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19 April 2017, 01:28 AM
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5650G first impressions
Hello all,
I really enjoy the info and thoughts on the forum here so - thought I might share my initial thoughts and some pictures in different lighting of what maybe the most polarizing offering this year from Patek. It's been a few years since I have had a Aqua so I found the recent tutorial from Puffy useful:) Just my opinions...and disclosure: Generally I like skeletons, old and modern Patek, limited edition pieces, sports model watches and I am not to serious about my watches. So - not unbiased and not known for great pictures.  1. The thin boarder around the skeleton area is an interesting finishing touch. It adds a little bit of "finishing polish". 2. The blue is fantastic on the Aquanaut. 3. Generally the open skeleton area does not take away from the legibility of the hands. However outdoors the high polish skeleton area can pick up a quick glare from the sun. 4. The lume is significantly more powerful than I recall. 5. So far, those around me (that are not smitten with all things Patek) really seem to like the open area on the face of the sports model. Enjoy |
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19 April 2017, 01:31 AM
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Looks great--surprised they are out so soon. Good news for those awaiting their pieces.
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19 April 2017, 01:42 AM
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Well, well. Congratulations! Certainly a very unique watch.
some better pictures would be great! if we can twist your arm....
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19 April 2017, 01:51 AM
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19 April 2017, 01:55 AM
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Major Congrats! She is a beauty and a hard one to procure. Some more pics whenever you get a chance would be great to show the vibrant blue.
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19 April 2017, 01:55 AM
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Last pic looks good. Enjoy!
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19 April 2017, 01:58 AM
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Whoa,
 Mind sharing how you were able to get one so quickly?I have an application in, and would love to see more photos and feedback. Enjoy that one! QUOTE=The B;7535870]Hello all, I really enjoy the info and thoughts on the forum here so - thought I might share my initial thoughts and some pictures in different lighting of what maybe the most polarizing offering this year from Patek. It's been a few years since I have had a Aqua so I found the recent tutorial from Puffy useful:) Just my opinions...and disclosure: Generally I like skeletons, old and modern Patek, limited edition pieces, sports model watches and I am not to serious about my watches. So - not unbiased and not known for great pictures. 1. The thin boarder around the skeleton area is an interesting finishing touch. It adds a little bit of "finishing polish". 2. The blue is fantastic on the Aquanaut. 3. Generally the open skeleton area does not take away from the legibility of the hands. However outdoors the high polish skeleton area can pick up a quick glare from the sun. 4. The lume is significantly more powerful than I recall. 5. So far, those around me (that are not smitten with all things Patek) really seem to like the open area on the face of the sports model. Enjoy[/QUOTE] |
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19 April 2017, 02:05 AM
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I love that
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19 April 2017, 02:25 AM
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I am wrong. I disliked this piece when it first came out but I think it looks really nice. Congrats on the 5650!
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19 April 2017, 02:32 AM
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Congrats. So soon!?!? --- excellent!
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19 April 2017, 03:38 AM
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Congratulations Brian:thumbs:
Its always the quiet one that you have to watch.  Great to see that Patek Philippe are getting the 2017 pieces out so quickly.
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19 April 2017, 05:42 AM
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Its going to be the same as every other watch that is vilified online by people who haven't seen it in the flesh. It will be adored and loved and will rise in value. Ive seen it in the flesh and love it. The blue is stunning.
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19 April 2017, 05:54 AM
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I wanted it but can not get it! It looks awesome. I really like the look and the size! Many congrats. More pics please!
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19 April 2017, 06:10 AM
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Those are nice first impressions! Enjoy your new watch
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19 April 2017, 06:35 AM
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very nice - congrats
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19 April 2017, 06:38 AM
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Congratulations, some great technology in there and that blue is fantastic.
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19 April 2017, 08:34 AM
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Thanks all - and it looks like some more are arriving now....
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19 April 2017, 09:53 AM
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Whoa!
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19 April 2017, 10:27 AM
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Congrats, out very fast!
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19 April 2017, 11:01 AM
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Major congrats!
Is this the 40mm case or 42? 
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19 April 2017, 12:35 PM
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This is the 40mm
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19 April 2017, 12:55 PM
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Congrats on a special piece.
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19 April 2017, 02:39 PM
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19 April 2017, 04:05 PM
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Congrats. I believe this is the first incoming out of Baselworld and amazing to see how quick it was.
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19 April 2017, 05:10 PM
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Very nice, congrats!
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19 April 2017, 05:58 PM
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Love the blue, had the 5168 been of the same blue I was getting one for sure, really hesitated trying to get one, but just don't travel enough to justify this complication...
Huge congrats I love the piece |
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19 April 2017, 07:19 PM
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Wow, big congrats!
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19 April 2017, 07:23 PM
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Lovely piece - congrats.
One of my favourites from Basel. |
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19 April 2017, 07:57 PM
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Great watch! Enjoy it!
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19 April 2017, 10:09 PM
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