Rolex to Patek and Back to Rolex?

[lapince]

Originally Posted by Chasseur

And after, it's Patek and Rolex

Now that's an awesome pair, the Rolex Comex, IMO the most legendary version of the sea dweller or submariner, can't quite make out on the pic which is it but it seems to be the SD, and the 5711 in platinum, the most legendary version of the Nautilus, now those are incredible watches my friend :c lap:

About the 2 brands I have both, a 5712 and a Hulk, that I will probably flip for a 114060, don't know why but can't get to love that green, I'm having more and more love for the sub C no date, I think having just Rolex can be ok as you can wear them in any occasion, for me a sub can be worn in a bathing suit or a suit, but having just Patek not so much, except if you don't mind either wearing your Patek when doing sports and risking it getting scratches or being damaged or not wearing a watch at all when doing something risky...

[mikeceee]

Originally Posted by Racerdj

I am so surprised to read this. I would like to have a 5711 but fear others would sit in the safe. I guess it's what you don't have but want. With my lifestyle, I want a Patek with a bracelet. I am around water so much of the year.

Awww yeah!! Already ready for another PATEK. Someone's got the bug and I love it.

[MoosicPa]

For me variety is the spice of life, and I enjoy having numerous PP and Rolex, and a smattering of other brands, in my collection. I don't think I could just wear one watch every day for the rest of my life. Too boring when there are so many great options out there.

[kilyung]

I love PM Rolex and Pateks. Can't go back.

[Jabberjaw]

Originally Posted by MoosicPa

For me variety is the spice of life, and I enjoy having numerous PP and Rolex, and a smattering of other brands, in my collection. I don't think I could just wear one watch every day for the rest of my life. Too boring when there are so many great options out there.

I could. That's what I'm working towards.

[lapince]

Originally Posted by Jabberjaw

I don't understand the hype with the BLNR. Would rather have a 5164. The bezel on the GMT is very busy and definitely personal preference.

Everyone would I think, I guess it's only the slight price premium for the Patek which stops them from getting it

[lapince]

Originally Posted by MoosicPa

For me variety is the spice of life, and I enjoy having numerous PP and Rolex, and a smattering of other brands, in my collection. I don't think I could just wear one watch every day for the rest of my life. Too boring when there are so many great options out there.

I thought I would be happier with many, well at one point had 9 very nice watches in the Panerai and ROlex SS sections, plus 1 RG Daytona on strap, and 1 Blancpain with complications,' but I was just always putting the 2-3 I preferred and the others were just in the safe at the bank, so I sold, am down to 2, Hulk and 5712, am thinking of maybe something else but not soon...

[Jabberjaw]

Originally Posted by lapince

I thought I would be happier with many, well at one point had 9 very nice watches in the Panerai and ROlex SS sections, plus 1 RG Daytona on strap, and 1 Blancpain with complications,' but I was just always putting the 2-3 I preferred and the others were just in the safe at the bank, so I sold, am down to 2, Hulk and 5712, am thinking of maybe something else but not soon...

Soon, it will be a Sub and an incoming 5167. Then, probably the 5167 as a daily wear forever and no more purchases.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by lapince

Everyone would I think, I guess it's only the slight price premium for the Patek which stops them from getting it

The price difference is 20-25k I doubt they are cross shopped too frequently. Maybe the blro which is the same price point. Not sure why the comparison was made to blnr in the first place. Steel and similar function of course, but lets not compare a watch to one that retails for roughly 4x as much!

For the record I love them both in their own right, but own neither.

[lapince]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I love PM Rolex and Pateks. Can't go back.

Mike, what do you mean by "PM"?

[AK797]

Originally Posted by lapince

Mike, what do you mean by "PM"?

precious metal

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by AK797

precious metal

Or pretty much (everything)

[lapince]

Originally Posted by AK797

precious metal

Thanks Neil

[jefe1999]

Originally Posted by MoosicPa

For me variety is the spice of life, and I enjoy having numerous PP and Rolex, and a smattering of other brands, in my collection. I don't think I could just wear one watch every day for the rest of my life. Too boring when there are so many great options out there.

My thoughts exactly. I've given considerable thought to exactly how I'd like to configure my collection; my life seems best spiced with a dozen or more choices to wear on a given day.

[texex91]

AND not an OR. Both part of a rotation with different purpose IMHO.

[lapince]

Originally Posted by jefe1999

My thoughts exactly. I've given considerable thought to exactly how I'd like to configure my collection; my life seems best spiced with a dozen or more choices to wear on a given day.

Well I went up to 9 only to understand that I was only wearing the 2 or 3 I liked the most and never the others, so went down to 2, but am looking into the next purchase right now...

[autohorology]

I think there's a natural progression. Buy a Rolex, realize Rolex isn't the great brand there is, buy a Patek. Realize you don't need something so prissy. Go back to Rolex. That is, if you're a one watch kind of guy. If you can afford multiples, generally you always keep at least one Patek.

[lipjin]

two very different watch DNAs, can't go wrong with either!

[lovej]

Still love my gmt.

[QueueCumber]

Timex is the way to go people. Put those Pateks and Rolexi away and start buying up Timex...

[h999r]

Always get Patek to wear on the weekend, and keep Rolex for daily.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

A match made and heaven these two brands! I like me some AP as well, but have not strayed from these three brands despite much temptation except when I allowed myself one Pam! :)

For about 6 months last year, I was on an AP hunt. I tried to find the right one. After finding Patek, I think of all the money I saved by hesitating. Flipping has been a costly education for me.

[thomaspp]

Originally Posted by Racerdj

For about 6 months last year, I was on an AP hunt. I tried to find the right one. After finding Patek, I think of all the money I saved by hesitating. Flipping has been a costly education for me.

Tell me about it brother! I've done my fair share of flipping but hope I've got it under control now.

You, my friend, have been on a roll with some great additions. Best

[MoosicPa]

Originally Posted by lovej

Still love my gmt.

Great pic of a great pair of watches!!

[gtbguy]

Originally Posted by h999r

Always get Patek to wear on the weekend, and keep Rolex for daily.

Yep, can't beat that advice. Get the best of both worlds everyday of the week!

[HL65]

Originally Posted by h999r

Always get Patek to wear on the weekend, and keep Rolex for daily.

Actually for me the opposite Patek for weekdays and Rolex weekend. Strap for work & bracelet on weekend.

[jjnd08]

Originally Posted by HL65

Actually for me the opposite Patek for weekdays and Rolex weekend. Strap for work & bracelet on weekend.

Agree with this philosophy. I don't have a Patek, but come tomorrow, I will have a watch on leather strap that will get a majority of work wrist time...but the Daytona may sneak in at some point during the work week.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

Tell me about it brother! I've done my fair share of flipping but hope I've got it under control now.

Mine seems to be under control.

[Memcwhirter]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

Tell me about it brother! I've done my fair share of flipping but hope I've got it under control now.

You, my friend, have been on a roll with some great additions. Best

I flipped around rolex to get to the PM Rolex models I'm comfortable with. Now I'm turning my attention to PP. I'm going to skip the SS versions. Bracelets only. The hunt continues.

[thomaspp]

Originally Posted by Memcwhirter

I flipped around rolex to get to the PM Rolex models I'm comfortable with. Now I'm turning my attention to PP. I'm going to skip the SS versions. Bracelets only. The hunt continues.

Ha! Never ends brother!