I would go for the 5170P

Jan 12, 2021,03:08 AM
 

If the 5170P is calling you, I’d go for it. They are radically different watches but since the value of 5712 has gone up I would take advantage of it. I’m a sucker for a manual Chrono so I am biased of course but I think the 5170P with the blue dial can be dressed up or down. Very versatile. Good luck!

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Feasible? Trade my pre-owned PP5712/1A-001 for a pre-owned PP5170P-001?

 
 By: Robert65 : January 11th, 2021-15:40
Greetings, I've owned the 5712/1A-001 since 2018 when bought it new from AD after a 4 year wait. Now that the value has more than doubled I was thinking about taking the opportunity to jump up to a hand-wound chronograph in platinum. I would be maintainin... 

Many thanks Ambassador

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-01:56
Appreciate the input! Best, Robert

The AD wouldn't give me what Chrono24 would...

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-01:57
So I'd likely use Chrono24. Best, Robert

That’s a smart move imho....but you might have to add cash for the 5170P...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : January 11th, 2021-16:33
You have a better chance getting a 5070G even. Remember what you want for your watch is not always what the dealer will pay.

Yes, Clueless - you very well could be correct.

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-01:58
I'll have to be careful with this one. Best, Robert

Absolutely!

 
 By: NautNut : January 11th, 2021-16:39

Thanks Naut!

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-01:58
Appreciate the support. Best, Robert

Fab - appreciate the input.

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-02:00
Believe it or not, I don't wear the 5712 as a daily beater - I use it nearly exclusively with smarter attire... so the 5170P would have the same purpose. Best, Robert

Thanks ZSHSZ!

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-02:01
Appreciate you! Best, Robert

Nico - I sense your hesitation and appreciate you!

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-02:02
I will take this decision slowly and carefully. Best, Robert

I have the same hesitancy too. 5170P is a great timepiece, no doubt.

 
 By: joenghenry : January 12th, 2021-04:36
But a stainless steel Patek sport watch (especially 5712 or 5711) is such an iconic reference that you won't want to miss too. Unless 5712 doesn't sing to you anymore, otherwise keep it. For your information, I almost let go my 5712/1A few years ago to fu... 

I would go for the 5170P

 
 By: Jeff_M : January 12th, 2021-03:08
If the 5170P is calling you, I’d go for it. They are radically different watches but since the value of 5712 has gone up I would take advantage of it. I’m a sucker for a manual Chrono so I am biased of course but I think the 5170P with the blue dial can b... 

It is just a matter of taste... While I like the 5170P quite a bit I would not do the trade...

 
 By: trs : January 12th, 2021-04:25
It depends on what you like and what else you have got. Similar to you I got a Nautilus from the AD in 2018 - in my case a 5711 blue. My only other Patek is a platinum Calatrava. The thing is that I'd rather keep one sports Patek and one dress Patek than ... 

The way I treat my watch hobby...

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-05:24
There is no watch that is a must have - every interest is just an itch. I appreciate your input! I have a sports watch (Rolex 116520 black dial stainless steel), so I thought that the 5170p-001 would be a great dressier option. Best, Robert

Do it without looking back.

 
 By: russell996 : January 12th, 2021-08:20
5170P is gorgeous and a huge leap. 👍

Assuming that an even trade is feasible,

 
 By: GLau : January 12th, 2021-09:55
IMO you should pull the trigger if you like the 5170P as much or more than the 5712. To me, putting aside the popularity of the 5712, the 5170P is at a different level due to it’s chrono function, platinum case, and the subtle baguette diamond hour marker... 

GLau - your words are pure gold!

 
 By: Robert65 : January 12th, 2021-10:48
Many thanks for your input. Best, Robert

I have a 5712/1A and don't have a 5170P but I think it is a great trade for you if you can make it happen as the 5170P js on another level...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : January 12th, 2021-11:05
Since you already stated that you have other watches, a Daytona, thr 5170P would not be your only watch which makes more sense. If thr 5170P would be your only watch, then the 5712/1A would probably be a better choice. In the end, it is your decision but ...