Premium for a good case VS premium for a full set?

[tough]

Thought I should ask this here to see what the rest would have a preference for.
Now we all acknowledge how hard it is to hunt for a vintage piece, and a chance to find an all round "perfect" watch for yourself, is extremely difficult.

The nice patina has a bad case, the good case doesn't have perfect patina, full set does not have matching hands, etc.

Now given these options, what would you be happier paying a premium for?

1) A full set, but a polished case, not a horrible condition - still a thick case, just one that has seen polish yet generally in relatively good condition given its age.

2) A pristine condition. Probably unpolished, or touched up possibly once, but a perfect watch, thick lugs, with everything original, flawless! - Watch only.

I have come to realise that both options 1 and 2 are priced the same.
In fact in a lot of cases option 2 is even pricer.
I have seen full sets go far cheaper even with a nice case if the dial was not perfect (no matching hands, etc).

What will you choose to pay a premium for?