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Old 14 March 2018, 12:15 AM   #1
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Perfect Rolex & Patek duo

Just for fun, lately I’ve been thinking about what would be my Rolex & Patek duo of choice for life (I don’t know why, since I’m not looking to purchase). After much thought I’ve come to the conclusion that I would pick my SubC Date and the 5712. I think they compliment each other very well and I’m very casual so I dont need a dress watch.

Curious to know what TRF would pick from the two best brands in the world imho.

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Old 14 March 2018, 12:18 AM   #2
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thats a good combo... i would do what you suggested or get the 5164.
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:26 AM   #3
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In my current stable, I could reduce to a 116610LV and the 5164A and be completely happy. So that is the perfect pair for me.
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:28 AM   #4
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5164 and Daytona black/Sea dweller...tough call
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:33 AM   #5
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My current duo but I wouldn't mind a 5711 blue and white Daytona C combo.


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Old 14 March 2018, 12:36 AM   #6
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The nice duo, PP5711 white & R116500 black.
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:36 AM   #7
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I always think about that too. Current plan is either 5711 blue/Yg DD, or Daytona C white/5205R or 5712R. The issue is I don't want to pay premium for 5711 or the 500 C Daytona through.

But my dream combo will be PP minute repeater/YG DD. Hopefully can get there in 10 years :-)
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:38 AM   #8
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5164 and Daytona black/Sea dweller...tough call
This is roughly what was on my mind as well. I just wasn't sure if I'd go Daytona, SD4Kc, or SubC Date. I've never worn them, so it would most likely come down to whichever one I took to on the wrist.

That being said, the 5164A-001 is one of my favorite watches. A close second here would be the 5711/1A-011.
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Old 14 March 2018, 12:55 AM   #9
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I'd choose a blue dial Nautilus.
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:04 AM   #10
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Perfect Rolex & Patek duo

I need to bend the rules a little because I can narrow it down to four for now, but I can’t make it to two just yet. 🤦🏻

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Old 14 March 2018, 01:08 AM   #11
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I need to bend the rules a little because I can narrow it down to four for now, but I can’t make it to two just yet. 🤦🏻

Thats a solid 4.
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:08 AM   #12
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In my current stable, I could reduce to a 116610LV and the 5164A and be completely happy. So that is the perfect pair for me.
I have this pair in SS too. Love them. 5712 is my third fave SS, and D500 fourth. I'd happily mix and match thru these.
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:09 AM   #13
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:11 AM   #14
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I need to bend the rules a little because I can narrow it down to four for now, but I can’t make it to two just yet. ����

Amazing set, and that's without your best PP imho.
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:12 AM   #15
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I think it’s a perfect combo!
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:13 AM   #16
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I'd do 116506 and 5522A (Pilot Calatrava, NY edition of 600).
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Old 14 March 2018, 01:47 AM   #17
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My current duo but I wouldn't mind a 5711 blue and white Daytona C combo.


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I’ll take black over white Daytona any day.


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Old 14 March 2018, 01:58 AM   #18
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Sub LVc and 5711
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Don’t know if it’s the “perfect” two.....but picking from what I have...






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Old 14 March 2018, 02:05 AM   #20
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5711r 116618lb.
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Old 14 March 2018, 02:05 AM   #21
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[QUOTE=nyc2la;8367394]I need to bend the rules a little because I can narrow it down to four for now, but I can’t make it to two just yet. 🤦🏻


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Old 14 March 2018, 02:23 AM   #22
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Old 14 March 2018, 02:24 AM   #23
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Next to my Sub, i would add one of these 3: 5711/1A-o1o, 5711R or 5726/1A-oo1.
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Old 14 March 2018, 02:29 AM   #24
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I really like this combo. Very nice!!!
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Old 14 March 2018, 02:37 AM   #25
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With what's currently offered, I'd say:

SubC Date + 5711 Blue

With what I believe is released within the next few years:

SD43 all white text + 5196G @ 38mm w/ larger movement


There's a lot of crazy options in PM or with complications you could mix things up with. However, on a two watch collection, I feel you need to stick to the basics to have you covered in every situation. Essentially a 'sport + dressier' combo.
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Old 14 March 2018, 02:40 AM   #26
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I have this pair in SS too. Love them. 5712 is my third fave SS, and D500 fourth. I'd happily mix and match thru these.
Send the others to my please
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Old 14 March 2018, 03:06 AM   #27
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I need to bend the rules a little because I can narrow it down to four for now, but I can’t make it to two just yet. 🤦🏻

Wow! Congratulations on a great taste and a beautiful set!
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Old 14 March 2018, 03:14 AM   #29
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Damn close to perfect if you ask me! Looking good!
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