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rmlovett1 · 14 July 2023, 10:31 AM

So I’m going to keep only one of these. What would be your choice?

Thought it would be interesting to post the poll here, as I think the 5524 isn’t a Patek forum “darling”, so to speak, and the WG GMT is usually a crowd pleaser.

For context…..

-I’ve decided this will end up being my, more than likely, only PP, and the only GMT, in the collection for now.

-I will keep 5 other Rolex + a couple knock around gshock, Panerai, etc…

HMHM · 14 July 2023, 10:40 AM

From the pics, I feel the 5524 is slightly too big for your wrist lug to lug. So I would keep the BLRO….

rmlovett1 · 14 July 2023, 11:27 AM

Better pic….size wise it’s right on the edge, but I don’t think it is too big. At least not for my thought process, as most pilot watches run on the bigger side.

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Bladeshot · 14 July 2023, 11:28 AM

If it’s your only PP, I’d keep it.

I put the blue dial GMT back in my collection this month, permanently. I’m a huge GMT fan. This time, I got one that also has the original black dial.

I think we’ve talked about this PP. I like it. I thought about adding it, many times…

Keep them both. The are so different, you can really change it up.

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brandrea · 14 July 2023, 11:37 AM

I’d take the GMT Richard. I do like the Patek, but I prefer bracelets to straps, simple as that.

HMHM · 14 July 2023, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Better pic….size wise it’s right on the edge, but I don’t think it is too big. At least not for my thought process, as most pilot watches run on the bigger side.

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It looks much better from this angle. Both watches are special in their own way so there’s no right or wrong answers. I would probably keep the PP since it fits as the BLRO can feel a little generic.

fskywalker · 14 July 2023, 11:48 AM

Well Richard if only one of the two would keep
the WG BLRO !

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slawa · 14 July 2023, 12:04 PM

I would keep 5524 it' more special and you can always change strap to a different one.
Best

GGGMT · 14 July 2023, 12:21 PM

Not even a close call Richard.

The 5524 is a stunner; a rogue PP with personality; a cool complication; great strap; unique; and your only PP (and mine!)

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DavidSB · 14 July 2023, 01:29 PM

5224. Change the strap to grey or blue. Great lume and useful complication.

jbsmith · 14 July 2023, 01:33 PM

Love the 5524r for its complications, aesthetics, sunburst dial, strap options, etc...

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Fenrira · 14 July 2023, 01:50 PM

Since you’re planning to keep 5 other Rolex I’d let go of both and swap the Patek to a dressier model like a 5205 or 5172.

GB-man · 14 July 2023, 01:55 PM

An FPJ would pop against those tattoos Richard. Sell both and grab one while prices are coming back to earth.

Ok that wasn’t the question was it lol

I prefer the Patek mainly because you’re retaining 5 Rolex.

Ichiran · 14 July 2023, 02:55 PM

I would keep the Patek if it is going to be your only travel watch. The 5524 is quite understated being a G and the travel time is an easy function to use.

danwang0520 · 14 July 2023, 04:21 PM

I would personally keep the Patek Calatrava Pilot Travel Time since it's your only PP....

PT_91 · 14 July 2023, 04:30 PM

Tough call. Everything else ignored, just comparing the watches I'd probably keep the WG BLRO. Given the PP is the only one in your collection though, I can see why people use this as an argument.

Flex368 · 14 July 2023, 04:58 PM

Everything else aside, I think the BLRO looks much nicer on your wrist.

rmlovett1 · 14 July 2023, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

If it’s your only PP, I’d keep it.

I put the blue dial GMT back in my collection this month, permanently. I’m a huge GMT fan. This time, I got one that also has the original black dial.

I think we’ve talked about this PP. I like it. I thought about adding it, many times…

Keep them both. The are so different, you can really change it up.

Just another WIS who loves to trade.
IG @bladeandwatch1

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I’d take the GMT Richard. I do like the Patek, but I prefer bracelets to straps, simple as that.

Quote:

Originally Posted by HMHM

It looks much better from this angle. Both watches are special in their own way so there’s no right or wrong answers. I would probably keep the PP since it fits as the BLRO can feel a little generic.

Quote:

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Well Richard if only one of the two would keep
the WG BLRO !

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Quote:

Originally Posted by slawa

I would keep 5524 it' more special and you can always change strap to a different one.
Best

Quote:

Originally Posted by GGGMT

Not even a close call Richard.

The 5524 is a stunner; a rogue PP with personality; a cool complication; great strap; unique; and your only PP (and mine!)

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Quote:

Originally Posted by DavidSB

5224. Change the strap to grey or blue. Great lume and useful complication.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbsmith

Love the 5524r for its complications, aesthetics, sunburst dial, strap options, etc...

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Fenrira

Since you’re planning to keep 5 other Rolex I’d let go of both and swap the Patek to a dressier model like a 5205 or 5172.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

An FPJ would pop against those tattoos Richard. Sell both and grab one while prices are coming back to earth.

Ok that wasn’t the question was it lol

I prefer the Patek mainly because you’re retaining 5 Rolex.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ichiran

I would keep the Patek if it is going to be your only travel watch. The 5524 is quite understated being a G and the travel time is an easy function to use.

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Originally Posted by danwang0520

I would personally keep the Patek Calatrava Pilot Travel Time since it's your only PP....

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Originally Posted by PT_91

Tough call. Everything else ignored, just comparing the watches I'd probably keep the WG BLRO. Given the PP is the only one in your collection though, I can see why people use this as an argument.

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Originally Posted by Flex368

Everything else aside, I think the BLRO looks much nicer on your wrist.

Really appreciate the feedback gentlemen! It is very helpful! It’s funny, most all the comments lean towards keeping the PP, but the casual thread passersby, as seen by poll results…votes in favor of Rolex.

emtee · 14 July 2023, 09:11 PM

I voted GMT simply because I think it is much better looking than that particular Patek. I do of course understand and appreciate that the Patek is more special when it comes to finishing and craftsmanship. Plus if this is to be your only GMT/Travel watch then the Rolex seems the more practical option in terms of water resistance and ruggedness.

1William · 14 July 2023, 09:13 PM

Both cool watches and completely different. I am partial to the Rolex and while it would mean getting rid of your only PP that would not factor for me. The Rolex is special and stands out in a very subtle way. The PP, not so much for me.

ts3 · 14 July 2023, 09:30 PM

No Rolex fan but I'd keep the WG BLRO in this contest.

For me 5524 is meh and near the bottom of the current Patek catalogue for a number of reasons (including overall looks, lack of originality of the design, overrated complication, huge pushers).

Also agree with Flex368 that the BLRO looks better on your wrist with 5524 being borderline too large on top.

Vipes · 15 July 2023, 12:06 AM

I’d keep the BLRO since it is more versatile. If you have other PM Rolex sports models then keep the 5524.

lutz · 15 July 2023, 01:35 AM

I voted GMT because I'm not a fan of the 5524's design. Also imho it looks a tad too large on your wirst

subtona · 15 July 2023, 04:10 AM

Gmt

First reason is WR.

Cant see leaving the patek (any watch) in the hotel room when I take a dip in the water while traveling.

rmlovett1 · 15 July 2023, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emtee

I voted GMT simply because I think it is much better looking than that particular Patek. I do of course understand and appreciate that the Patek is more special when it comes to finishing and craftsmanship. Plus if this is to be your only GMT/Travel watch then the Rolex seems the more practical option in terms of water resistance and ruggedness.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

Both cool watches and completely different. I am partial to the Rolex and while it would mean getting rid of your only PP that would not factor for me. The Rolex is special and stands out in a very subtle way. The PP, not so much for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ts3

No Rolex fan but I'd keep the WG BLRO in this contest.

For me 5524 is meh and near the bottom of the current Patek catalogue for a number of reasons (including overall looks, lack of originality of the design, overrated complication, huge pushers).

Also agree with Flex368 that the BLRO looks better on your wrist with 5524 being borderline too large on top.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vipes

I’d keep the BLRO since it is more versatile. If you have other PM Rolex sports models then keep the 5524.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lutz

I voted GMT because I'm not a fan of the 5524's design. Also imho it looks a tad too large on your wirst

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Gmt

First reason is WR.

Cant see leaving the patek (any watch) in the hotel room when I take a dip in the water while traveling.

Thanks men! Looks like it’s leaning towards the Rolex as the winner in this choice

Yobrooks · 15 July 2023, 09:19 AM

One more for the 5524.Great looking on the wrist, useful functions, great lume, beautiful subyle sunburst dial, strap options, great daily wearer.

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ChetBaker · 15 July 2023, 03:06 PM

Keep the GMT. Looks great on you wrist and pairs very nicely with your tattoos. Really pops.

SudiYunus · 16 July 2023, 01:23 PM

I would keep the PP

Jmaster · 17 July 2023, 01:57 AM

Keep the 5524G and think about upgrade to the meteorite :)

joe&joe · 17 July 2023, 02:21 AM

Really hard choice, I would pick the GMT only because it looks badass with your tattoos, otherwise it would have been a coin flip situation for me.

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14 July 2023, 10:31 AM	#1
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,719	LOOKING TO KEEP ONLY ONE….5524G VS 126719 (blue) So I’m going to keep only one of these. What would be your choice? Thought it would be interesting to post the poll here, as I think the 5524 isn’t a Patek forum “darling”, so to speak, and the WG GMT is usually a crowd pleaser. For context….. -I’ve decided this will end up being my, more than likely, only PP, and the only GMT, in the collection for now. -I will keep 5 other Rolex + a couple knock around gshock, Panerai, etc…

14 July 2023, 11:28 AM	#4
Bladeshot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,746	If it’s your only PP, I’d keep it. I put the blue dial GMT back in my collection this month, permanently. I’m a huge GMT fan. This time, I got one that also has the original black dial. I think we’ve talked about this PP. I like it. I thought about adding it, many times… Keep them both. The are so different, you can really change it up. Just another WIS who loves to trade. IG @bladeandwatch1 __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

14 July 2023, 11:48 AM	#7
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,745	LOOKING TO KEEP ONLY ONE….5524G VS 126719 (blue) Well Richard if only one of the two would keep the WG BLRO ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

14 July 2023, 01:55 PM	#13
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,970	An FPJ would pop against those tattoos Richard. Sell both and grab one while prices are coming back to earth. Ok that wasn’t the question was it lol I prefer the Patek mainly because you’re retaining 5 Rolex. __________________

14 July 2023, 10:40 AM	#2
HMHM "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: HM Location: 🇲🇾 Posts: 2,397	From the pics, I feel the 5524 is slightly too big for your wrist lug to lug. So I would keep the BLRO….

14 July 2023, 11:27 AM	#3
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,719	Better pic….size wise it’s right on the edge, but I don’t think it is too big. At least not for my thought process, as most pilot watches run on the bigger side. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

14 July 2023, 11:37 AM	#5
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,411	I’d take the GMT Richard. I do like the Patek, but I prefer bracelets to straps, simple as that.

14 July 2023, 12:04 PM	#8
slawa "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: new york Posts: 192	I would keep 5524 it' more special and you can always change strap to a different one. Best

14 July 2023, 12:21 PM	#9
GGGMT 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Itinerant Watch: 79010sg Posts: 8,167	Not even a close call Richard. The 5524 is a stunner; a rogue PP with personality; a cool complication; great strap; unique; and your only PP (and mine!) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 July 2023, 01:29 PM	#10
DavidSB 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: USA Posts: 190	5224. Change the strap to grey or blue. Great lume and useful complication.

14 July 2023, 01:33 PM	#11
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,829	Love the 5524r for its complications, aesthetics, sunburst dial, strap options, etc... Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

14 July 2023, 01:50 PM	#12
Fenrira "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: UK, Asia Posts: 228	Since you’re planning to keep 5 other Rolex I’d let go of both and swap the Patek to a dressier model like a 5205 or 5172.

14 July 2023, 02:55 PM	#14
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,705	I would keep the Patek if it is going to be your only travel watch. The 5524 is quite understated being a G and the travel time is an easy function to use.

14 July 2023, 04:21 PM	#15
danwang0520 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Daniel Location: Taipei, Taiwan Watch: my signature Posts: 2,670	I would personally keep the Patek Calatrava Pilot Travel Time since it's your only PP....

14 July 2023, 04:30 PM	#16
PT_91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Switzerland Posts: 473	Tough call. Everything else ignored, just comparing the watches I'd probably keep the WG BLRO. Given the PP is the only one in your collection though, I can see why people use this as an argument.

14 July 2023, 04:58 PM	#17
Flex368 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Felix Location: GMT +1 Watch: Yes! Posts: 2,985	Everything else aside, I think the BLRO looks much nicer on your wrist.

14 July 2023, 09:11 PM	#19
emtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: UK Posts: 1,242	I voted GMT simply because I think it is much better looking than that particular Patek. I do of course understand and appreciate that the Patek is more special when it comes to finishing and craftsmanship. Plus if this is to be your only GMT/Travel watch then the Rolex seems the more practical option in terms of water resistance and ruggedness.

14 July 2023, 09:13 PM	#20
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,302	Both cool watches and completely different. I am partial to the Rolex and while it would mean getting rid of your only PP that would not factor for me. The Rolex is special and stands out in a very subtle way. The PP, not so much for me.

14 July 2023, 09:30 PM	#21
ts3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Europe Posts: 3,270	No Rolex fan but I'd keep the WG BLRO in this contest. For me 5524 is meh and near the bottom of the current Patek catalogue for a number of reasons (including overall looks, lack of originality of the design, overrated complication, huge pushers). Also agree with Flex368 that the BLRO looks better on your wrist with 5524 being borderline too large on top.

15 July 2023, 12:06 AM	#22
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,855	I’d keep the BLRO since it is more versatile. If you have other PM Rolex sports models then keep the 5524.

15 July 2023, 01:35 AM	#23
lutz "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Europe Posts: 14	I voted GMT because I'm not a fan of the 5524's design. Also imho it looks a tad too large on your wirst

15 July 2023, 04:10 AM	#24
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,054	Gmt First reason is WR. Cant see leaving the patek (any watch) in the hotel room when I take a dip in the water while traveling. __________________

15 July 2023, 09:19 AM	#26
Yobrooks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Philly, USA Watch: PP Posts: 544	One more for the 5524.Great looking on the wrist, useful functions, great lume, beautiful subyle sunburst dial, strap options, great daily wearer. Sent from my SM-S918U using Tapatalk

15 July 2023, 03:06 PM	#27
ChetBaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Europe Posts: 567	Keep the GMT. Looks great on you wrist and pairs very nicely with your tattoos. Really pops.

16 July 2023, 01:23 PM	#28
SudiYunus "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Washington Watch: Cartier Panthere Posts: 991	I would keep the PP __________________ Cartier Panthere ,Tudor GMT Cartier Santos 100 XL ,Tudor 925 DJ 36 Pink Dial ,PAM Due Blue DJ 36 White Dial ,CasiOak Sub ND

17 July 2023, 01:57 AM	#29
Jmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Ed Location: Bay Area Posts: 355	Keep the 5524G and think about upgrade to the meteorite :) __________________ Vacheron Constantin \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| Girard-Perregaux \| Ming \| Dietrich \| Baume & Mercier

17 July 2023, 02:21 AM	#30
joe&joe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Europe Posts: 40	Really hard choice, I would pick the GMT only because it looks badass with your tattoos, otherwise it would have been a coin flip situation for me.

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