5226G as a first purchase?

[set]

I’m interested in the 5226G - it would be my first Patek. How realistic is it for me to be able to purchase this model from an AD as a first purchase? I have a pretty good buying history at the AD, mostly Rolex and some jewelry, but I’m not sure that will be helpful with trying to make this purchase.

[bp1000]

Everything you've said suggests it's possible. Just have a chat with your dealer and see what they say.

Given your history and it's a Calatrava I suspect it will turn up in a year or so.

[Rolexavidfan]

The Patek timepieces are getting harder to come by. It goes to show that demand for Patek has remained strong except for a few models. That said, there’s no harm in trying to start a conversation with your AD — especially why you like this to be your first Patek.


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[DaytonaLoverJ]

Originally Posted by set

I’m interested in the 5226G - it would be my first Patek. How realistic is it for me to be able to purchase this model from an AD as a first purchase? I have a pretty good buying history at the AD, mostly Rolex and some jewelry, but I’m not sure that will be helpful with trying to make this purchase.

I feel as though you should be fine, and it definitely is possible

[Calatrava r]

Yes, start the dialogue with an AD and express your interest.

[V25V]

I have a relationship with my AD and they could not gurantee me one in a reasonable timeframe. Ended up buying mine from DavidSW at a very reasonable price. Yes, over MSRP, but not by much when you factor in taxes. They are still a good value on secondary market relative to sticker price, have to imagine those flipping them are losing money or breaking even.

[benzng]

i think this is possible. you mention you already bought rolex and jewelry so you already have a good relationship.