Patek Philippe 5164: Precious Metal Choice

penfriend · 2024-06-30T15:14:18Z

Explore the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. 5164 in precious metals. Collectors debate white gold vs. rose gold, dial aesthetics, and personal preferences.

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In a captivating original post, WatchProSite member 'penfriend' shares their recent experience at an Authorized Dealer, where they encountered two distinct precious metal versions of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. 5164. 'penfriend' presents their personal choice and invites the community to weigh in on their preferred metal, sparking a lively discussion on aesthetics and collectibility. This article synthesizes the community's diverse opinions, offering valuable insights for collectors considering this iconic reference.

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Saw both versions some weeks ago at the AD and made my choice going blue, should come in autumn. Which is your favourite…?

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 new Patek Philippe Ref. 5164G in white gold with a blue dial holds significant appeal, with some collectors even preferring it over the new Ref. 5980G blue.
The rose gold version of the Ref. 5164 is favored by some for its dial treatment, which is perceived to offer a 'deeper' and 'more complex' aesthetic.
The decision between the white gold and rose gold versions of the 5164 is genuinely challenging for many collectors, highlighting the strong appeal of both configurations.
The author, 'penfriend', notes that the blue dial of the precious metal 5164G captivated them far more than the steel version, or even other new releases like the 5980 or the new World Time models.
A suggestion was made to consider a more colorful strap, such as yellow, to further personalize the Patek Philippe 5164, prompting a question about strap customization.

The Discussion

@lberti

Jun 30, 2024

Brown would have been my choice.

Lankysudanese

Jun 30, 2024

+1.

Rose gold is very warm and versatile. Congrats in advance

penfriend

Jun 30, 2024

Thank you

Owning the 5712/1R with the full rose gold bracelet this rose gold Aquanaut just cannot compete