Patek Philippe New Watch Collection 2022

holdemchamp1225 · 2022-01-03T10:30:13Z

Explore holdemchamp1225's journey to acquire the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. 5650G 'Advanced Research,' dubbed 'The Terminator.' Discover collector insights on this rare timepiece.

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holdemchamp1225, a respected member of the WatchProSite community, shares the compelling backstory behind his acquisition of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. 5650G 'Advanced Research' — affectionately dubbed 'The Terminator.' His narrative explores the complex emotions of regret, the fluctuating luxury watch market, and the ultimate satisfaction of owning a highly coveted timepiece. This article delves into the community's reactions to his journey and the watch's significance.

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What can I say? Regret can be an expensive lesson but peace of mind is priceless 🤦

So here is the back story. I will try to be brief.

I was originally offered this watch from a boutique when it was first launched. Regretfully, I declined as I already had a 5164 Travel Time which is essentially the same watch in SS and without the Advanced Research tech. Didn't think I needed or wanted something so similar, something I have learned is definitely not true due to mistakes and experience.

I had multiple chances to rectify this regret but just could not get myself to pull the trigger due to the market jumping in price so drastically.

Fast forward to a few days ago and this piece was once again offered to me BUT thus time it came from a friend who wanted to use the funds for something much more important.

Maybe it was the regret finally taking its toll or the fact that helping a friend pushed me over the edge. Who knows? 🤷‍♂️

What I do know is, contentment / satisfaction has NO price and what the hell, it's only money 🤣

Being homeless chic has it's benefits 🙉🙊🙈

So please welcome "The Terminator" into my humble collection 😁

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 5650G is widely considered an unattainable grail watch for many collectors, making its acquisition a significant event.
Several members, including Miles_151, shared holdemchamp1225's initial regret of passing on the 5650G at retail price, highlighting the common collector's dilemma when a unique reference is first released.
The discussion underscores a philosophical debate among collectors regarding the financial implications of luxury watch purchases versus the intrinsic value of personal satisfaction and passion.
The 5650G's 'Advanced Research' designation and its innovative GMT gears and levers are a key technical highlight, distinguishing it from the standard 5164 Travel Time.
The sentiment that 'peace of mind is priceless' and 'life is too short' resonated strongly, suggesting that for many, the emotional value of a desired timepiece outweighs its monetary cost, within reason.
The 5650G's rarity and 'investment piece' status, while not the primary driver for holdemchamp1225, were acknowledged by others as a secondary benefit of such a significant acquisition.

The Discussion

nasseriq

Jan 3, 2022

congratulations - that is a fine watch. And you only live once - unless you are James Bond!

holdemchamp1225

Jan 3, 2022

Thanks, 007 or cats 😉🤣

Bill

Jan 3, 2022

Let me be the first to congratulate you on the Terminator. Enjoy it in great health.

holdemchamp1225

Jan 3, 2022

Many thanks Bill. Missed you at Michel's last night. You missed a good time 🤷‍♂️

penfriend

Jan 3, 2022

Nice way to kick off the year

Congrats for making that move - I personally find it very hard to revise earlier taken non-shopping decisions when it shows afterwards that they were the wrong ones ;-)

holdemchamp1225

Jan 3, 2022

I was the same way for many years my friend. NEVER wanted to revisit something from the past but life as taught me some pretty important lessons and one of them is to rectify past mistakes and minimize regret. Much more peace of mind that way...

at least for me 😉