Patek Philippe 5164 & More: A Collector's GMT and World Time Showcase

holdemchamp1225 · 2020-03-25T04:04:43Z

Explore a WatchProSite community roll call of Patek Philippe, Rolex, and JLC GMT and World Time watches. See collector favorites like the Patek 5164 and Rolex Batman.

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In a challenging global moment, holdemchamp1225 initiated a 'travel time / GMT roll call' on WatchProSite, inviting fellow collectors to share their favorite dual time zone watches. This thread quickly became a vibrant showcase of horological solutions for tracking multiple time zones, highlighting the community's diverse tastes and the enduring appeal of these practical complications. The discussion underscores how these watches offer a sense of connection to the wider world, even when travel is restricted.

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I have this on today Patek 5164.

Hope everyone is safe and keeping healthy 👍

About the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5164

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference 5164 is a travel time model within the Aquanaut collection. This specific reference is identified as 5164A-001, indicating a steel case.

The 5164A-001 features a rubber strap. No further details regarding the case material, crystal, or movement are provided.

This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Patek Philippe Aquanaut with a travel time complication and a rubber strap, suitable for various climates.

Specifications

Caliber: 324 S C FUS

Case: Stainless steel

Diameter: 40.8 mm

Dial: Black embossed

Water Resist.: 120 meters

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. 5164 is a popular choice for its sporty aesthetic and practical dual time zone functionality, often seen paired with both rubber straps and stainless steel bracelets for versatility.
Collectors frequently showcase a range of GMT and World Time complications, including multiple Patek Philippe references like the 5164, 5990, and various World Timers, alongside Rolex GMT-Master II models (Pepsi, Batman, and black bezel variants) and Jaeger-LeCoultre Universal World Timers.
The Rolex GMT-Master II 'Batman' (Ref. 116710BLNR) and 'Pepsi' are highly sought after, with collectors often sharing stories of patience and fortunate timing in acquiring these popular references from authorized dealers.
The lume performance on GMT watches, particularly on models like the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time, is a notable feature, enhancing readability in low-light conditions.
Some collectors express a strong attachment to their GMT watches, wearing them daily due to their utility and personal significance.

The Discussion

FabR

Mar 25, 2020

Not a Panerai I share (or wear) too often, so here it is...Cheers.

holdemchamp1225

Mar 25, 2020

Very nice, PAM 270 ? [nt]

FabR

Mar 25, 2020

Oops, don’t trust me blindly on Panerai references (even if I only own three!), but I believe it is a 270😉 [nt]

Artoxares

Mar 25, 2020