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nyc2la · 15 July 2018, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by thomaspp

Perpetual or nothing

Agree. And I’d focus on a 3940, or step it up to a 3970 or 5970.

SW1 · 15 July 2018, 02:42 PM

Go AC ..i am not sure the premium you pay for a PC is really worth it

GSDLover · 15 July 2018, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SW1

Go AC ..i am not sure the premium you pay for a PC is really worth it

We are in the minority but I agree with you.

Sam Philip · 15 July 2018, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I think those are old day's rates, now ADs will be 10% tighter on average.

I think 20% is easily attainable, I have been offered 15% off on annual calendars/chronographs without any negotiation. Always easy to negotiate if the AD already has the piece in stock

lapince · 16 July 2018, 05:13 AM

I would get 5726 for an AC, or even better 5740 for PC

arturob · 20 July 2018, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Pass, no Breguets and no RG is a double compromise.

Just found a 5396G-014 (gray/breguet) which now has me torn.. what a (terrible) problem to have... gah! what do i do!?

thomaspp · 20 July 2018, 11:51 AM

Perpetual or bust!

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arturob · 20 July 2018, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by thomaspp

Perpetual or bust!

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You are killing me!! This model really sings to me

thomaspp · 20 July 2018, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by arturob

You are killing me!! This model really sings to me

Yeah... buy a 3940 instead! Lol and sorry

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Justindo · 20 July 2018, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by arturob

You are killing me!! This model really sings to me

Then go for it. The rose gold with Breguet numerals is a winning combination.

AK797 · 20 July 2018, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by arturob

Just found a 5396G-014 (gray/breguet) which now has me torn.. what a (terrible) problem to have... gah! what do i do!?

No need to rush this, a RG will turn up soon enough which is your first choice. Best to get it right the first time as this is not one you want to have to flip later.

Chiboy · 20 July 2018, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

No need to rush this, a RG will turn up soon enough which is your first choice. Best to get it right the first time as this is not one you want to have to flip later.

I think with discretionary purchases like this, it's best not to settle. Personally, I like the rose gold, white dials the best, as they look like classic versions of a classic style to me. And I love blue dials, but not for this. Decide what you like most and then wait for that watch at the right price.

arturob · 21 July 2018, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

No need to rush this, a RG will turn up soon enough which is your first choice. Best to get it right the first time as this is not one you want to have to flip later.

THANK YOU!! choice is made then :) patient is a virtue

arturob · 21 July 2018, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiboy

I think with discretionary purchases like this, it's best not to settle. Personally, I like the rose gold, white dials the best, as they look like classic versions of a classic style to me. And I love blue dials, but not for this. Decide what you like most and then wait for that watch at the right price.

absolutely right. Thank you !

pam66 · 21 July 2018, 08:03 PM

my recommendation is to either go for a perpetual calendar immediately (i like the 5320G best) or to give the 5235G a try. the regulator is not run-off-the mill, it is really special and currently can be had with a nice discount. heck out the SJX blog, they have an excellent recent review.

spaceroy · 3 August 2018, 10:04 PM

I am also considering a calendar Patek and personally think that a calendar watch should be worn daily and the durability of the movement is important to me.
I fully understand that neither of the movements are nearly as robust as a Rolex one but they should at least survive daily "white collar" use. For reference, aside from Rolexes I have a JLC Dress watch cal 899 Master Control that works absolutely fine as a daily watch.

So, disregarding price and collectability what should I go for if I want the best durability? They seem to use the same base movements with slight modifications.
One of these?
5320 uses 324 S-Q
5396 uses 324 S-QA
Or maybe
5035 uses 315 S-QA

jon_jon · 4 August 2018, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by spaceroy

I am also considering a calendar Patek and personally think that a calendar watch should be worn daily and the durability of the movement is important to me.
I fully understand that neither of the movements are nearly as robust as a Rolex one but they should at least survive daily "white collar" use. For reference, aside from Rolexes I have a JLC Dress watch cal 899 Master Control that works absolutely fine as a daily watch.

So, disregarding price and collectability what should I go for if I want the best durability? They seem to use the same base movements with slight modifications.
One of these?
5320 uses 324 S-Q
5396 uses 324 S-QA
Or maybe
5035 uses 315 S-QA

The "durability" of Patek AC/PC are fairly similar. If you are really focusing on durability, get a Skydweller and you won't have any worries. It will just be a thick watch. If you want an elegant dress watch with AC/PC, then get a Patek.

AK797 · 4 August 2018, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by spaceroy

I am also considering a calendar Patek and personally think that a calendar watch should be worn daily and the durability of the movement is important to me.
I fully understand that neither of the movements are nearly as robust as a Rolex one but they should at least survive daily "white collar" use. For reference, aside from Rolexes I have a JLC Dress watch cal 899 Master Control that works absolutely fine as a daily watch.

So, disregarding price and collectability what should I go for if I want the best durability? They seem to use the same base movements with slight modifications.
One of these?
5320 uses 324 S-Q
5396 uses 324 S-QA
Or maybe
5035 uses 315 S-QA

No issues have been reported here for you to be concerned with any, Breguet 5396 is extra nice imho.

porschejeff · 4 August 2018, 07:31 AM

Im a fan of the RG piece, beautiful.

enjoythemusic · 5 August 2018, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

The "durability" of Patek AC/PC are fairly similar. If you are really focusing on durability, get a Skydweller and you won't have any worries. It will just be a thick watch. If you want an elegant dress watch with AC/PC, then get a Patek.

Well said. Durability is not a Patek strongsuit, as is their service times. Rolex's SkyD has been flawless in operation and durability. Also remember with a Rolex you're not stuck with old school pushers, plus the Rolex can be set fwd or backward in time.

If you need a formal / dress watch for light wear on occasions, a Patek is ok. Simply wish Patek would either go full Breguet or not. Also to have black dials where the date/etc windows also has black background. Small yet important styling seems to be amiss with many modern Pateks. Perhaps the next designer will be more detail oriented.

arturob · 5 August 2018, 06:58 AM

Thank you all for all the feedback and details. So far I am still undecided. I do love the breguet rose gold, but as others mentioned, the date window really messes up the dial..
I went by to try it again and truly love the piece, so I am holding off for a preowned one to not take the depreciation hit.

Another thing that slightly concerns me is service time. I have a few Rolex and have not had to service yet.

16610v · 5 August 2018, 04:09 PM

I think 5396 is a great looking classic dress watch, I have a wg one which looks close to the legend 3448. Didnt think the date window mess up but is kind of a balance in the dial.

Patek Philippe 3448 vs 5396. The true classic dress watch!! by T C, 於 Flickr

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Originally Posted by arturob

Thank you all for all the feedback and details. So far I am still undecided. I do love the breguet rose gold, but as others mentioned, the date window really messes up the dial..
I went by to try it again and truly love the piece, so I am holding off for a preowned one to not take the depreciation hit.

Another thing that slightly concerns me is service time. I have a few Rolex and have not had to service yet.

arturob · 6 August 2018, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 16610v

I think 5396 is a great looking classic dress watch, I have a wg one which looks close to the legend 3448. Didnt think the date window mess up but is kind of a balance in the dial.

Patek Philippe 3448 vs 5396. The true classic dress watch!! by T C, 於 Flickr

🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 gorgeous!!

jrs146 · 6 August 2018, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by arturob

Thank you all for all the feedback and details. So far I am still undecided. I do love the breguet rose gold, but as others mentioned, the date window really messes up the dial..
I went by to try it again and truly love the piece, so I am holding off for a preowned one to not take the depreciation hit.

Another thing that slightly concerns me is service time. I have a few Rolex and have not had to service yet.

The date window doesn’t bother me. And it makes room for a 24 hour hand which is nice.

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alubin · 6 August 2018, 01:21 AM

I think the 5396 is a gorgeous piece, but I typically see them on the secondary in excess of 35% off, have to suggest you go that route.

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b3024 · 8 January 2019, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by arturob

🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 gorgeous!!

I agree - 3 years ago, you could get a 5711 or 5167 at a discount... now they are the hottest watches on the market... I don't see them being future classics though... just hot commodities as of now. I personally think a 5396 - particularly the white dial, will become known as the modern equivalent to the 3448... its classic Patek design and thats what matters.

I got one from the AD for mid to high 30s... I think RRP is high 40s... agree you should go for a 20% discount from an AD... as they probably sell for mid 30s on the grey market - but I think in 20 years time, itll be something special... furthermore, a strong AD relationship is so underappreciated... when I bought mine, I was offered 5164s and 5712s

myporsche · 12 January 2019, 05:06 PM

Really beautiful watch, pretty much in all variants, this might be "the one" for me one day. Curious to see if Patek will release another breguet variant this year.

soundserious · 13 January 2019, 03:11 AM

Beautiful watch, hard to argue with that

20 July 2018, 11:51 AM	#37
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,136	Perpetual or bust! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

6 August 2018, 01:21 AM	#55
alubin "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Watch: All please! Posts: 1,042	I think the 5396 is a gorgeous piece, but I typically see them on the secondary in excess of 35% off, have to suggest you go that route. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek: 5711 and 5167 "Extra Sauce" Rolex:116520 White, WG Daytona Oysterflex, 1016 Gilt, 16750 Pepsi, 1803, Tudor Snowflake, 16613 Swiss Only Omega: 2998-4, Ck2998

13 January 2019, 03:11 AM	#58
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Beautiful watch, hard to argue with that __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

15 July 2018, 02:42 PM	#32
SW1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: GB Posts: 296	Go AC ..i am not sure the premium you pay for a PC is really worth it

16 July 2018, 05:13 AM	#35
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	I would get 5726 for an AC, or even better 5740 for PC

21 July 2018, 08:03 PM	#45
pam66 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: cambridge Posts: 2,257	my recommendation is to either go for a perpetual calendar immediately (i like the 5320G best) or to give the 5235G a try. the regulator is not run-off-the mill, it is really special and currently can be had with a nice discount. heck out the SJX blog, they have an excellent recent review.

3 August 2018, 10:04 PM	#46
spaceroy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Stockholm Posts: 3	I am also considering a calendar Patek and personally think that a calendar watch should be worn daily and the durability of the movement is important to me. I fully understand that neither of the movements are nearly as robust as a Rolex one but they should at least survive daily "white collar" use. For reference, aside from Rolexes I have a JLC Dress watch cal 899 Master Control that works absolutely fine as a daily watch. So, disregarding price and collectability what should I go for if I want the best durability? They seem to use the same base movements with slight modifications. One of these? 5320 uses 324 S-Q 5396 uses 324 S-QA Or maybe 5035 uses 315 S-QA

4 August 2018, 07:31 AM	#49
porschejeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Michigan Watch: DD 228238 Posts: 2,456	Im a fan of the RG piece, beautiful.

5 August 2018, 06:58 AM	#51
arturob "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: SpaceX Watch: GMT2 BLNR Posts: 147	Thank you all for all the feedback and details. So far I am still undecided. I do love the breguet rose gold, but as others mentioned, the date window really messes up the dial.. I went by to try it again and truly love the piece, so I am holding off for a preowned one to not take the depreciation hit. Another thing that slightly concerns me is service time. I have a few Rolex and have not had to service yet.

12 January 2019, 05:06 PM	#57
myporsche "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: LA<>NY Watch: Rolex♠Lange Posts: 2,277	Really beautiful watch, pretty much in all variants, this might be "the one" for me one day. Curious to see if Patek will release another breguet variant this year.

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