5960P-016 capsule landed

[Vasco]

Hi all,

I'm glad to share with you (for the 600th post :p) something I've been looking at for years but never decided to make the move for, the black dial 5960P-016.

I've always been very attracted by the 5960P for its features but also the look (especially the grey version). Lately, with a softer "traditional" pieces market, I decided to take the plunge. Like the Nautilus, it's the kind of watches you are tempted to get several versions from. The grey one is a strap monster, perfect combination between classical and casual. However, this black one has something I find unique and its dial, a little matte, has a very appealing modern touch that doesn't show well on pictures.

To sum-up, adding to the concave bezel's shape (a detail I've been loving for years) and the platinum case, which is always a nice detail in Patek's collections, the watch gathers the functions that, to me, makes that watch the best value for money (especially in the grey version which is a steal). A Flyback chronograph (which can "inconveniently" serve as a second time zone), the Annual Calendar and a power reserve (I use a lot as I don't wear it fully during the day).

The 28-520 (first in-house automatic chronograph from PP) in this spec brings a chronograph which is:
- “Flyback” (hence can be reset without being stopped first);
- has a column-wheel feature (many vertical clutch chronographs don’t, as they are activated with cams) that provides a smoother activation feel (though far from the manual 29-535/27-70 feel);
- and, thanks to the vertical-clutch design:
.gets rid of the little “hand-jump” during the start (when the 2 wheels mesh together);
.brings impovement in terms of wear: the two disks stick to one another instead of teeth “colliding” together while running;
.brings improvement regarding energy loss: less amplitude loss compared to a classic horizontally coupled chronograph.

This is why Patek claims the chrono function can also be used as a permanently running seconds hand without risking undue wear and without affecting too much the rate accuracy or the power reserve of the watch.

Not a strap monster as black dials are often hard to pair with colors but black suits it very well. Cheers!

[Oryx]

This is a superb watch - congrats

[ChetBaker]

Fantastic aquisition. Love the 5960 and own the G

[KBM]

Outstanding! The best 5960 version for sure (black date wheels!), with a very short production run. Congrats and enjoy it to the fullest, my friend.

Ps. On it not being a strap monster, I think you would be surprised how well black pairs with colorful straps. Give it a go, you’ll have fun.

[Vasco]

Originally Posted by Oryx

This is a superb watch - congrats

Thank you!

Originally Posted by ChetBaker

Fantastic aquisition. Love the 5960 and own the G

Thanks! I've seen your pics, so many different versions, I've enjoyed trying the G many times when it came out.

Originally Posted by KBM

Outstanding! The best 5960 version for sure (black date wheels!), with a very short production run. Congrats and enjoy it to the fullest, my friend.

Ps. On it not being a strap monster, I think you would be surprised how well black pairs with colorful straps. Give it a go, you’ll have fun.

You may be right! after seeing your 5204's turquoise, I may have to visit a shop, I'm lucky to have ABP not that far away. Thanks for your nice words my friend :)

[Ichiran]

Congratulations it looks good on you!

[WatchTimes]

WOW!
Congrats!
Ive admired the 5960P since its launch!
I think each dial gives the watch a unique look.
The Black is the most elegant, Gray most versatile and the Blue the most sporty
Im lusting after the 5172 currently, a manual chrono and clean no date is just calling my name.

[GGGMT]

Amaze!!


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[Vasco]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Congratulations it looks good on you!

Thanks Ichiran, I must say I love its size and it's not as thick as in my memories, juste perfect to me

Originally Posted by WatchTimes

WOW!
Congrats!
Ive admired the 5960P since its launch!
I think each dial gives the watch a unique look.
The Black is the most elegant, Gray most versatile and the Blue the most sporty
Im lusting after the 5172 currently, a manual chrono and clean no date is just calling my name.

Thank you! I must say, it took me quite a while to understand and like it but all changed when a friend of mine let me try his grey version. What you say is very true, this dial diversification is a well thought offer. I've been looking at this 5172G for a looong while too (especially the blue one). I know there will be a 5172 (or a 5170P? :p) down the road for me too. I hope it will be reality for you soon!

Originally Posted by GGGMT

Amaze!!

Thanks!

[brandrea]

Congratulations, it’s a beauty

[FrançoisCzapek]

Love this, so jealous

[salnuaimi]

amazing piece ! wow .. congrats and wear it in good health

[Bazil]

Wow - congratulations and enjoy a stunning watch ..

[rmlovett1]

Very nice! Congratulations!

[SL BRABUS]

Look great on you!!!...

Congratulations.....!!!

[Flex368]

Congratulations on my favorite 5960P dial version.

[ButtButt]

Beautiful, congrats!

[Vasco]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations, it’s a beauty

Thank you brandrea :) It's an appealing classic to me too indeed.

Originally Posted by FrançoisCzapek

Love this, so jealous

Thanks, I hope you keep enjoying your learning path!

Originally Posted by salnuaimi

amazing piece ! wow .. congrats and wear it in good health

Much appreciated thank you

Originally Posted by Bazil

Wow - congratulations and enjoy a stunning watch ..

Thank you Bazil, after waiting for so long it's indeed time to enjoy it :)

Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Very nice! Congratulations!

Thank you! I'll enjoy it as you enjoy your 5270 :p

Originally Posted by SL BRABUS

Look great on you!!!...

Congratulations.....!!!

Thanks Brabus I must say I love its dimensions and it suits my dressing :p

Originally Posted by ButtButt

Beautiful, congrats!

Thanks a lot Buttbutt

Originally Posted by Flex368

Congratulations on my favorite 5960P dial version.

Glad you like it too, thank you! And let me then share a another one :)