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8 February 2020, 09:17 PM | #1 |
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5205G or 5170G
Looking at adding something to the collection and torn between a 5205 with blue face or the 5170 with black.
What does everyone think and what would be the right price for a new piece? Have a good weekend all! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
8 February 2020, 09:50 PM | #2 |
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I do love the 5170... But I'm worried it's not always the most legible of hand/dial combination from the majority of times I've seen pictures. This was unfortunately reinforced a by a good degree in person.
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8 February 2020, 10:06 PM | #3 |
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5170G is more expensive.
Dont get the 5205 Blue. It looks black unless you're under direct sunlight or a lamp. Total scam by Stern. |
8 February 2020, 10:27 PM | #4 |
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These are two of my favorite strap model pieces in the lineup. How many chronos do you have? I’d go chrono most likely. I do really like the 5205 you’ve mentioned, so much so it’s on my list. Of course my standard answer for this is, skip those for 5170p and call it a day
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8 February 2020, 10:57 PM | #7 |
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The 5170G black is a beauty no matter how I look at it while the 5205 series doesn't do much for me. Then again I know I'd never use the chrono function on a PM dress watch. Getting a chrono and not using it feels like getting a watch and not wearing it to me which is why I may never get a dress chrono.
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That said, it's still a nice dial and I can understand why people like it. I wouldn't consider it a "scam", but rather a deliberate attempt by Patek to offer something that's notably different than a typical blue. Personally, I opted for the 5205R-001 (opaline white) which I find more classic and timeless (and easier to read, I think). The good news is that people can get the version they prefer - that's exactly why Patek currently offers 3 dial variations on the 5205. Problem solved. |
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There is that option but it may come with the associated wife dissatisfaction issues lol. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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8 February 2020, 11:16 PM | #11 |
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Btw I should mention that 5205 wears extremely well for a 6.5 wrist. It’s the most comfortable leather strap patek I’ve ever tried on (more comfy to me that my old 5227 and current 5170p)
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If you are not adverse to going grey. You can get BNIB on both those for like 20-30% less than MSRP.
I just saved you some money :) |
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I think it depends on wrist shape- mine is slightly rounded , 6.75in... I’ve had the 5205 on my wrist several times in anticipation of buying it (it’s my favorite dial layout of the ACs), but it just didn’t feel right , prob bc of the thickness. Felt a bit clunky. So never bought it. On my wrist the 5146 and 5227 wear more comfortably. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
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9 February 2020, 06:25 AM | #17 |
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9 February 2020, 07:11 AM | #18 |
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5170 has a nicer ass and slimmer
5205 more practical/usable complication but more pot bellied 5205 if more of a daily, 5170 if more for dressy and WIS like louping Finally I think one comes with deployant and one does not? Might want to think about that too |
9 February 2020, 11:14 AM | #19 |
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5170G late black dial looks awesome
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9 February 2020, 10:01 PM | #20 |
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I love both of those choices.
Probably my two favorite pateks. I have a 5205 1g. It fits well. I found the 5146 too small for me.
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9 February 2020, 10:09 PM | #21 |
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I’m about to list my 5170G for sale. Looks new have all B+P but it’s white dial. Asking $45K.
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11 February 2020, 11:25 AM | #24 |
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I am a fan of the 5170G black, think the dial looks amazing.
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11 February 2020, 11:58 PM | #27 |
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If you are looking for an in-yer-face BLUE Patek, the 5205G is not the one. But if you value subtlety that is both elegant and contemporary without wanting a sports/Nautilus, then the 5205G is lovely.
No filters and in normal indoor lighting, the 5205G works brilliantly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Ironically I have ZERO interest in a Nautilus. I may be the only person on the planet who feels that way but it just looks like a dated ugly watch that if it wasn’t a Patek nobody would ever buy. But the great thing about watches is it’s all subjective. I am now trying to see if I can find a new 5170P even though it has been discontinued. Failing that I will do the 5205G
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12 February 2020, 12:11 AM | #29 |
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5205G or 5170G
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