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72offsuit · 18 March 2016, 06:22 AM

Gone but not forgotten.

pacific17 · 18 March 2016, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bio guyver

Roooooooooooolex all the way the best the most recognised watch brand in the world even if you ask rich or poor people what is your dream watch 99% will say rolex. What this means. Rolex rocks

Nice!

opaline460 · 18 March 2016, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Frankly I'd do it the opposite way. Get the PP Nautilus first, then the RO, and finally the 116500 when demand has died down.

x2

Token74 · 18 March 2016, 08:29 AM

Thanks for the comments everyone, and for the pictures of your fine watches Kilyung.

I'm happy to bide my time for the AP and Patek, they are worth waiting for. Likewise the 5513, which will be the final piece of the jigsaw.

It's interesting listening to the different views re what's best. Personally, I like Sports watches and as such the three makers in question lead the way in my view. When it then comes down to which of the three is best, I'm not sure there is a right answer.

Patek win for me in terms of craftsmanship, AP in terms of aesthetic design, and Rolex for being a pioneer over the last 100 years and for producing such a good blend of design, quality, and durability.

My views are based on having owned five Rolexes but only on handling AP and Patek, so others here like Mike are far more qualified than me to speak on the subject of which is best.

In simple car terms, Rolex would be Porsche (supremely capable, timeless design), the AP would be Ferrari (droolworthy, a step up from the Porsche in many ways, but not as bulletproof so a bit of a trade-off), and PP would be Rolls (great craftmanship, but for most people reserved for special occassions).

Of course there are others such as Lange, JLC, IWC that aren't in my mix but have a place in any such discussion.

kngzfrd · 18 March 2016, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Token74

I will then just be chasing a birth year 5513 with a nicely faded bezel and great patina...after that, the good lady assures me we will have proven we don't need her cash and she is planning on very early retirement!!

I like her angle!

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AK797 · 18 March 2016, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Frankly I'd do it the opposite way. Get the PP Nautilus first, then the RO, and finally the 116500 when demand has died down.

Good advice, I've put my name down for the Daytona altho I know I am up against the oligarchs and sheikhs so we will see. Might have to ring up some smaller town ADs later on if I decide it's for me.

jrs146 · 18 March 2016, 08:58 AM

They are both very special watches. Very hard to decide between the two. It sounds like your ultimate plan is to own all of them 👍

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Manofsteelpt · 18 March 2016, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by bio guyver

Roooooooooooolex all the way the best the most recognised watch brand in the world even if you ask rich or poor people what is your dream watch 99% will say rolex. What this means. Rolex rocks

The same 99% will also say that Bose makes the best speakers in the world... Doesn't mean it's correct.

SamiKssiaa · 18 March 2016, 10:53 AM

Not keen on the shape of the nautilus

Daytona beats both of them

vitalsignsrn · 18 March 2016, 10:58 AM

Sounds like you both are completely in synch. Love that! I saw an AP on my surgeons wrist last year & was quite enamoured by it. But I have to tell you, I just can't get past the price for them. I'm not like a lot of the guys here that can truly appreciate the differences in the actual mechanisms but I do know a value (amongst the 2). , that with Rolex you get a lot for a lot less $$$ without compromising a thing.

Congrats on your choice.

DJ TT 2002 · 18 March 2016, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by vitalsignsrn

Sounds like you both are completely in synch. Love that! I saw an AP on my surgeons wrist last year & was quite enamoured by it. But I have to tell you, I just can't get past the price for them. I'm not like a lot of the guys here that can truly appreciate the differences in the actual mechanisms but I do know a value (amongst the 2). , that with Rolex you get a lot for a lot less $$$ without compromising a thing.

Congrats on your choice.

X2

After nearly 30 years as a physician, the most important thing I have learned is listen to the nurse !!!!!!!

18 March 2016, 08:29 AM	#34
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	Thanks for the comments everyone, and for the pictures of your fine watches Kilyung. I'm happy to bide my time for the AP and Patek, they are worth waiting for. Likewise the 5513, which will be the final piece of the jigsaw. It's interesting listening to the different views re what's best. Personally, I like Sports watches and as such the three makers in question lead the way in my view. When it then comes down to which of the three is best, I'm not sure there is a right answer. Patek win for me in terms of craftsmanship, AP in terms of aesthetic design, and Rolex for being a pioneer over the last 100 years and for producing such a good blend of design, quality, and durability. My views are based on having owned five Rolexes but only on handling AP and Patek, so others here like Mike are far more qualified than me to speak on the subject of which is best. In simple car terms, Rolex would be Porsche (supremely capable, timeless design), the AP would be Ferrari (droolworthy, a step up from the Porsche in many ways, but not as bulletproof so a bit of a trade-off), and PP would be Rolls (great craftmanship, but for most people reserved for special occassions). Of course there are others such as Lange, JLC, IWC that aren't in my mix but have a place in any such discussion. __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

18 March 2016, 08:58 AM	#37
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	They are both very special watches. Very hard to decide between the two. It sounds like your ultimate plan is to own all of them 👍 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

18 March 2016, 06:22 AM	#31
72offsuit "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Northeast Posts: 31	Gone but not forgotten.

18 March 2016, 10:53 AM	#39
SamiKssiaa Banned Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Scotland Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 292	Not keen on the shape of the nautilus Daytona beats both of them

18 March 2016, 10:58 AM	#40
vitalsignsrn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Judy Location: Ontario Watch: 116234 - 14060M Posts: 4,607	Sounds like you both are completely in synch. Love that! I saw an AP on my surgeons wrist last year & was quite enamoured by it. But I have to tell you, I just can't get past the price for them. I'm not like a lot of the guys here that can truly appreciate the differences in the actual mechanisms but I do know a value (amongst the 2). , that with Rolex you get a lot for a lot less $$$ without compromising a thing. Congrats on your choice.

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