Trade in proposition

[ColoradoTime]

My gut is that the trade in value for a GMT and a SS Daytona would be closer to 30-35 range. That just wouldn’t be worth it to me to part with those watches.


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[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by SLWoodster

I’ve been shopping for a Patek for awhile. 5168g blue and green, 5167r.

I ended up putting up everything not-sentimental for sale which included Daytona, sprite, Starbucks, etc.

Then I just got annoyed with the Patek aquanaut after looking at it intently for awhile. The numbers are crooked and done rather poorly. It is the entry level watch they meant for it to be.

Most people do know that the Aquanaut line was designed to introduce young buyers to the brand without a large investment. Patek also has different levels of finish, and the Aquanaut would presumably be in the entry tier as to finish. I would not chase one for a bunch of sought after Rolexes unless you really love the design, wear and delicate feel of a Patek

[rolph]

If you do decide to sell, make sure you’re comfortable with your choice and that it aligns with your long term watch goals.

[geoach]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Most people do know that the Aquanaut line was designed to introduce young buyers to the brand without a large investment. Patek also has different levels of finish, and the Aquanaut would presumably be in the entry tier as to finish. I would not chase one for a bunch of sought after Rolexes unless you really love the design, wear and delicate feel of a Patek

Please show me some

REAL proof that "entry tier as to finish'' regarding an aquanaut.

[JSol1]

Originally Posted by geoach

Please show me some

REAL proof that "entry tier as to finish'' regarding an aquanaut.

The attempt to draw younger buyers to the brand is more the composite strap and overall aesthetic. I have a complication piece and no way the finish or attention to detail is any less.
I love my Rolexes and everything about them and I equally appreciate everything about PP…

[Calatrava r]

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

There are photos of watches I owned. There is no comparison between the finish on the plates of the 5296 and that of the 5101. It must be observed in person but the Patek finishing on their top complications is in the league of any of the best craftsman in the world.

[red1108nyc]

If you don’t go, you won’t have the chance to come back

[inadeje]

After the novelty evaporates you may regret that Patek entry level trade.

[watchwatcher]

I don't think getting rid of one Daytona and one GMT of your choice, is cutting things too deep, IMO. I wouldn't go any deeper than that, however.

Buyer's/Seller's remorse? Always a concern. One way to minimize is to consider the deal you're making today, and then thinking if you turned it around, i.e., what if you didn't want the Patek any more and wanted your two Rolexes back? How much, if anything, would you be out of pocket? If you're okay with the answer to those questions, well, you'll probably be fine.

Good luck,