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A „long term comparision“ - 5170g vs 5170p vs 5172g

 
 By: nafetS : November 29th, 2020-03:44
What‘s better to do on a sunday morning, than spending time with one‘s favorite hobbies. I‘ve seen questions regarding the comparision of these timepieces from time to time, so I thought I might write down my experiences after spending a longer time with ...  

Great review, nafetS!

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-04:09
Thanks a lot for this. I love those reviews that describe the character of a watch, instead of describing their features and properties. Even if by nature, describing the character of a watch is always subjective, to me this is what it comes down to! Ther... 

Actually it’s more that I love the VC Cornes de Vache so much

 
 By: mrds : November 30th, 2020-02:21
I think the 5170 to be executed very well, but I would have liked a bit more personality. However, I understand this is also a quality (being understated), especially for the 5170g. You described it very well.

No bad choices here

 
 By: mrds : November 30th, 2020-04:24
Merely matters of personal preferences. Enjoy!

Great review, nicely described as very accurate.

 
 By: ZSHSZ : November 29th, 2020-04:55
I agree with your opinion on all three references. For me personally the top is the 5170G, because as you said, it’s the most mature and restrained with the punch for the trained eye. For me it’s the watch that when in your wrist, makes you fit in every e... 

Thank you, ZSHSZ. I agree with you. The 5170g is, if it matches your character and style, the most versatile of the three. And it's a very nice exit watch.

 
 By: nafetS : November 30th, 2020-01:55
You could wear it with the most outfits and to the most different occasions. The 5170P is imho the "hardest" to match. There are still plenty of occasions to wear it, but it's not a as good as a daily wearer.

wonderfully defined each of these versions !

 
 By: mahesh : November 29th, 2020-04:56
my personal fav is 5172G, as you've mentioned have a tinge of sportyness or non-serious in nature !! you've well captured the essence of them. Best, mahesh.,

Great description, I love your story telling 👍

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-05:01
As for the watches, 5172G is my choice too, cool refined and sophisticated at the same time, strong presence without show off, I love it

Thank you

 
 By: nafetS : November 30th, 2020-02:21

An excellent post to explain their differences !

 
 By: GLau : November 29th, 2020-06:38
Please do the same for other pieces that you have.

Thank you, GLau. I'll think about what comparision I could do next. Won't be that easy.

 
 By: nafetS : November 30th, 2020-02:28
I usually don't have several watches of the same type and if so, they are less different in character.

Not owning any of these, but being somewhat facials with them, I think your assessment is perfect.

 
 By: Jay (Eire) : November 29th, 2020-06:56
I’m a longtime fan of the 5170G. When one looks at the G and P together they are such different watches, dial colour yes, but also dial layout, sub dials etc. And of course those diamond markers. I can completely understand why owning both makes perfect s... 

Of these, the 5172...

 
 By: mdg : November 29th, 2020-08:24
...it would be a tougher choice if there were leaf hands involved...

What a terrific write up!

 
 By: BigAppleBill : November 29th, 2020-09:00
Your observations are spot on. Of the three the 5172 does have slightly more appeal, as it’s a formidable piece yet doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Great post!

 
 By: aj_tucker : December 13th, 2020-18:05
I bought a 5170P a few weeks ago, but I can't get the 5170G out of my head and I don't have the budget for both. I like the description you made of the G and I think it's the watch I would get more long term enjoyment out of. It's more refined, more flexi...  

Thank you! And congratulations to your 5170p and welcome to the board.

 
 By: nafetS : December 15th, 2020-07:22
P or G is definitely not an easy choice, I wouldn‘t know, which one I‘d sell first, if I had to. On the other hand, if I‘d only have one and could only have one, I‘d probably stick ith the one I already have until I‘m completely sure I wanted to change. ... 

great review and comparison

 
 By: patrickh : December 15th, 2020-08:01
even if I like the 5170 case design and your 2 models in G & P, I admit that the 5975P case design should be a great addition to your comparative post/ collection. My 2 cents. Enjoy your beauties +++++ ...  

I agree, it wouln'd be an accurate comparison according to the movement.

 
 By: patrickh : December 15th, 2020-22:59
But what a case design +++++ Maybe for your fourth watchbox (empty) place ;-)

Fantastic collection...

 
 By: JBP99P : December 16th, 2020-01:25
Plain to see you're someone who likes their chronographs! I fall into that category too, I had the 5170G (white dial) and sold it to fund my 5270R yet there's a part of me that misses it so much that I'm thinking of adding it back again yet I'd want a pri...  

5975R a 5270R congrats +++++

 
 By: patrickh : December 16th, 2020-02:45
Rose gold amplifies better any angles of the case under the light.

Thank you!

 
 By: JBP99P : December 16th, 2020-04:05
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love the 5270R

 
 By: patrickh : December 16th, 2020-08:46
the white dial of the 5170G is too clinic/boring to me, but love their Breguet markers. So, my bespoke=compilation of my tastes ;-) www.watchprosite.com

Yes, the red gold one.

 
 By: nafetS : December 16th, 2020-09:52