Thank you! The 5940 is indeed a treat and could be even better in white! nt

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Baselworld 2012: Patek Philippe novelties!

 
 By: Dje : March 9th, 2012-15:18
So the wait is over and all the 2012 novelties are revealed. Patek Philippe plays a very conservative card this year, but offers several very appealing new models. I'll come back later and in greater depth to the Patek Philippe novelty of the year, the 52...  

Thank you for a great report!

 
 By: emcquillan : March 9th, 2012-16:14
It is much appreciated here. The 5940 in a white metal would be a knock out. The case and layout exude elegance. I am very intrigued. Interesting trend towards the bracelets, which are nice but not my cup of tea. Awesome pictures of the celestial. Best,

Me too!

 
 By: BluNotte : March 9th, 2012-18:03
I just can't help but falling in love with that 6102P! Only matter is, why oh why MUST a rotor, no matter how micro, exists! Damn! A fine lineup this year! Cheers Stephen

Well, setting this baby

 
 By: 4Js : March 9th, 2012-18:47
Must beone chore. I think a winder is in order.I don't like the date. To me ths watch is like aLange Emil 1815 moon. Adoring thecelestial is heaven. Plus price is sure to be a killer. But platinum.... Well Stephen thisis your song. Love is a many splendor... 

More than a song!

 
 By: BluNotte : March 13th, 2012-08:19
Should be an opera! But alas, that damn rotor! I agree, an absolute beauty, You should see a real life photo! Stephen

5207R!!!

 
 By: murcielago_boy : March 12th, 2012-05:11
I NEED IT! Absolutely stunning piece..

Thanks Dje

 
 By: Quan : March 9th, 2012-20:10
Love to see 5123J Looks simply beautiful

Thanks Dje. a few pieces there worth thinking about

 
 By: watch-guy.com : March 9th, 2012-21:46
I think the 5204- mmmeeeh- not my cup of tea- possibly better if seen on the wrsit would love to see the 5235 IRL 5940- they just went to the back catalogue- no imagination-love the dial though Julian

A wonderful report!

 
 By: Gary G : March 9th, 2012-21:54
I appreciated the informative and enthusiastic descriptions as much as the "real world" photos that give a great sense of what these new pieces are really like. Some beauties in there! Will look forward to your more detailed writeups when you return to so... 

Fantastic report, thank you!

 
 By: dr.kol : March 9th, 2012-23:34
The new collection made me in a way very happy: nothing to dream about. The real novelties were quite limited; 5204 being something really new. The rest of the novelties are more or less just new versions of old watches. Anyhow, I do not complain. Patek i... 

My pleasure Kari!

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:48
Hi, The 5123R is a watch that needs to be tried on (well all need I know, but specially this one). Regarding the 80th anniversary, I share your opinion. But the year is not over and Patek Philippe generally doesn't celebrate at Basel. I don't know if they... 

Bravo, Jerome! Well done, my friend.

 
 By: amanico : March 9th, 2012-23:37
Well, except the Rattrapante  and the Celestial which are the two true novelties, the others are more evolutions, did I get it right? The Rattrapante PC seems to be a superb watch, wih correct dimensions. The only thing I don't like, the two port hole... 

But you're not a mere mortal Vlad!

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:51
Hi, You're not a mere mortal Vlad! Everything is always possible..... I was sure you'd like the Celestial. Wait until you see it!!! Thank you my friend. Dje

Fantastic report and pictures Jerome

 
 By: DaMctosh : March 9th, 2012-23:51
Thank you! Patel is playing to their strengths, no big surprises. The new annual calendar dials look refreshing; can't wait to see them. Perhaps they'll be available even on strap?

Great

 
 By: serali : March 10th, 2012-01:18
Waiting for this annual report every year!!!!

Thanks! nt

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:52
nt

5204: a very brave new top Patek

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : March 10th, 2012-02:06
Many thanks first for this great report and the stunning pictures. The 5204's quality and technical aspects are certainly beyond any doubt. The only aspect to be discussed is the design: it is a very bold as quite modern looking grand comp. comming from P... 

Thank you for a great report!

 
 By: Mike Wood : March 10th, 2012-02:23
You saved me the expense of a trip to Basel 2012... and after your photo essay, I will put the money towards a 5235..! MW

Great report!

 
 By: efftee : March 10th, 2012-06:05
Thanks for the drool inducing pictures...

My pleasure! nt

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:54
nt

thank you

 
 By: Bruno.M1 : March 10th, 2012-07:10
the 5204 is a super watch but we expected this piece. One day they had to replace the 5004. In general it's not a great year. nice watches but other dials or other colored gold isn't a big revelation. And i think that can be said about almost every brand ... 

Thanks Bruno! Not such a bad year!

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:55
Hi, There are more temptations than I need this year again! From Patek Philippe, JLC or GP I could easily ruin myself! Best Dje

Great pictures, Dje.

 
 By: docsnov : March 10th, 2012-11:43
There is a long list of things to like about the new offerings. As a fan of yellow/pink gold, I like all the new models in colored gold cases, with my favorites being the 5207 with black dial, the 5940 cushion case perpetual, and the 5960 RG black dial. I... 

Thanks Dje!

 
 By: jporos : March 10th, 2012-13:59
I agree with you, the blue dialed Nautilus is the one.

Yes it is! Thanks! nt

 
 By: Dje : March 11th, 2012-14:56
nt

Thanks for the post.......5726 1/a white or grey???

 
 By: daytonaman799 : March 10th, 2012-15:43
The dilemma now is whether to get the 5726 1/a in white or grey and what to sell to help fund it! 5726 a, 5980, 3700/11j, 5712 1/a???

Hmmm.. me thinks my wife will like the WG Slate Grey 4968

 
 By: ArthurSG : March 10th, 2012-16:02
Thanks for the report.

Great report !

 
 By: Greenwatch : March 10th, 2012-19:55
Thanks Dje for sharing. Like you, I still love the 5711/1a in blue dial. Of the 2012 novelties, my winner is the 5960r in black dial -- looks very elegant, and beside I always prefer an automatic. Combining it with a chrono feature and an AC complication ... 

Thanks for the report, Jerome.

 
 By: Davo : March 10th, 2012-22:08
I'm so still wanting a 5960...

Thanks Jerome for your excellent report & photos.....

 
 By: Topcat30093 : March 10th, 2012-22:23
Just what I have been waiting for My first thoughts? The R/G 5960 with black dial looks stunning. Like you, I would, if the option EVER arose ha, ha, still go with the 5207P And the lighter coloured dial on the Nautilus range, just do not excite me. Thoug... 

Not to my taste

 
 By: Timertom : March 11th, 2012-01:30
A superb report and lovely pics, But goodness, I'd have expected far more from Patek. None of these watches are to my taste, specially the new perpetual, on which the dial and hands simply don't do it for me. Never thought I'd see a PP dress watch with lu... 

You can not change 5726 leather strap to metall :-(

 
 By: tempus : March 12th, 2012-00:36
Yesterday the director of a european country showed me the all watches. I was disappointed that it is not possible to change 5726 bracelet, I got it with leather strap. He will talk with them but I'm pretty sure they won't change their decision... 5204 is... 

Thanks Jerome !

 
 By: cisco : March 11th, 2012-11:50
A great overall view of the novelties, Patek has a very large offer now for the ladies (I loved the blue chronograph) and with metal bracelet. All that follows are my personnal impressions looking through the showcase windows (which explains the bad photo...  

excellent report

 
 By: ivanclai : March 11th, 2012-19:56
I like your pic and comments too. It is almost like you make my life meaningful after seeing all these beautiful pieces. Thanks a lot.

hi dje , awesome report

 
 By: darma : March 12th, 2012-00:53
i very much like the 5204 and the celestial. My source tells me the horizontal lines on the new 5711 dial are a little bigger than the previous version, could be wrong on that but worth checking out for future reference. keep up the good work my friend. r... 

BEST REPORT !!

 
 By: Gatsby : March 12th, 2012-04:37
Thanks so much for sharing - best report, really fantastic !!!! As a huge Nautilus Fan i can't wait to see the white dials, but i am so deep in love with my dark blue 5711, not sure, if i need them !! Would be great to get more information from PP regardi... 

This report is just...GREAT !

 
 By: dirost : March 12th, 2012-09:51
Thanks so much, Jérome, for this report and your beautiful pictures... I won't comment the great stars (for example the Celestian) but have a few questions on much more "modest" watches. Are the new 5396 color versions only available on golden bracelet ? ... 

fantastic, thanks! (nt)

 
 By: ei8htohms : March 12th, 2012-11:24
Nt

My pleasure! nt

 
 By: Dje : March 14th, 2012-02:32
nt

the celestial is out of this world [nt]

 
 By: Aussie : March 12th, 2012-16:36
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thank you!

 
 By: gensiulia : March 13th, 2012-10:42
thanks for sharing this. best. christian.

Thank you Cisco............

 
 By: Topcat30093 : March 13th, 2012-12:22
For your lovely report

Thanks !

 
 By: cisco : March 13th, 2012-15:09
It is far away from the amazing job done by Jérome but I selected the one I liked basically cheers Francois

Thank you for this superb review! [nt]

 
 By: Miranda : March 18th, 2012-05:15
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