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eric23 · 16 July 2012, 02:03 PM

Good Day All,

I am thinking of getting a new, should I go AP 15400 silver/white dial or Patek 5711 white dial? And why?

Here is a photo of the 5711 on me,

I will post this on both forums

Thanks,

Eric

Monte Cristo · 16 July 2012, 02:35 PM

I hear ya...I'm eagerly awaiting on the outcome of this thread myself

rtuy1 · 16 July 2012, 02:35 PM

i would say 5711

seattle1978 · 16 July 2012, 04:14 PM

I would pick Patek out of the 3

kilyung · 16 July 2012, 05:17 PM

Because its a Patek...

TimeOnHand · 16 July 2012, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Because its a Patek...

Adam K. · 16 July 2012, 06:41 PM

5711: Aside from the inevitable "better investment" angle with Patek Philippe, the movement is a distinctly better fit for the case and the date is positioned exactly where it should be relative to the dial edge.

Not so for the 15400, which suffers from a case that's too large relative to the movement diameter---many brands are guilty of this (including Patek, with some references) but there it is, nontheless. All of this said, I don't think Patek quality is one whit better in any respect...both the Nautilus and Royal Oak are superbly crafted luxuriously sporty watches.

Darlinboy · 16 July 2012, 08:48 PM

RO on this choice.

capote · 16 July 2012, 09:07 PM

AP. Why? Because they spawned the luxury steel watch genre

+ I don't like the white dial Nautilus personally.

oworkman · 16 July 2012, 09:31 PM

IMO the 15400 has the edges. Personal taste.

roh123 · 16 July 2012, 10:34 PM

Patek for me.

texex91 · 16 July 2012, 11:27 PM

Ooo, though one.

15400 for me as it's the ideal size and gives a little more presence on the wrist.

5711 looks a little small on your wrist (IMHO)--however, it's a great looking watch.

It's a tough call though, as PP is an amazing brand/piece.

You can't go wrong wither way.

Can't wait to see incoming!

S`` · 16 July 2012, 11:30 PM

Both

Slider817 · 16 July 2012, 11:49 PM

Personally, I prefer the smaller case of the 15300, or the 15202 than the larger 15400. Obviously, the Patek has a much better resale value, so if this is important to you, I think you have your answer, unless you are able to find an amazing deal on the 15400, which is unlikely because they just came out.

I think both are great watches, the Patek is a more recognizable brand, so if you want people to know that you have an expensive wristwatch, Patel is a stronger brand (nothing wrong with that).

I find the Royal Oak to be more comfortable, and personally, I think it looks a bit better, although, style and looks are very personal.

The Royal Oaks, especially considering that you can find some very nice prices on the second hand market, you could spend $8,000-$10,000 less on it than the 5711, so with that left over money, you can get plenty of other very fine watches.

But, for many watch enthusiast, we want to have a Patek in our collection, and considering the prices on the larger Diameter dress watches, and current fashion trends towards larger face watches, I don't see myself getting a more affordable Calatrava, so for me the Nautilus and Aquanaut are my only real choices.

Back to the question, I love the Nautilus, and I love the Royal Oak, both are great watches.

p_mcgee · 17 July 2012, 12:05 AM

All things equal I'd pick the Patek, but since I love both watches I'd save the $12K and buy the AP. I tried on the silver 15400 last week and it really pops!

ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 17 July 2012, 12:40 AM

If you want a white face I think AP trumps PP in this situation. Blue Face Different Story.

highdiver · 17 July 2012, 01:09 AM

I actually tried both recently. Silver 15400 and PP white 5711. I will say that if i havent bought my diver recently, I would pick 15400 cos its very sporty and give me a better feel on wrist. But since i have a diver, I will go for white 5711. I am the minority here. I like this new white dial more than blue dial.

Anyway, I think either one wont go wrong.

B. Doggy · 17 July 2012, 01:32 AM

Between those two, AP.

///armin · 17 July 2012, 01:41 AM

AP definitely

Sam Philip · 17 July 2012, 03:19 AM

Pp

mb23 · 17 July 2012, 03:49 AM

I have to say the AP between the white dials.

nick c · 17 July 2012, 05:06 AM

PP

MrJ320 · 17 July 2012, 06:21 AM

Hi Eric,

Tough call between the two and also there's a price difference. What about the new 15202? I think that's a closer comparison with the 5711, unless you are only looking for a white dial.

My preference would be 15202 -> 5711 -> 15400.

Cheers,
James

eric23 · 17 July 2012, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrJ320

Hi Eric,

Tough call between the two and also there's a price difference. What about the new 15202? I think that's a closer comparison with the 5711, unless you are only looking for a white dial.

My preference would be 15202 -> 5711 -> 15400.

Cheers,
James

Hi James,

I need a white/silver dial

TSW · 17 July 2012, 06:25 AM

My preferences would be 15300-15202-5711-15400

tomato · 17 July 2012, 07:00 AM

Hi Eric,

I agree with James' order of preference. Doesn't the 15202 also come in white? Just can't get used to the date window of the 15400.

MYK · 17 July 2012, 07:48 AM

Sorry if I complicate things but I'm loving the Aquanaut right now and I think you can definately pull it off. All beauties though, you can't go wrong!

eric23 · 17 July 2012, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomato

Hi Eric,

I agree with James' order of preference. Doesn't the 15202 also come in white? Just can't get used to the date window of the 15400.

I don't think it comes in white but I could be wrong.

MrJ320 · 17 July 2012, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eric23

I don't think it comes in white but I could be wrong.

The old 15202 comes in white (Evil Bendy has some pics of his), but the new 15202 only comes in the blue dial.

The old 15202 vs white 5711 is a tough one, think I'll have to see the 5711 in person to decide :)

Cheers,
James

eric23 · 17 July 2012, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MYK

Sorry if I complicate things but I'm loving the Aquanaut right now and I think you can definately pull it off. All beauties though, you can't go wrong!

I am looking for a white dial.

16 July 2012, 02:03 PM	#1
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	White/silver 15400 Or White 5711? Good Day All, I am thinking of getting a new, should I go AP 15400 silver/white dial or Patek 5711 white dial? And why? Here is a photo of the 5711 on me, I will post this on both forums Thanks, Eric

16 July 2012, 02:35 PM	#2
Monte Cristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Watch: ing you... Posts: 3,775	I hear ya...I'm eagerly awaiting on the outcome of this thread myself __________________ 'I am easily satisfied with the very best' - Winston Churchill

16 July 2012, 08:48 PM	#8
Darlinboy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,703	RO on this choice. __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

16 July 2012, 09:31 PM	#10
oworkman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Around........ Posts: 544	IMO the 15400 has the edges. Personal taste. __________________ Difficulties break some men but make others. Nelson Mandela

17 July 2012, 01:32 AM	#18
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Between those two, AP. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

16 July 2012, 02:35 PM	#3
rtuy1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Ramon Location: Philippines Watch: ss dj, tt dj Posts: 54	i would say 5711

16 July 2012, 04:14 PM	#4
seattle1978 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Watch: APs Posts: 561	I would pick Patek out of the 3

16 July 2012, 05:17 PM	#5
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Because its a Patek...

16 July 2012, 06:41 PM	#7
Adam K. Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: WA Watch: All the Oysters Posts: 811	5711: Aside from the inevitable "better investment" angle with Patek Philippe, the movement is a distinctly better fit for the case and the date is positioned exactly where it should be relative to the dial edge. Not so for the 15400, which suffers from a case that's too large relative to the movement diameter---many brands are guilty of this (including Patek, with some references) but there it is, nontheless. All of this said, I don't think Patek quality is one whit better in any respect...both the Nautilus and Royal Oak are superbly crafted luxuriously sporty watches.

16 July 2012, 09:07 PM	#9
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	AP. Why? Because they spawned the luxury steel watch genre + I don't like the white dial Nautilus personally.

16 July 2012, 10:34 PM	#11
roh123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Per Location: Sweden Watch: Gilt Rolex Posts: 2,946	Patek for me.

16 July 2012, 11:27 PM	#12
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Ooo, though one. 15400 for me as it's the ideal size and gives a little more presence on the wrist. 5711 looks a little small on your wrist (IMHO)--however, it's a great looking watch. It's a tough call though, as PP is an amazing brand/piece. You can't go wrong wither way. Can't wait to see incoming!

16 July 2012, 11:30 PM	#13
S`` "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Not Mars Posts: 1,004	Both

16 July 2012, 11:49 PM	#14
Slider817 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: William Location: New York Watch: Journe, AP & Lange Posts: 868	Personally, I prefer the smaller case of the 15300, or the 15202 than the larger 15400. Obviously, the Patek has a much better resale value, so if this is important to you, I think you have your answer, unless you are able to find an amazing deal on the 15400, which is unlikely because they just came out. I think both are great watches, the Patek is a more recognizable brand, so if you want people to know that you have an expensive wristwatch, Patel is a stronger brand (nothing wrong with that). I find the Royal Oak to be more comfortable, and personally, I think it looks a bit better, although, style and looks are very personal. The Royal Oaks, especially considering that you can find some very nice prices on the second hand market, you could spend $8,000-$10,000 less on it than the 5711, so with that left over money, you can get plenty of other very fine watches. But, for many watch enthusiast, we want to have a Patek in our collection, and considering the prices on the larger Diameter dress watches, and current fashion trends towards larger face watches, I don't see myself getting a more affordable Calatrava, so for me the Nautilus and Aquanaut are my only real choices. Back to the question, I love the Nautilus, and I love the Royal Oak, both are great watches.

17 July 2012, 12:05 AM	#15
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	All things equal I'd pick the Patek, but since I love both watches I'd save the $12K and buy the AP. I tried on the silver 15400 last week and it really pops!

17 July 2012, 12:40 AM	#16
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	If you want a white face I think AP trumps PP in this situation. Blue Face Different Story.

17 July 2012, 01:09 AM	#17
highdiver Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: HKG Watch: APPPR IWC Posts: 208	I actually tried both recently. Silver 15400 and PP white 5711. I will say that if i havent bought my diver recently, I would pick 15400 cos its very sporty and give me a better feel on wrist. But since i have a diver, I will go for white 5711. I am the minority here. I like this new white dial more than blue dial. Anyway, I think either one wont go wrong.

17 July 2012, 01:41 AM	#19
///armin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Armin Location: USA Posts: 533	AP definitely

17 July 2012, 03:19 AM	#20
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Pp

17 July 2012, 03:49 AM	#21
mb23 Banned Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Michael Location: Westchester, NY Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 4,744	I have to say the AP between the white dials.

17 July 2012, 05:06 AM	#22
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	PP

17 July 2012, 06:21 AM	#23
MrJ320 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: James Location: Toronto Watch: IG: @j.project Posts: 2,194	Hi Eric, Tough call between the two and also there's a price difference. What about the new 15202? I think that's a closer comparison with the 5711, unless you are only looking for a white dial. My preference would be 15202 -> 5711 -> 15400. Cheers, James

17 July 2012, 06:25 AM	#25
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	My preferences would be 15300-15202-5711-15400 __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

17 July 2012, 07:00 AM	#26
tomato "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Frank Location: Canada Watch: PAM & AP Posts: 368	Hi Eric, I agree with James' order of preference. Doesn't the 15202 also come in white? Just can't get used to the date window of the 15400.

17 July 2012, 07:48 AM	#27
MYK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Kuwait Watch: @kuwaitinglist Posts: 1,622	Sorry if I complicate things but I'm loving the Aquanaut right now and I think you can definately pull it off. All beauties though, you can't go wrong!

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