Gazzla 23 Posted June 29, 2016 Hey Gang A little story behind this one. If you can be arsed with it, read on. If you just want the eye candy, feel free to scroll down. A lady friend of mine wanted a new watch with a larger, clearer dial than the 30mm she currently wears. Her mince pies are going and she has to squint and move her wrist to her eyes to tell the time. Knowing that I'm into watches and own a few reps she asked my advice; I said, as I do to everyone, that watches are a very personal taste and to give me some parameters, which were: Yellow gold case Yellow gold bracelet or brown leather strap We decided between 35-38mm (not a dainty wrist) White or cream dial Sapphire crystal Stick markers Date complication Auto movement Oh, and I do like Patek Philippe . . . Armed with this I knew the best man for the job. Enter, stage left Tim, Fat Panda, Watchfinder. I dropped him an email and gave him these parameters. Within 2 hours he sent some pics of this 5296. Fitted every criteria: Tim: 'Here you go, Gaz. A yellow gold 5296, 38mm, white dial, sapphire with an A ETA movement on brown leather' Me: 'Yes please, Tim.' So here we are. Delivered just 10 days after the first email. Service of the highest order. Take a bow, Tim, although I suspect it was Dan that did all the work . . . And what a stunner. The sleekness of the case is incredible, just 9.6mm, 10.7mm with the slightly domed sapphire crystal. I was expecting the usual cardboard cow rep strap, but this is actually very soft, well made and totally satisfactory. The crown operation is excellent; smooth and trustworthy with satisfying clicks. Date flips over bang on 12 and is perfectly centred. Nice exhibition caseback, which is a big tell, but that won't bother the recipient, or me, really. The only downside is that I need to part with it, although given the quality I might just email Tim again . . . If you've stayed with me thus far, then well done and thanks. Here's something for your endurance Pics: Here's the Gen: Gaz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted June 29, 2016 Holy Fucking Shit Gazz ....... . That is Gorgeous bet she will pleased as punch mate .. And dem pics .............. " Hell Fire " .. Stunning ! For the record , i read the post , all of it .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchaholicMallorca 2 Posted June 29, 2016 Very nice Gaz, good luck parting ways with it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted June 29, 2016 Classic elegance captured beautifully, I quite enjoyed the "scene setting" before the pics.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2hot2trot 4 Posted June 29, 2016 Fair play all around. I enjoyed your story and I am sure your friend will be more than excited to receive this. Bang on the money mate, judging her requirements. Just by looking at the comparisons (who needs the case back details) At gen to rep the only issue would be the size of the crown. Again I would not have a clue and indeed would not care. Pics, gorgeous as usual. I have lots to learn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted June 29, 2016 Nice piece, I'm glad there are still Patek reps with ETA movements out there, the slim profile is what this watch is all about, a decorated Miyota just wouldn't be the same!! I do wish they'd plate the caseback though, got the same issue with my 5131j!! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted June 29, 2016 Nice piece, I'm glad there are still Patek reps with ETA movements out there, the slim profile is what this watch is all about, a decorated Miyota just wouldn't be the same!! I do wish they'd plate the caseback though, got the same issue with my 5131j!! DC Honestly D, it's fantastic in the flesh, super sleek compared to any other rep I've had. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Godfathar 1 Posted June 29, 2016 Top notch post. Magnificent photography. Well done mate.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted June 29, 2016 She is gonna Shit The Bed fella what a result Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted June 29, 2016 In the box, ready to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2hot2trot 4 Posted June 29, 2016 In the box, ready to go. I am truly in awe of this. Forgive my ignorance but does it have a high beat movement Gaz? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted June 29, 2016 I am truly in awe of this. Forgive my ignorance but does it have a high beat movement Gaz? Yep, A ETA, 28,800bph. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted June 29, 2016 Holy Fucking Shit Gazz ....... . That is Gorgeous bet she will pleased as punch mate .. And dem pics .............. " Hell Fire " .. Stunning ! For the record , i read the post , all of it .. I new you'd read it , Dal. Thanks mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86 0 Posted June 29, 2016 Bellissimo! I've been trying to avoid your photo-shoots of late cause they make me far too emotional! Oh and I'm skint! Now go and get one for yourself Sir. Suits ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. purely innocent, hope to see it on the wrist of a new owner, member here or not Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. purely innocent, hope to see it on the wrist of a new owner, member here or not Great fun. Comedy is always best when unintended. :lmao: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted June 29, 2016 Awesome pics and very pretty watch. Lovely clean dial. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. purely innocent, hope to see it on the wrist of a new owner, member here or not Great fun. Comedy is always best when unintended. :lmao: I just realized my own unintended comedy after I read it in a different context. Sorry Gaz... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantomtech 4 Posted June 29, 2016 Now that looks like an awesome rep! Your photos of the rep look better than the gen photos you provided... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2hot2trot 4 Posted June 29, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. purely innocent, hope to see it on the wrist of a new owner, member here or not Great fun. Comedy is always best when unintended. :lmao: I just realized my own unintended comedy after I read it in a different context. Sorry Gaz... NO. What do you mean? Explain yourself and only "hard" facts will be scrutinised.... :lmao: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted June 30, 2016 Excellent work Gaz, she found the right man for the work. Seeing as you will have to part ways perhaps she will offer up a wristie on delivery day? Slightly presumptuous cmdErr. purely innocent, hope to see it on the wrist of a new owner, member here or not Great fun. Comedy is always best when unintended. :lmao: I just realized my own unintended comedy after I read it in a different context. Sorry Gaz... NO. What do you mean? Explain yourself and only "hard" facts will be scrutinised.... :lmao: Um . . .I didn't really want this thread to end up in section 8 . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
