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BMess · 31 January 2014, 01:57 AM

I'm relatively new to high end horology and I'm looking into getting a dressier watch. Something on a leather strap that isnt too big. I dont like the Calatrava because its a little too plain. I'm wondering if there is a model that I can look into that has a bit of "flare" to it that is within my budget, if something even exists. I'm looking to spend around $20,000. I like the nautilis but I'm hoping for something a bit less sporty and more dressy.

Is there anything that you could recommend?

incontrol · 31 January 2014, 02:00 AM

Aquanaut 5167 on a SS bracelet? Not sure what it would cost but is as cost effective as they go in PP!

mcorliss · 31 January 2014, 02:18 AM

For what it's worth, the 5167 on Steel Bracelet is a very nice piece right in your price range. Here is a close up of mine...

Cru Jones · 31 January 2014, 02:20 AM

dress watch on leather but don't like the calatrava, and under 20k? how about a JLC?

dysondiver · 31 January 2014, 02:35 AM

5167 on a bracelet must cover most occasions ,,, not quite a full dress , but certainly dressy enough for any occasion.
then bung it on rubber , and sporty enough for the rest of the time.

themast · 31 January 2014, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

dress watch on leather but don't like the calatrava, and under 20k? how about a JLC?

Or a Glashuette?

tom2517 · 31 January 2014, 03:57 AM

Personally for 20k I wouldn't do Patek. There are other brands with better watches for the price.

AK797 · 31 January 2014, 05:51 AM

Gold Nautilus can be bought for a few grand more.

TheMethod · 31 January 2014, 05:55 AM

What about the Nautilus 3800/001 (if you can find one)? Smaller than the 5711 but looks similar / good on the wrist and can be had for $13k - $14k. You can get an additional $6k-$7k watch as well with the extra cash.

You can get the Aquanaut 5167 for around $19k as well but I just love the Nautilus.

Tony64 · 31 January 2014, 12:13 PM

If you're willing to look at something pre-owned then you might consider a Patek 5035. I think it's modestly sized (37mm?) and it's an annual calendar. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the annual calendar functionally, but it does add some aesthetic interest with multiple subdials while maintaining a dress watch feel. A nice example in yellow gold could probably be had for around your price point.

Wazen · 1 February 2014, 03:15 AM

Check Lange Saxonia or JLC Reverso rose gold

Fiery · 1 February 2014, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tony64

If you're willing to look at something pre-owned then you might consider a Patek 5035. I think it's modestly sized (37mm?) and it's an annual calendar. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the annual calendar functionally, but it does add some aesthetic interest with multiple subdials while maintaining a dress watch feel. A nice example in yellow gold could probably be had for around your price point.

+1

AFAIK the 5035 was the first annual calendar complication, ever, and so it may just be a future classic. Nowadays many companies (incl. Rolex) produces an annual calendar, but to me the Patek 5035 stays the king of the hill

(not my photos)

alubin · 1 February 2014, 01:44 PM

Lange 1815 seems like it would fit the bill perfectly.

iazrollie · 2 February 2014, 04:02 AM

6000g or 6000r. It's a calatrava, but definitely not plain.

31 January 2014, 01:57 AM	#1
BMess "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NYC Metro Posts: 645	Patek for my budget I'm relatively new to high end horology and I'm looking into getting a dressier watch. Something on a leather strap that isnt too big. I dont like the Calatrava because its a little too plain. I'm wondering if there is a model that I can look into that has a bit of "flare" to it that is within my budget, if something even exists. I'm looking to spend around $20,000. I like the nautilis but I'm hoping for something a bit less sporty and more dressy. Is there anything that you could recommend?

31 January 2014, 02:00 AM	#2
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	Aquanaut 5167 on a SS bracelet? Not sure what it would cost but is as cost effective as they go in PP! __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

31 January 2014, 12:13 PM	#10
Tony64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 2,796	how about a nice AC? If you're willing to look at something pre-owned then you might consider a Patek 5035. I think it's modestly sized (37mm?) and it's an annual calendar. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the annual calendar functionally, but it does add some aesthetic interest with multiple subdials while maintaining a dress watch feel. A nice example in yellow gold could probably be had for around your price point.

2 February 2014, 04:02 AM	#14
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	6000g or 6000r. It's a calatrava, but definitely not plain. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

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31 January 2014, 02:20 AM	#4
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,466	dress watch on leather but don't like the calatrava, and under 20k? how about a JLC?

31 January 2014, 02:35 AM	#5
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	5167 on a bracelet must cover most occasions ,,, not quite a full dress , but certainly dressy enough for any occasion. then bung it on rubber , and sporty enough for the rest of the time.

31 January 2014, 03:57 AM	#7
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,550	Personally for 20k I wouldn't do Patek. There are other brands with better watches for the price.

31 January 2014, 05:51 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,206	Gold Nautilus can be bought for a few grand more.

31 January 2014, 05:55 AM	#9
TheMethod "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 772	What about the Nautilus 3800/001 (if you can find one)? Smaller than the 5711 but looks similar / good on the wrist and can be had for $13k - $14k. You can get an additional $6k-$7k watch as well with the extra cash. You can get the Aquanaut 5167 for around $19k as well but I just love the Nautilus.

1 February 2014, 03:15 AM	#11
Wazen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Dubai Posts: 58	Check Lange Saxonia or JLC Reverso rose gold

1 February 2014, 01:44 PM	#13
alubin "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA Watch: All please! Posts: 1,042	Lange 1815 seems like it would fit the bill perfectly.

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