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Excellent advice
I think Amanico's comments above are perhaps the most important advice you will receive. For the majority of us the purchase of a Patek represents a substantial commitment and establishes entry into the horologically elite. There should be no doubt or indecision when making this selection, and if there is uncertainty then that indicates a need to take pause and reflect.
I believe that the watches that you are considering represent an interesting spectrum of Patek offerings. All are very nice timepieces and will have ardent advocates. You should consider that the ellipse represents the true dress watch of the group with conservative styling and limited water resistance. The aquanaut being the most sporty with its rubber strap that for me disqualifies it for more formal occasions. The nautilus IMO is better suited for multipurpose use, transitioning more easily from casual to business wear.
If I were to own only one Patek and intended to wear it daily, I would undoubtably choose the nautilus out of these 3. It is by far the most versatile of the group.
Hope this helps.
Torn between three very different Pateks--help!
I have been saving up to get my very first Patek--and I am getting close to making the purchase. However, I am now torn between three very different Pateks. I first saw the 5711 1/a at my AD and fell in love; then on a trip I saw the 5167 a; such a light ...
If you are so much torn, that means that you are not ready.
Doubting is an exquisite moment, which you have to fully live. Go back to the dealer, try them on again and again, take some pictures of each of them, and look at them on your computer screen. At the end of one month, you'll know which one will be THE one...
Excellent advice
I think Amanico's comments above are perhaps the most important advice you will receive. For the majority of us the purchase of a Patek represents a substantial commitment and establishes entry into the horologically elite. There should be no doubt or ind...
Amanico already gave you ...
the advice I had in mind as well. Take your time! Good luck with your decision and I am looking forward to see pictures afterwards :-) Oliver
You have the answer
I know this is the usual and possibly easy answer, but it is also the only true one : only YOU can choose according to YOUR taste. The only thing we here can do is tell you what we would do if we were in your shoes (difficult exercise!). You have already ...
"are you sure you should limit your choice ..."
Mike you are just so addictive :-) Best, Oliver
A sensational question to ask.
when one considers such an important decision as buying the first Patek. Mike gave a very lengthy reply and I think the considerations are well covered. Except for one, the price. With the options u have, buying one pre-owned/ from AD ? How much do u expe...
If you don't mind me asking...
What was your first Patek? and which one do you wear the most on a daily basis today?
5167 or 5711
5167 for hot destination but I personally like 5711 blue dial for its classic, sporty look and daily beater. You won't regret buying either one.
Thank you all for the great advice...
I will make sure to post new pics when I make the acquisition.
1st PP
For some of us the 1st PP will most likely be the only PP for a long time. In such a situation, it is worth adding a calatrava to your shortlist. IMHO, it represents the essence of PP fnk
I have
3712 Nautilus, Golden Ellipse in WG with blue dial and 5167 Aquanaut. Most of the time I am wearing my Aquanaut but I just came from a business trip from London and this week I have been wearing my Nautilus. Some comments: - Aquanaut is probably the most ...
Never buy a bracelet later
, Only you could call a Patek Philippe "a daily beater" :) I agree with the advice to get the metal bracelet upfront, even if a strap is the usual fastening. For some unknown reason, when the bracelet is purchased later as an after-market accessory, it co...
Agree...
I bought the bracelet version of 5167 and then the rubber strap separately. What kind of watch could be more like a daily beater than 5167? Rubber strap, light, low profile, water proof to 120 meters, a good but relatively basic movement, etc. Don't let t...
not sure how your fun money account is looking but i couldn't
decide between the two so got both. do the same if you can. i can't fault either of them. it would be impossible to pick one over the other. great for work or casual. ...
don't favour one over the other. wore the 5711 last night. 5167 on today. will wear a
rolex tomorrow. then see what takes my fancy sunday..