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Old 3 May 2012, 08:55 PM   #31
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What model is this ? Does it have dual time ?

Its a Ref 3940. A perpetual calendar (day, date month, leap year, phases of moon) and a non-independently adjustable 24 hour indication (slaved to the 12-hour display, in other words)


The 3940 is without question one of Patek's most elegant perpetual calendars, and was produced in all colors of gold, as well as a platinum version. The PP 240Q is a lovely self-winding movement that's been around long enough to have a track record of solid functionality, too--as haute horlogerie mechanisms go. Has been discontinued and the related 5140 has taken its place; it uses the same movement (and dial indications) and has a similar style, but is a bit larger in diameter.

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Old 3 May 2012, 09:06 PM   #32
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It's an abomination at any price!!!! Check out a much better looking Breitling new release
Breitling????? It's just TOO......too big, too busy, too cheap looking for my taste.
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Old 3 May 2012, 09:32 PM   #33
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The Sky-Dweller will no more be the flagship than the Yachtmaster II was... That job belongs to the historic DayDate...

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Old 3 May 2012, 09:39 PM   #34
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The Sky-Dweller will no more be the flagship than the Yachtmaster II was... That job belongs to the historic DayDate...
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Old 3 May 2012, 09:39 PM   #35
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Well, not really. The YMII caters to a very specific crowd. It's a hefty sport watch with a very specific countdown function.

The SKD, like the DD, is a dress watch with a function that applies to businessmen. The main difference is the SKD adds complication. I think a lot of people will be upgrading their DDs to SKDs.

As for whether Rolex makes it their flagship, we'll have to wait and see. No one defines such a thing but them (in their marketing and PR).

I'm betting they will.
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Breitling????? It's just TOO......too big, too busy, too cheap looking for my taste.
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Old 3 May 2012, 10:32 PM   #37
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Well, if the Day-Date epitomises classic Rolex, then the Sky-Dweller is all about what modern Rolex is capable of. It's a big injection of design flair and engineering know-how, and has, in my opinion, reinvigorated a brand that has been playing it safe for far too long. More of the same please, Rolex
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Old 3 May 2012, 10:47 PM   #38
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Stupid expensive. I'd rather buy this...



I would still have around 10 Grand to either buy another GMT or Travel.
Agree. if my lifestyle were desk-bound, this PP would be it.
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Old 3 May 2012, 11:07 PM   #39
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Well, if the Day-Date epitomises classic Rolex, then the Sky-Dweller is all about what modern Rolex is capable of. It's a big injection of design flair and engineering know-how, and has, in my opinion, reinvigorated a brand that has been playing it safe for far too long. More of the same please, Rolex
Excellent point, Chris. If a company rests on their laurels for too long, things get stale and boring. I commend Rolex for thinking outside of the box, taking chances and mixing it up a little bit. Many may not like the new model, but at least they are moving in the right direction!
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Old 3 May 2012, 11:13 PM   #40
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I would still have around 10 Grand to either buy another GMT or Travel.
Doesn't this one list for $91K USD?
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Old 3 May 2012, 11:15 PM   #41
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Help me with this.

Does the PP read 25 past February on the dinky right hand dial?
I think it's reading June, first year in the four year leap-year cycle.
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Old 4 May 2012, 12:59 AM   #42
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i'll never like the sky-dweller regardless of price. just not an attractive watch and doesn't keep with rolex and its traditional styling...
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