It's a really nice gesture from your AD I wouldn't pass on...the Aquanaut is indeed a very popular sports model, I'm sure most people would love to receive the same call from their AD! ;-)

Feb 20, 2020,08:22 AM
 

It's very versatile, and probably the Patek I myself wear the most (never put it on a rubber strap, though that is also a good option). Go for it! smile












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Patek Philippe 5167/1A001

 
 By: baufoam : February 20th, 2020-07:57
Hello Fellow Patek Philippe enthusiasts, Yesterday, my AD offered me an Aquanaut in steel, ( the 5167/1A001) which is the Men’s steel Aquanaut with the steel bracelet. He said he would include a black ( rubber) strap and deployant buckle just in case I wa... 

You are super lucky to buy an Aquanaut at retail. You must be a good customer.

 
 By: Bill : February 20th, 2020-08:03
I did hear that you can easily go from the bracelet to the rubber strap in the case of bracelet models. But this is not the case for a rubber strap model it is not interchangeable. You get the best of both worlds. Good luck. Bill

This is a common inaccuracy.

 
 By: BMR : February 20th, 2020-08:24
You can order the metal bracelet for the 5167A model and it will fit. I confirmed with my AD recently.

Thanks!

 
 By: baufoam : February 20th, 2020-11:16
You guys talked me into it. I have committed to the deal and will pick up my new stainless steel Aquanaut tomorrow. Many thanks for the insight I truly appreciate the feedback from all of you.

Congrats on getting that offer ! I assisted my brother to get the ...

 
 By: GLau : February 20th, 2020-08:14
same watch from my AD and bought the rubber strap so that he has both versions. The bracelet version looks good as well and certainly brings a different feel vs rubber strap. Depending on your lifestyle, you can choose when to use which. Await your wrist ... 

It's a really nice gesture from your AD I wouldn't pass on...the Aquanaut is indeed a very popular sports model, I'm sure most people would love to receive the same call from their AD! ;-)

 
 By: FabR : February 20th, 2020-08:22
It's very versatile, and probably the Patek I myself wear the most (never put it on a rubber strap, though that is also a good option). Go for it! ...  

Congratulations. Your very lucky to get it. It's kinda hard to get one nowadays. 😊

 
 By: geross : February 20th, 2020-11:43
Whether bracelet or rubber it's a winner. Geross

Early congrats, you will simply love wearing this Aquanaut and I actually prefer it on the bracelet...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : February 20th, 2020-13:01
I also have and prefer the 5164A Travel Time on the rubber strap but strangely I prefer the simply 5167/1A on the bracelet as I find it uber comfortable. Don't forget to post some wristshot πŸ˜‰ ...