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Old 19 July 2012, 06:03 AM   #391
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My new acquisition

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Old 19 July 2012, 06:32 AM   #392
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I'm kinda pressed for time so I'll have to make a more thorough thread of pics and impressions when I can. Sorry for the teaser - wasn't my intention. Oops...

So here is my new, Geneva-fresh 5146G. I spent about a month deciding on the model, taking on all comers, then another month settling on the WG/Slate version. And then, after being sure this was the one for me, honestly, I spent 3 weeks trying to talk myself out it of all together... I didn't do very well on that last part, LOL.

Moments like now remind me how I totally underestimated the quiet joy/pleasure/contentment to be had just through owning a nice watch. As I'm sure you all understand, today I'm feeling fortunate...

More pics will follow but all I can say is that the last time I was this attracted to a face, I married her!
Gorgeous, Excellent Choice, Congrats Jim!!!!
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Old 19 July 2012, 06:33 AM   #393
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Congratulations, Great Choice.

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Old 19 July 2012, 07:21 AM   #394
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Old 19 July 2012, 09:24 AM   #395
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Beautiful!!! Major congrats. The 5146 is a true modern classic.
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Gorgeous, Excellent Choice, Congrats Jim!!!!
Thanks, Brian and Dan!

I have discovered that this watch has those tool-less spring bars, where one fingernail is all you need. Very cool.
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Old 19 July 2012, 09:25 AM   #396
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Thanks, Brian and Dan!

I have discovered that this watch has those tool-less spring bars, where one fingernail is all you need. Very cool.
That is neat.
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Old 19 July 2012, 09:36 AM   #397
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I'm kinda pressed for time so I'll have to make a more thorough thread of pics and impressions when I can. Sorry for the teaser - wasn't my intention. Oops...

So here is my new, Geneva-fresh 5146G. I spent about a month deciding on the model, taking on all comers, then another month settling on the WG/Slate version. And then, after being sure this was the one for me, honestly, I spent 3 weeks trying to talk myself out it of all together... I didn't do very well on that last part, LOL.

Moments like now remind me how I totally underestimated the quiet joy/pleasure/contentment to be had just through owning a nice watch. As I'm sure you all understand, today I'm feeling fortunate...

More pics will follow but all I can say is that the last time I was this attracted to a face, I married her!
Very nice Jim and major congrats!!
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Old 19 July 2012, 09:56 AM   #398
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Very nice Jim and major congrats!!
Ken, thanks much!
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Old 19 July 2012, 05:21 PM   #399
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ok, wristshot!
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Old 19 July 2012, 08:14 PM   #400
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ok, wristshot!
Great PIC.
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Old 19 July 2012, 10:54 PM   #401
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I'm not a fan of artsy, digital photo filters. But when you have a pic that's a total reject, as in overexposed, low contrast and, most of all, not sharp, then IMO all tools are allowed on the table. If you like this kind of thing, then here is a bit of PP eye candy for you...
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Old 20 July 2012, 05:41 AM   #402
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This is just breath taking, unbelievable, incredible...and unbelievable again!

I can't believe I missed such a post! Wonderful collection!

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I'm not a fan of artsy, digital photo filters. But when you have a pic that's a total reject, as in overexposed, low contrast and, most of all, not sharp, then IMO all tools are allowed on the table. If you like this kind of thing, then here is a bit of PP eye candy for you...
I really like that picture!
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Old 21 July 2012, 01:44 AM   #403
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Old 21 July 2012, 02:38 AM   #404
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Old 21 July 2012, 02:43 AM   #405
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Old 23 July 2012, 12:18 AM   #406
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Old 23 July 2012, 12:38 AM   #407
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I'm not a fan of artsy, digital photo filters. But when you have a pic that's a total reject, as in overexposed, low contrast and, most of all, not sharp, then IMO all tools are allowed on the table. If you like this kind of thing, then here is a bit of PP eye candy for you...
That's kinda neat, thanks for sharing Jim.
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Old 23 July 2012, 02:21 PM   #408
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Was in Vegas - they had almost every non-application model under glass - except this one...an the guy said there was a waiting list - now that's gotta make you feel good... ;)
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Old 23 July 2012, 02:24 PM   #409
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Old 24 July 2012, 08:25 PM   #410
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So here is my new, Geneva-fresh 5146G.
congrats jim!! looks amazing! wear it in good health
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Old 24 July 2012, 10:23 PM   #411
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Was in Vegas - they had almost every non-application model under glass - except this one...an the guy said there was a waiting list - now that's gotta make you feel good... ;)
My understanding is they purposely control production numbers for this and I believe the Aquanaut possibly as well.

Patek wants to make sure it doesn't become to easy to attain, which in turn would ruin the value owning this watch.
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Old 25 July 2012, 06:13 AM   #412
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Wrist shots 5711G vs 5711R
Shame I am rubbish with taking photos but the Nautilus really looks better than photos on a flat wrist like mine! The dial also looks darker with better lighting!



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Old 25 July 2012, 11:47 AM   #413
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Shame I am rubbish with taking photos but the Nautilus really looks better than photos on a flat wrist like mine! The dial also looks darker with better lighting!
Awesome Pair!!
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Old 25 July 2012, 06:37 PM   #414
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Jim, congratulations on both your lovely 5156 as well as your photographic skills :)

saudipaneristi.................Well what can I say, but mouth watering beautiful collection of Patek Philippe's :)
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Old 25 July 2012, 08:49 PM   #415
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Thanks! I think I am done with PP. Hopefully, they wouldn't bring out the 5726'G'
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Old 26 July 2012, 01:11 AM   #416
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Been trying to hunt down a 5131 J or G but no luck... the enmal... sigh...

I think all we need now is a minute repeater and maybe the celestial.
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Old 26 July 2012, 01:17 AM   #417
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Been trying to hunt down a 5131 J or G but no luck... the enmal... sigh...

I think all we need now is a minute repeater and maybe the celestial.
Plenty around you just have to pay twice retail to get one!! I have been on waiting list for a long time and my chances are slim to none as my AD said but I am willing to wait it out and take my chances.
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Old 26 July 2012, 02:23 AM   #418
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Very nice! Perhaps we can get some pictures of the cars to round out the collection? I have a feeling there are a few jems in there as well!
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Old 6 August 2012, 12:50 PM   #419
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KHALID!! how are you mate? it's Ali, from Kuwait.. i hope you have been well brother! missed you a lot :)

guys, i have seen the LIGHT. this is my uncle's watch, i tried it on today and ... you know :)
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Old 6 August 2012, 09:29 PM   #420
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KHALID!! how are you mate? it's Ali, from Kuwait.. i hope you have been well brother! missed you a lot :)

guys, i have seen the LIGHT. this is my uncle's watch, i tried it on today and ... you know :)
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