ref 5327 I think?

That's what I've been waiting for and I'm a bit disappointed with it, not feeling it at all.

cinch · 21 March 2016, 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cervantes

If the 3940 fits you well and you're comfortable with the size, I'd go for it. Great combo with the 5396. But you really can't go wrong as the 5146 is a great watch too.

Yeah that's the thing I do like them both.

kneedeep · 21 March 2016, 12:40 AM

You have 2 ACs, so how about moving the 5396 instead and picking up the 3940 as you seem to really like your 5146?

cinch · 21 March 2016, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kneedeep

You have 2 ACs, so how about moving the 5396 instead and picking up the 3940 as you seem to really like your 5146?

No the 5396 is definitely staying, it has my name on the certificate so it's a keeper.

Oryx · 21 March 2016, 12:55 AM

defo the 3940 to go with the 5396

5146 is a lovely watch but I would go with the other two

dom007 · 21 March 2016, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cinch

No the 5396 is definitely staying, it has my name on the certificate so it's a keeper.

cinch · 21 March 2016, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oryx

defo the 3940 to go with the 5396

5146 is a lovely watch but I would go with the other two

It's funny because it seems that those who like the 3940 don't just like it, they love it.

cinch · 21 March 2016, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMAN8

IMHO, they're both great watches but the 5146 wears better on my 7" wrist.

I just recently chose the 5146.

The 5146 is a great looking watch, the problem is so is the 3940.

BMAN8 · 21 March 2016, 01:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cinch

The 5146 is a great looking watch, the problem is so is the 3940.

I really like the 3940 but you have to be content with its size.

cinch · 21 March 2016, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMAN8

I really like the 3940 but you have to be content with its size.

For sure and that's one of the reason why I haven't jumped on the 3940 yet. The 5146 is a classic looking Patek but with a modern sized case.

clock · 21 March 2016, 02:01 AM

Of all the pieces, Philippe Stern's favorite is the 3940. It's a true classic that's no longer produced.

.db · 21 March 2016, 02:28 AM

3940 is what I would pick.

TimeOnHand · 21 March 2016, 02:36 AM

Both are winners mate! Can't go wrong with either... However I do have the 5146 and I love it!

mps354 · 21 March 2016, 02:43 AM

For me the 3940 is in a different league. Proportions are perfect, and perpetual > annual

cinch · 21 March 2016, 02:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by .db

3940 is what I would pick.

For what reason?

cinch · 21 March 2016, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clock

Of all the pieces, Philippe Stern's favorite is the 3940. It's a true classic that's no longer produced.

It definitely is a classic and this particular wearer has excellent credentials.

20 March 2016, 09:46 PM	#1
cinch "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: uk Posts: 802	5146 or 3940 The 5146 is mine but I keep coming back to the 3940. If I do take the plunge I ll have to trade in the 5146. Pros for the 3940- I much prefer the dial layout Its a perpetual calendar (compared to annual 5146) I think the size fits my wrist (6.75in) and would fit well under a shirt cuff Cons- The dials seemed difficult to read but it was very poor lighting when I tried it on Will I end up regret going for a smaller watch? (I know, only I can answer that) Older model (2005) I will have to shell out £14k and trade in my 5146 for it Pros for the 5146- The dial size and brown (thicker) strap make this a good casual wearer I do like the dial and I'm very fond of the leaf hands It's a newer model (2007) Cons- It's not a perpetual Sometimes I think the case is a little too thick (that was only after I saw the 3940) Poor picture but it gives you an idea. A couple of wrist shots: And I do have a tendency to get bored and look around for something else. I have been a flipper in the past but I'm trying to consolidate now, after losing a fair bit of cash. Keep the 5146 or go for the 3940. What would you do? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

20 March 2016, 11:36 PM	#13
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Is the new PC an option? Ref 5327 I think? __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

21 March 2016, 02:36 AM	#27
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	Both are winners mate! Can't go wrong with either... However I do have the 5146 and I love it! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

20 March 2016, 09:50 PM	#2
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	I am biased..your pics just made me realise how special the 5146 is...buy a black strap to make it feel different

20 March 2016, 09:51 PM	#3
dom007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Paradise Watch: on the dark side Posts: 543	3940 on any day for me.

20 March 2016, 10:22 PM	#4
cinch "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: uk Posts: 802	I do also have a 5396 if that makes a difference: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

20 March 2016, 10:27 PM	#5
goog53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Mike G Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex-Patek-AP Posts: 3,060	If you have two ACs then I'd get rid of one and get the 3940 or just keep the cash from the sale and keep off to the side until you find a piece that you must have.

20 March 2016, 10:37 PM	#6
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	if you have PC no need for any AC

20 March 2016, 11:26 PM	#11
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	3940

20 March 2016, 11:32 PM	#12
Tan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canada Watch: PP 5320G Posts: 1,258	5146

21 March 2016, 12:02 AM	#14
cervantes "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: East and West Posts: 1,894	If the 3940 fits you well and you're comfortable with the size, I'd go for it. Great combo with the 5396. But you really can't go wrong as the 5146 is a great watch too.

21 March 2016, 12:40 AM	#17
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	You have 2 ACs, so how about moving the 5396 instead and picking up the 3940 as you seem to really like your 5146?

21 March 2016, 12:55 AM	#19
Oryx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: London Posts: 1,883	defo the 3940 to go with the 5396 5146 is a lovely watch but I would go with the other two

21 March 2016, 02:01 AM	#25
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	Of all the pieces, Philippe Stern's favorite is the 3940. It's a true classic that's no longer produced.

21 March 2016, 02:28 AM	#26
.db "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: California Posts: 398	3940 is what I would pick.

21 March 2016, 02:43 AM	#28
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,973	For me the 3940 is in a different league. Proportions are perfect, and perpetual > annual

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