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Old 31 May 2019, 08:26 AM   #31
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I get the issue. One would rather come to PP naturally, but the truth is, if/when you do, prices could potentially be outrageous. The Aquanaut used to trade for under retail and has completely exploded.

If what goes up, doesn't come down, there may not be another chance to enter into the Patek world.
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Old 31 May 2019, 08:32 AM   #32
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Time to put a Day-Date into that collection of yours.
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Old 31 May 2019, 08:44 AM   #33
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Think it's pretty clear you are just going to flip the Nautilus as you have hype-itis, go see a watch doctor immediately and take a cold shower. If you seriously wanted to try a Patek you would go for a Calatrava.
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Old 31 May 2019, 09:21 AM   #34
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buy what you can get... decision is easy...execution is hard
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Old 31 May 2019, 11:44 AM   #35
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You want it not because you like it, but because others do. But either way you still want it and will not be happy until you get it. So just go for it.
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Old 31 May 2019, 11:55 AM   #36
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My dilemma is I don't fancy Patek watches, Rolex watches surely looks much better imo.
This is not a dilemma. You don't fancy Patek so don't get a Patek, problem solved!
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Old 31 May 2019, 12:04 PM   #37
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A. Lange & Sohne. Another fantastic watch brand.
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Old 31 May 2019, 04:28 PM   #38
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The blue dial 5711 is definitely a grail watch for me, no doubt. However, reality is that I’m never going to have one.

Fortunately, a blue dial 41 mm DJ with fluted bezel and Jubilee bracelet is attainable and equally as impressive to me (IMHO). Bluesy too.

I really like the Aquanaut. It’s beautiful. Again, I’d love to have one. However, I prefer my 114060 over it.

I could go on. Calatrava 5196. Love it. I want one, but I could get a nice JLC dress watch and be just as impressed.





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Old 31 May 2019, 05:22 PM   #39
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I would put your name down on both the Patek and Rolex if possible, and ponder on the idea for little while.
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Old 31 May 2019, 05:23 PM   #40
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Luxury issue not a dilemma IMHO. Buy what you like!
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:18 PM   #41
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My feeling is buy what you like. Pateks are cool but even ignoring the price most of their models aren’t for me at all. I might get a Calatrava or 5711 but their other watches really don’t interest me much.
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:22 PM   #42
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Hi all fellow members,

I like to share my current watch collection situation and hope to seek feed backs and advice what would be the way forward if you were in my shoes.

I have both White and black ceramic daytona, Hulk and Batman. I love Rolex watches, more specifically Rolex sports watches. I am eyeing to get the Pepsi and is on several wait list for one.

I am not sure if i should continue to acquire Rolex sports model which I really like a lot or gather my resources and go for my first Patek like 5711 (assuming i can get them).

My dilemma is I don't fancy Patek watches, Rolex watches surely looks much better imo. However every serious watch collector seems to suggest Patek is the final destination.

Your feed backs would be much appreciated. Thank you
Why are you buying watches: 1. to wear and love; 2. as investment (bad idea); 3. just as something to collect; 4. to look cool with your friends/peers ?

If its 1, it makes no sense to buy something you dont like. It also makes no sense to stick to one brand just because. Actually the only patek the appeals to me is the white gold Aquanaut with blue dial. Maybe next year ....
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:24 PM   #43
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I moved onto Patek when I thought the time was right. I had at that point only 5 Rolex's in my collection. I've added more Rolex's and Patek's since then. Buy what you like and fancy, not what the trend dictates.

I sure as heck would love some SS Pateks but theyre impossible to get past even after having spent 250K at a shop. No end in sight for how much I need to spend to justify them giving up a SS for me.
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:33 PM   #44
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I don't bother with things I don't fancy. What strange behaviour.
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:45 PM   #45
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I would only buy what I like
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Old 31 May 2019, 07:48 PM   #46
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Patek is certainly grail level, IMHO. But, I wouldn’t get one just to have a Patek. I think moving to a Patek is a natural progression though. I now have two, a 5726/1a and 5712r. Both are great watches but not nearly as robust as a Rolex thus they get WAY less wrist time. These particular Pateks are scratch magnets!
This is exactly the feeling I have towards this Dilemma, Rolex are much more robust and suited to general wear.

I have literally just got rid of my 5167a in the lure of a oysterlfex Daytona and the 5711 spends more time in the safe than being worn. The last time I did wear it put a nice dint on the bezel.
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Old 31 May 2019, 08:18 PM   #47
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i wouldn't buy one to just check it off the list per say, buy if you can afford it and you actually love it

there are plenty of grail worthy brands that are above rolex- lange, vc, moser, ap, invicta, journey etc etc I'm sure you can move up to any of these
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Old 31 May 2019, 08:37 PM   #48
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Hmmm, seems you are chasing the hype. Why want more sports when you already have your sports Rolex watches. There is more to Patek then just the Nautilus. (Patek (dress) is a whole different level do. Ofcource not as rugged as Rolex. You have Volvo and Maserati. Which one is best depends on the specific purpose. For me: Formal setting and suit = Patek or Lange. Rolex and others for everything else
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Old 31 May 2019, 09:23 PM   #49
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i wouldn't buy one to just check it off the list per say, buy if you can afford it and you actually love it

there are plenty of grail worthy brands that are above rolex- lange, vc, moser, ap, invicta, journey etc etc I'm sure you can move up to any of these
You started off well but then the drinking took over.
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Old 31 May 2019, 10:14 PM   #50
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Sell those watches you love and put the funds toward the Patek you don't "fancy."
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Old 31 May 2019, 10:17 PM   #51
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You started off well but then the drinking took over.
was wondering if anyone would notice
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Old 31 May 2019, 10:18 PM   #52
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You started off well but then the drinking took over.


I’m sure invicta is some 12 year old’s grail lol


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Old 31 May 2019, 10:20 PM   #53
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Pass on Patek.
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Old 31 May 2019, 10:21 PM   #54
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My dilemma is I don't fancy Patek watches, Rolex watches surely looks much better imo.
I don't see the dilemma. Why on earth would you want something you don't fancy?
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Old 31 May 2019, 10:44 PM   #55
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Hi all fellow members,



I like to share my current watch collection situation and hope to seek feed backs and advice what would be the way forward if you were in my shoes.



I have both White and black ceramic daytona, Hulk and Batman. I love Rolex watches, more specifically Rolex sports watches. I am eyeing to get the Pepsi and is on several wait list for one.



I am not sure if i should continue to acquire Rolex sports model which I really like a lot or gather my resources and go for my first Patek like 5711 (assuming i can get them).



My dilemma is I don't fancy Patek watches, Rolex watches surely looks much better imo. However every serious watch collector seems to suggest Patek is the final destination.



Your feed backs would be much appreciated. Thank you


I believe you answered your own question. Why in the world buy a watch you don’t love? Regardless if the watch is $5.00 or $50,000.00? For the sole purpose of having a “serious watch collection” as you call it.

There are other brands other then Patek if you want to diversify. I disagree and think Patek make stunning watches but I am not you. And if I was, I’d look elsewhere or stick to Rolex, which you love.
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Old 31 May 2019, 11:05 PM   #56
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Don’t like it, don’t buy it. It’s your watch, you wear it.

What’s other people think of Patek is irrelevant.






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Old 1 June 2019, 12:37 AM   #57
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I would not fret over a 5711 unless you really want one. Otherwise, a lot of worry and wait for nothing. As said they are fragile and easily scratched.
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Old 1 June 2019, 01:03 AM   #58
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I’ve thought about Patek and really considered the Aquanaut, but it just does not sing to me. Like you, I love the sports Rolex lineup. I did add an AP ROO with the rubber strap because it fits my love for sports watches. There are lots of options. Buy something you love rather than something “you feel like you should have in the collection.” At least that’s how I think about collecting...
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Old 1 June 2019, 01:30 AM   #59
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Many other brands and options to consider rather than force a choice based on trends and/or what others like and/or consider a “grail”.
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Old 1 June 2019, 02:40 AM   #60
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Why don't people just ask the question they really want to ask.

"I want to buy a watch that either holds it's value or appreciates. My choices are the hardest models to get from Rolex and the hardest models to get from Patek. Which should I go for?"
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