Many congrats sir, pure class. thank you for sharing your watch journey and insights. The collection has come a long way, some serious heavy hitting pieces, wear and enjoy them in good health!
Thank you for following. I always seem to say this, but my acquisition pace will now be severely tapered, and my existing collection will be consolidated into a more manageable size. So that I can enjoy each and every watch.
That means a lot coming from you. I think it will look better once I get a smaller leather strap and it gets broken in to conform to my wrist. It should sit flatter on the wrist then. But I think it will make a better dress watch, in comparison to my Rolex. And I can wear it with my more formal suits. Keep in touch.
Congratulations! Great adition to your collection. You should get your 5212A soon, I was offered mine 6 months after getting the 6119R. I had the opportunity to choose between both the white gold and the rose, the rose was the winner for me. Enjoy in good health.
I hope you’re right. I’m awaiting the call for a 5212A or 5226G. I have no way of knowing when, or if I will be offered one. I suppose if I wait long enough, eventually it will come in.
Congratulations my man. Patek is where it's at. Govberg are not going to lose their Patek agency. Thierry Stern opened their dedicated Miami Patek boutique. You'll get a 5212A within a year. Availability is much better. Looking forward to seeing where your Patek journey takes you. I politely suggest sticking with one AD and building your purchase history with them. Forget about the Princeton AD.
I'm sure a 5212A or 5226G will eventually come if I am patient, but I cannot be certain when. I am wondering if the AP Royal Oak is still worth the pursuit.
@sc1 AP are the kings of messing people around. If you only want a Royal Oak just go grey and avoid the AD games. Both those Pateks are doable within 12 months. There is a snowball effect with Patek - buy more, get offered more etc. Until you're broke!
For the 6119, I definitely prefer the white gold variant. However, my favorite Calatrava presently offered is the 5227J, which is an unadorned yellow gold case with ivory dial, date display and brown strap.
very interesting about the AR. i have been thinking about dropping my collection down from 12 to 5 watches and this 6119 is one that I am considering for an everyday watch. Your live use clips that show reflections is something I had not considered. There is nowhere close to me where I can view this watch so your video was helpful. Please consider uploading youtube shorts of this watch out and about showing the reflections outside and in various conditions. I just subscribed to your videos and am hoping to see updateson this piece.... its a beautiful piece and I hope you wear it in good health.
I did put up a Short recently of my 6119. Still a lot of reflection on video, but, in person, it is more legible to read the dial than it appears on video. More to come…
lol I replayed this vid 2x already 👌🏽, what a perfect Patek combo. Actually the clarity of your videos display the watch almost like if it was in person, and clearly demonstrates the characteristics of white gold vs stainless steel, and to be honest I think all your Pateks should be in white gold or platinum 🔥, it’s a subtle class flex. The perfect 3rd piece maybe should be the white gold WorldTime 5231G, it’s classic and iconic with the globe colors supplements the other Pateks perfectly, Then sell some of the Rolex and you’re done.
i was looking at the pictures. 5231 is beautiful, and great size, but too much to spend on one watch right now. maybe someday… white gold is perfect to keep it low-key, but still have that luster up-close, and to feel the extra heft on the wrist. I think the Calatrava would be too light if it were steel. the gold balances it out.
@@sc1 Tell you the truth 😤 for that $91k Worldtime I’d get rid of all big size Rolex in your case, the two Sky-dwellers (since you have a blue dial DJ and a gold DD to compensate and not repeat the same dials n metal) the Explorer Polar and the Sea Dweller put that money on Patek and be done with buying watches for a while.
Seriously considering this watch! I’m leaning toward the white gold but still not 100% sure. Would love to see a video of your collection in its entirety. Thank you for the videos!
I love your taste in watches and clothing. Thank you for making these videos and thank you for your military service. I have a very similar wrist size to you and the 36mm Rolex is my favorite fit although I do own larger watches. The Patek 6119 is a beautiful watch and I love the manual movement but it does wear larger than 39mm on you, and larger than the other Patek. I was looking at this watch as it can be found pre-owned full set from reputable sellers at quite a bit under retail. But I prefer a smaller and more discrete look for a dress watch and this one would likely look like a dinner plate on my wrist.
Yes! Delightful! And you posted before Friday. 😊 Now I’m starting to think that Patek suits you and your style so much more than Rolex. I mean, really, what a finely crafted watch. Are you interested in Vacheron at all? Their thin gold watches could be nice additions. Anyhow, well done!
I felt the pressure was on from you, so I put the video out early 🥴. I now belatedly realize what you meant about having enough experience with Rolex. Patek is on a completely higher level. I don't even know if there is Vacheron boutique anywhere near me, but a yellow gold would look nice. I'm still fascinated with the steel AP bracelet. I hope you caught my NYC video where I visited the AP House. She was nice, but grilled me about why I was asking for an AP. I don't have much hope of getting a Royal Oak. I'm going to send you a gmail about something else. I need your opinion.
@@sc1 Shoot me that email. And if Boston isn’t too much of a pain for you to get to, I could make an introduction. It didn’t work for the last person I introduced to them but if you go there in person and have the endorsement, maybe that will work. For AP the 37mm RO and the 38 Chrono and of course the code 11 are going to be better entry points. I’m soooo very glad you are enjoying watches outside of Rolex and I’m loving living vicariously through you!
Huge congrats, mate! It's an amazing watch. It's funny you mentioned it wears large - I thought the same thing the two times I've tried it on. After you've had it for a few months, please do a comparison video against the 5205G. That's my dream watch and planning for my 45th in two years.
Right now, I think the 5205G is still the superior watch: the Annual Calendar Complication, the complex Blue color dial, Sector dial design, symmetric windows, beautiful Moonphase illustration, concave bezel, scooped out case sides, hollow see-through lugs, self-winding movement. So much more intricate and difficult to construct. But it is slightly "sporty" and the Calatrava 6119G is more of a true dress watch. Very thin case and minimalist "Bauhaus" dial design. And the Calatrava is just classic Patek.
@@sc1 That's super helpful. I've personally solved for the formal dress watch through Lange so am drawn to the unconventional case of the 5205 - and I agree, it's bigger proportions work especially with how the lugs hug the wrist. Plus an annual calendar is just too cool, at least until I decide a full QP is needed down the line 🤣
Oh hell yeah. I think my favorite Calatrava is the 5196 (I'd take any of them - white gold, yellow or rose gold, but probably the yellow would be my 1st pick) but I'm recently warming up to the 5119 (and/or the 5120) with the hobnail. It seems like the 6119 is a combination of the two (5196 and the 5119)... I do wish it were 36-37mm though. 39mm is large for a dress watch. I have the same size wrists.
The hobnail is a positive. Quintessential Patek. Same here, I would prefer the 6119G to be 36-38mm. But I will sacrifice the size for a brand new watch, with a brand new movement.
@@sc1 Indeed. I thought my first Patek would be the 5196, but I'm seriously thinking about the 5119 or the 5120 instead (not happening soon though). Such a classic look, but so is the 5196, though some might find the 5196 a bit boring. I like boring though. As mentioned, I think the 6119 is the best of both worlds, but just a touch large (this upsizing in the watch industry- Rolex - is frustrating for my small wrists!) I've never tried one on though. so I'll reserve judgement. From your videos, I would guess that it would wear too large for my tastes. But it is a beautiful watch, no doubt. I hope you post more videos of it.
@@sc1 I think now you’ll have to stick with the one that got you this Calatrava from but I don’t see an issue with shopping around and getting on a couple lists if you’re still waiting.
Congrats on this purchase! I am looking at that watch as well. I tried on the rose gold version and I connected with it instantly. The dealer asked if I wanted to submit my interest for it. I declined to do so as I do not want to submit interest with out being 100% committed like I was for my Rolex GMT BLNR. Like you, my AD also lost their account with Patek so I am being picky with who I go with next. Will buying other watch brands within the same AD help you in getting other Pateks? One AD I am considering carries Rolex and Patek along with Cartier, Longines, Panerai,etc.
Yes, I think buying other watches will help. But don't buy anything unless you really like it. I would go ahead register your interest in a Calatrava. It might still take a while to get, and you could always decline or take your name off the list if you change your mind.
Great watch! Yellow or rose gold is too gaudy for evening wear. White gold (or even steel) has always been the right way to go. Yellow/rose is for more informal settings. Patek knows this, and will say so if asked.
Beautiful watch and fits you perfectly. I really enjoy my 5227J. Congratulations and wear it in good health. You will get the other watches soon. Did you discuss the Nautilus? And if you did, what would you have to buy first before being allocated one?
I did not ask about the Nautilus here. Another other store mentioned that I would need “a collection” of Pateks before applying for a Nautilus 5811. I’ll ask again if I get the 5226 or 5212.
Excellent collection. Just one little piece of advice/info for you, if you allow me: the right way to pronounce the name of the brand is Patek with accent/emphasis on the a, not on the e. Something like Paatek! The reason is that is a Slavic surname. I appreciate almost everyone gets it wrong, but if you don’t trust me just watch any interview with Mr Stern (Patek’s owner), and check how he pronounces it.
You are correct, and I realized it after I made the video. I corrected myself on my latest video: ua-cam.com/video/DrFAvtXKwl4/v-deo.html If anyone knows, then Thierry Stern knows. He also pronounces the "t" and more of a soft "d" sound.
@@sc1 you are such a humble and lovable guy. Another guy in your shoes could have said something like: “well let’s see your pateks”. I wish you all the best!
@@sc1 also, many ADs themselves get it wrong, and many big collectors too. So no shame in that. Even the London Patek boutique says it wrong on their own answering machine message! Everyone tries to pronounce it the French way, but it’s actually an Eastern European surname
Wow... a great classy review! Do you travel with your watches? How do you pass the security lines at the airport? I guess you have TSA. Do you need to take off your watches?
Lovely watch, a good choice and I'd be very happy to add that to my own collection someday. However please don't fall into the trap of thanking a shop for selling you a product that they literally exist to sell, at no doubt an extortionate mark-up on production cost. It's a marketing ploy.
Congrats! Did you consider the Rolex 1908 as an alternative? My feeling is that many people will buy a Calatrava (possibly used) instead of the Rolex as they look quite similar and PP is something different if you already have plenty of Rolex.
i finally held a Cellini in-person. the case is actually much thicker (and heavier) than the Calatrava. 1908 will probably be just as thick as the Cellini.
I returned, and simply asked the owner if he was still accepting requests for new Patek Philippe. That’s when he said no, and he will be losing his Patek status. Still maintaining Rolex, so I was able to buy the Submariner!
Many congrats sir, pure class. thank you for sharing your watch journey and insights. The collection has come a long way, some serious heavy hitting pieces, wear and enjoy them in good health!
Thank you for following. I always seem to say this, but my acquisition pace will now be severely tapered, and my existing collection will be consolidated into a more manageable size. So that I can enjoy each and every watch.
Congratulations! Calatrava is the cornerstone of Patek Philippe. It's a very beautiful and understated watch. Wear it in good health!
It is good to finally own the Classic. 🙏🏻
Exquisite ! The watch, the video, the whole experience ! Congratulations! And Thank you for sharing !
Congratulations on your purchase! You will never look back after starting the Patek collection journey
So true! I see what you mean. After owning Patek, I see a drastic drop in my desire for more Rolex. And a more focus to expand my Patek collection.
So happy that you decided to get the Calatrava! It’s pure class, through and through. Looks absolutely fantastic on you!
That means a lot coming from you. I think it will look better once I get a smaller leather strap and it gets broken in to conform to my wrist. It should sit flatter on the wrist then. But I think it will make a better dress watch, in comparison to my Rolex. And I can wear it with my more formal suits. Keep in touch.
Congratulations!
Great adition to your collection.
You should get your 5212A soon, I was offered mine 6 months after getting the 6119R. I had the opportunity to choose between both the white gold and the rose, the rose was the winner for me.
Enjoy in good health.
I hope you’re right. I’m awaiting the call for a 5212A or 5226G. I have no way of knowing when, or if I will be offered one. I suppose if I wait long enough, eventually it will come in.
So beautiful. Congrats on the new addition.
I'm glad you caught the video.
Another fantastic video, and big congratulations on this new timepiece! Just amazing! 👍
Thank you very much!
Congratulations on your watch. I love this collection especially the sector dial they use with a couple of concentric circles.
Marvellous pair…always a please to follow your journey…so many Pateks to choose from…
Congratulations my man. Patek is where it's at. Govberg are not going to lose their Patek agency. Thierry Stern opened their dedicated Miami Patek boutique.
You'll get a 5212A within a year. Availability is much better. Looking forward to seeing where your Patek journey takes you. I politely suggest sticking with one AD and building your purchase history with them. Forget about the Princeton AD.
I'm sure a 5212A or 5226G will eventually come if I am patient, but I cannot be certain when.
I am wondering if the AP Royal Oak is still worth the pursuit.
@sc1 AP are the kings of messing people around. If you only want a Royal Oak just go grey and avoid the AD games.
Both those Pateks are doable within 12 months. There is a snowball effect with Patek - buy more, get offered more etc. Until you're broke!
Congratulations on obtaining this beautiful and timeless Calatrava.
Many thanks!
It's a beauty. Congratulations!
Rose gold my vote, but it looks good on you S.C.
Excellent choice. I have a 5296R. Simple but sheer class.
For the 6119, I definitely prefer the white gold variant. However, my favorite Calatrava presently offered is the 5227J, which is an unadorned yellow gold case with ivory dial, date display and brown strap.
That is a beautiful dial as well. I wasn't sure about the hinged back case back on the 5227, whether it is a positive or a negative.
very interesting about the AR. i have been thinking about dropping my collection down from 12 to 5 watches and this 6119 is one that I am considering for an everyday watch. Your live use clips that show reflections is something I had not considered. There is nowhere close to me where I can view this watch so your video was helpful. Please consider uploading youtube shorts of this watch out and about showing the reflections outside and in various conditions. I just subscribed to your videos and am hoping to see updateson this piece.... its a beautiful piece and I hope you wear it in good health.
I did put up a Short recently of my 6119. Still a lot of reflection on video, but, in person, it is more legible to read the dial than it appears on video. More to come…
Congrats! A very elegant watch.
Thank you, I consider it a true dress watch.
lol I replayed this vid 2x already 👌🏽, what a perfect Patek combo. Actually the clarity of your videos display the watch almost like if it was in person, and clearly demonstrates the characteristics of white gold vs stainless steel, and to be honest I think all your Pateks should be in white gold or platinum 🔥, it’s a subtle class flex. The perfect 3rd piece maybe should be the white gold WorldTime 5231G, it’s classic and iconic with the globe colors supplements the other Pateks perfectly, Then sell some of the Rolex and you’re done.
i was looking at the pictures. 5231 is beautiful, and great size, but too much to spend on one watch right now. maybe someday…
white gold is perfect to keep it low-key, but still have that luster up-close, and to feel the extra heft on the wrist. I think the Calatrava would be too light if it were steel. the gold balances it out.
@@sc1 Tell you the truth 😤 for that $91k Worldtime I’d get rid of all big size Rolex in your case, the two Sky-dwellers (since you have a blue dial DJ and a gold DD to compensate and not repeat the same dials n metal) the Explorer Polar and the Sea Dweller put that money on Patek and be done with buying watches for a while.
Seriously considering this watch! I’m leaning toward the white gold but still not 100% sure. Would love to see a video of your collection in its entirety. Thank you for the videos!
I love your taste in watches and clothing. Thank you for making these videos and thank you for your military service. I have a very similar wrist size to you and the 36mm Rolex is my favorite fit although I do own larger watches. The Patek 6119 is a beautiful watch and I love the manual movement but it does wear larger than 39mm on you, and larger than the other Patek. I was looking at this watch as it can be found pre-owned full set from reputable sellers at quite a bit under retail. But I prefer a smaller and more discrete look for a dress watch and this one would likely look like a dinner plate on my wrist.
yes, the 6119 wears larger than it would seem on paper.
Yes! Delightful! And you posted before Friday. 😊 Now I’m starting to think that Patek suits you and your style so much more than Rolex. I mean, really, what a finely crafted watch. Are you interested in Vacheron at all? Their thin gold watches could be nice additions. Anyhow, well done!
I felt the pressure was on from you, so I put the video out early 🥴.
I now belatedly realize what you meant about having enough experience with Rolex. Patek is on a completely higher level.
I don't even know if there is Vacheron boutique anywhere near me, but a yellow gold would look nice.
I'm still fascinated with the steel AP bracelet. I hope you caught my NYC video where I visited the AP House. She was nice, but grilled me about why I was asking for an AP. I don't have much hope of getting a Royal Oak. I'm going to send you a gmail about something else. I need your opinion.
@@sc1 Shoot me that email. And if Boston isn’t too much of a pain for you to get to, I could make an introduction. It didn’t work for the last person I introduced to them but if you go there in person and have the endorsement, maybe that will work. For AP the 37mm RO and the 38 Chrono and of course the code 11 are going to be better entry points. I’m soooo very glad you are enjoying watches outside of Rolex and I’m loving living vicariously through you!
cool, I just sent the gmail.
Great taste. Agree with these two choices made.
I also look forward to graduating from my Rolex to a Patek Calatrava. Kudos! I prefer the white gold, which will match my platinum wedding band.
I never thought I would go for Patek…until I decided. But it is a big step forward!
Congrats, 5226 is a very nice watch.
Beautiful watch! You have great taste sir 👌🏼
Thank you kindly!
Congratulations 👏🏻 Nice pick up interesting to see. How fast they come now
Nice suit by the way.
Thanks, third Patek unboxing video coming soon.
Huge congrats, mate! It's an amazing watch. It's funny you mentioned it wears large - I thought the same thing the two times I've tried it on. After you've had it for a few months, please do a comparison video against the 5205G. That's my dream watch and planning for my 45th in two years.
PS. I do prefer the WG with that grey dial and vertical brushing.
Right now, I think the 5205G is still the superior watch: the Annual Calendar Complication, the complex Blue color dial, Sector dial design, symmetric windows, beautiful Moonphase illustration, concave bezel, scooped out case sides, hollow see-through lugs, self-winding movement. So much more intricate and difficult to construct.
But it is slightly "sporty" and the Calatrava 6119G is more of a true dress watch. Very thin case and minimalist "Bauhaus" dial design. And the Calatrava is just classic Patek.
@@sc1 That's super helpful. I've personally solved for the formal dress watch through Lange so am drawn to the unconventional case of the 5205 - and I agree, it's bigger proportions work especially with how the lugs hug the wrist. Plus an annual calendar is just too cool, at least until I decide a full QP is needed down the line 🤣
Oh hell yeah.
I think my favorite Calatrava is the 5196 (I'd take any of them - white gold, yellow or rose gold, but probably the yellow would be my 1st pick) but I'm recently warming up to the 5119 (and/or the 5120) with the hobnail. It seems like the 6119 is a combination of the two (5196 and the 5119)... I do wish it were 36-37mm though. 39mm is large for a dress watch. I have the same size wrists.
The hobnail is a positive. Quintessential Patek.
Same here, I would prefer the 6119G to be 36-38mm. But I will sacrifice the size for a brand new watch, with a brand new movement.
@@sc1 Indeed. I thought my first Patek would be the 5196, but I'm seriously thinking about the 5119 or the 5120 instead (not happening soon though). Such a classic look, but so is the 5196, though some might find the 5196 a bit boring. I like boring though. As mentioned, I think the 6119 is the best of both worlds, but just a touch large (this upsizing in the watch industry- Rolex - is frustrating for my small wrists!) I've never tried one on though. so I'll reserve judgement. From your videos, I would guess that it would wear too large for my tastes. But it is a beautiful watch, no doubt. I hope you post more videos of it.
Very nice acquisition
Thanks 👍
congrats man!
🥳 thanks!
Amazing.
When are you going to enter Patek World? 🤟
Patek is not the only family owned watchmaker in Geneva, Chopard are family owned as well.
Holy smokes you just got on the list for this. Congrats man!
This one was Fast. I was secretly hoping for October, but more realistically expecting it within 6-12 months.
@@sc1 No doubt. I guess your trips to two ADs was worth it.
@@anthonysaephan I keep getting advice to stick with one AD. Not sure what to believe.
@@sc1 I think now you’ll have to stick with the one that got you this Calatrava from but I don’t see an issue with shopping around and getting on a couple lists if you’re still waiting.
5226G on a black strap is a killing beauty.
yes, it is!
I do not have the money for this, but dream of that PP Calatrava, the VC Traditionnelle small seconds, and the JLC Moon Ultra Thin blue.
Thank you sharing
Puuuure class.
Congrats on this purchase! I am looking at that watch as well. I tried on the rose gold version and I connected with it instantly. The dealer asked if I wanted to submit my interest for it. I declined to do so as I do not want to submit interest with out being 100% committed like I was for my Rolex GMT BLNR. Like you, my AD also lost their account with Patek so I am being picky with who I go with next. Will buying other watch brands within the same AD help you in getting other Pateks? One AD I am considering carries Rolex and Patek along with Cartier, Longines, Panerai,etc.
Yes, I think buying other watches will help. But don't buy anything unless you really like it.
I would go ahead register your interest in a Calatrava. It might still take a while to get, and you could always decline or take your name off the list if you change your mind.
Can you make a video on the thought process while you're downsizing a collection. Currently doing that myself. Not as easy as I thought
That was quick
Great watch! Yellow or rose gold is too gaudy for evening wear. White gold (or even steel) has always been the right way to go. Yellow/rose is for more informal settings. Patek knows this, and will say so if asked.
Beautiful watch and fits you perfectly. I really enjoy my 5227J. Congratulations and wear it in good health. You will get the other watches soon. Did you discuss the Nautilus? And if you did, what would you have to buy first before being allocated one?
I did not ask about the Nautilus here. Another other store mentioned that I would need “a collection” of Pateks before applying for a Nautilus 5811. I’ll ask again if I get the 5226 or 5212.
I always wondered whether you can ask for a new watch or you can only buy the display unit
Excellent collection. Just one little piece of advice/info for you, if you allow me: the right way to pronounce the name of the brand is Patek with accent/emphasis on the a, not on the e. Something like Paatek! The reason is that is a Slavic surname. I appreciate almost everyone gets it wrong, but if you don’t trust me just watch any interview with Mr Stern (Patek’s owner), and check how he pronounces it.
You are correct, and I realized it after I made the video. I corrected myself on my latest video: ua-cam.com/video/DrFAvtXKwl4/v-deo.html
If anyone knows, then Thierry Stern knows. He also pronounces the "t" and more of a soft "d" sound.
@@sc1 you are such a humble and lovable guy. Another guy in your shoes could have said something like: “well let’s see your pateks”. I wish you all the best!
@@sc1 also, many ADs themselves get it wrong, and many big collectors too. So no shame in that. Even the London Patek boutique says it wrong on their own answering machine message! Everyone tries to pronounce it the French way, but it’s actually an Eastern European surname
Wow... a great classy review! Do you travel with your watches? How do you pass the security lines at the airport? I guess you have TSA. Do you need to take off your watches?
I don’t take off my watch through security. I have TSA pre -check because I am in the military. If I bring second watch, I put it in my carry-on bag.
Lovely watch, a good choice and I'd be very happy to add that to my own collection someday. However please don't fall into the trap of thanking a shop for selling you a product that they literally exist to sell, at no doubt an extortionate mark-up on production cost. It's a marketing ploy.
Noted!
Congratulations
Did you consider the Rolex 1908
Congrats! Did you consider the Rolex 1908 as an alternative? My feeling is that many people will buy a Calatrava (possibly used) instead of the Rolex as they look quite similar and PP is something different if you already have plenty of Rolex.
i finally held a Cellini in-person. the case is actually much thicker (and heavier) than the Calatrava. 1908 will probably be just as thick as the Cellini.
@@sc1 1908 is a bit thinner at 9.5 mm. Probably impossible to get for now anyway.
Amazing how the 5205G looks smaller on your wrist than the Calatrava...
I prefer white gold for the dress watch.
Congratulations! How did you find out your AD was loosing Patek?
I returned, and simply asked the owner if he was still accepting requests for new Patek Philippe. That’s when he said no, and he will be losing his Patek status. Still maintaining Rolex, so I was able to buy the Submariner!
Looks nice, but I prefer undersized Calatravas
quite understandable
I chose white gold 6119G
I have been offered 5227g by the AD and declined, asked for this instead. Is it easy to get it from the AD? how long was the wait
I guess that they are both about equally difficult/easy to get from the AD.
baller watch
Any Patek is a good Patek.
Where is all of this money coming from?? Congrats mate!
There is no fountain of wealth coming in. 😘 I've sold a couple of my older Rolex, but Patek is definitely a step forward. 🤙🏼
S~best , have a good day,
thank for visiting 🤟
So what's after Patek? Richard Mille?
heck no, I will stay with Patek.