Patek Philippe

hi, would like to get some opinion on this. I am looking for an entry level model of PP. Thanks

Hi,

The 5167A is my choice!

You get a cal 324 like the base in the 5159!

The watch is somewhat discreet, modern, water resistant, and if you like it like I do, beautiful!

Cheers

Dje

I have waivered on the Aquanaut for the past year or so, myself.  The trouble is I keep wanting some other watch more when it comes down to getting one.  It is after all, a fairly simple time-only piece in SS (although I think you may be after the new RG model, Dje), and there are many other SS watches with far more interesting movements than the 324, with additonal complications, etc. -- it becomes hard to justify spending the money on this PP, unless one really just wants to own a PP. In that price range and below, there are just so many options from so many brands.  That said, I really do like the design of the Aquanaut, perhaps because it is in some ways so atypical of PP -- a reason why many PP loyalists have shunned this model in the past -- but also just because it is a cool design and very distinctive.  I am not sure I wll ever get this model as the constant hesitation must be telling me something.  I look forward to seeing it on your wrist someday, as that may provide inspiration for me. I tend to like the watches you choose, and am currently after one in particular. LOL.

Best,

respo   

but wish it was a bit bigger- maybe 42mm

However it is a beautiful watch

Cheers

I think the 5167 is an excellent Patek. I would suggest the 5167R as i think the brushed gold looks great. Hoping to buy this latter one any time soon. As plain Patek's go, i think it is my favourite.

it was my first PP...and reasonably priced.

And its a really comfortable watch for daily wear. If you want an entry level complication then 5146?

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I’m a bit surprised that the Aquanaut is seen by so many as the best entry level PP. I would have thought it would be Calatrava all the way, or maybe an annual calendar. These, IMHO, typify PP much better than the sportier models. My first & only PP was a toss- up between the 5119g, 5196P & 5146g. The 5196P won. A total classic & I’m certain it will pass down to the next generation rather than be traded in for an upgrade at any later stage.

 

fnk

Namely the 5127G

Another one of my favorite Calatrava pieces. Big sweep seconds (less elegant but more practical), crown protectors, screw-down crown. Another family member also loves this piece. We are both very sad to see this piece discontinued.

But I think that I would be more then happy to purchase a pre-owned one.

 

 

When someone says "Patek Philippe", I don't think the Aquanaut would be the first watch that would come to mind.  The Aquanaut is not the best representative of the brand.

A Calatrava would be a much better representative.  Of the current line up, I would chose the 5296 non-sector as the single most representative entry level Patek Philippe watch.

 

I think the 5085/1a represents a great value and has many of the feature PP owners desire along with an attractive price-point on the secondary market.

The 6000G would be my choice!

You get the 240 caliber, the one with the micro-rotor, and where you can see all the beautiful finishing. This is also the base caliber for many other special watches.

The watch is also motor-car inspired.

One thing to overcome - the odd date ring.

just perfect -

This message has been edited by earthling on 2009-07-16 13:28:11