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ragsk · 22 September 2018, 07:22 PM

I have just under a 7.5inch wrist so feel the larger 5168 would suit me more than the 5167. But I love the functionality of the 5164 too. A 42mm 5164 would have me jumping up and down tbh.

Is the 5168 mission impossible to get from an AD ?

Vetracer · 22 September 2018, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

I have just under a 7.5inch wrist so feel the larger 5168 would suit me more than the 5167. But I love the functionality of the 5164 too. A 42mm 5164 would have me jumping up and down tbh.

Is the 5168 mission impossible to get from an AD ?

It’s not impossible. Your opportunity increases massively if you’re not a new customer.

ragsk · 22 September 2018, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Vetracer

It’s not impossible. Your opportunity increases massively if you’re not a new customer.

No i am not. Will give it a crack but I am already waitlisted on a 5711 Rose so may get that first before asking for more!

tyler1980 · 22 September 2018, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

No i am not. Will give it a crack but I am already waitlisted on a 5711 Rose so may get that first before asking for more!

i cant really gauge if the 5168 is that hard to get or the demand is much lower because its 42mm, really flat/thin in relation to the diameter, and WG. Its undeniable there isnt that many floating around and less than I thought, but as to why, i don't know.

AK797 · 22 September 2018, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kultschar

How easy / approx £ do you reckon it would be to swap my 2017 5167 for a 5164?

WF recently offered a member here £15k for a 3 year old 67 so maybe £16K. New 64s are going for up to £35K now, retail is def best if you can find one.

AK797 · 22 September 2018, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

I have just under a 7.5inch wrist so feel the larger 5168 would suit me more than the 5167. But I love the functionality of the 5164 too. A 42mm 5164 would have me jumping up and down tbh.

Is the 5168 mission impossible to get from an AD ?

Have you tried one on? Due to the rounded octagon shape the 42mm felt a bit bloated and out of proportion on me, the 40mm are a bit small granted, esp for 7 plus wrists, but they do feel in proportion.

ragsk · 23 September 2018, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Have you tried one on? Due to the rounded octagon shape the 42mm felt a bit bloated and out of proportion on me, the 40mm are a bit small granted, esp for 7 plus wrists, but they do feel in proportion.

No I haven't. Issue is nowadays even the Patek salon has none to show you. Beyond a joke.....you have to go to grey dealers to try them on......

kultschar · 30 September 2018, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

WF recently offered a member here £15k for a 3 year old 67 so maybe £16K. New 64s are going for up to £35K now, retail is def best if you can find one.

£24,950 for a 2017 5167 Aquanaut on WF now - nuts!

Wonder what they buy them for

AK797 · 30 September 2018, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by kultschar

£24,950 for a 2017 5167 Aquanaut on WF now - nuts!

Wonder what they buy them for

Wow, thought the price was flatlining at £22/3 but they keep pushing. Ask them for a quote on yours, might be able to push for more if you mention this one for sale. Let us know.

s.m.b. · 30 September 2018, 01:30 PM

Just putting a wrap on day one with my 5167. Man-o-man... I’m flat out in love with this reference. It’s something like a perfect blend between a Nautilus and a classic Calatrava, but with a rubber strap. So good! Hope you’re able to acquire one soon!

DressWatchJones · 30 September 2018, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by PattayaHammerTime

now I know they don't release too many of them and there's a wait list... just what are the chances?

Preferably the 5167A

I have an Aquanaut on the bracelet in mint condition. Box and papers. Don’t particulary want to sell, or need to, but would for £22.5k.

tchaic · 1 October 2018, 04:12 AM

I have a 5167A I got back from Patek Service this week I’m going to be selling in Florida. Has box, extract from archives but not original certificate. Haven’t opened the box yet to post for sale but I assume it will be like new as Patek service is awesome (albeit slow). DM me if in the market for this watch and can live without original certificate. I’m not the original owner but owned it 4 years. I’m holding out for a new one from Tiffany with my name on the papers that I’ll keep forever. Have 5167R and this one seems duplicative. If I’m gonna sell need to do it before I wear it.

tchaic · 1 October 2018, 04:18 AM

I tried to get a 5168 no luck and I have a few watches. I think it’s stull pretty limited.

kultschar · 1 October 2018, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Wow, thought the price was flatlining at £22/3 but they keep pushing. Ask them for a quote on yours, might be able to push for more if you mention this one for sale. Let us know.

18-19k

R!$ · 2 October 2018, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MrPear

They have a 5167 in Boodles Liverpool, which they will release if you buy a calatrava.

you should already have a calatrava before getting the aquanaut so this shouldn't be an obstacle anyways

AK797 · 3 October 2018, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by kultschar

18-19k

That's better, maybe our barbs have had an effect.

kultschar · 4 October 2018, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

That's better, maybe our barbs have had an effect.

Not sure wether its a good idea to sell my 5167 at this stage. I have to wait until Feb 2019 to see what allocation they will receive of the 5164.

Think I would prefer to keep it - better to have a Aquanaut then not - huh?

thomaspp · 4 October 2018, 10:40 PM

THE aquanaut

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np2016 · 5 October 2018, 12:03 AM

I would keep it my 5167a on rubber is one of the most versatileunder the radar watches in my collection. I can wear it at a formal event or at the dog park and everything in between.

SilverFoxUK · 5 October 2018, 12:23 AM

Do Aquanaut 5167 seekers always want/prefer the composite rubber strap version rather than the steel bracelet version? If so, would you wait 2-3 years for the rubber strap watch rather than having the steel bracelet version in 9 months or so? (especially if the AD was willing to throw in a complimentary rubber strap with the steel bracelet version)?

JR16 · 5 October 2018, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SilverFoxUK

Do Aquanaut 5167 seekers always want/prefer the composite rubber strap version rather than the steel bracelet version? If so, would you wait 2-3 years for the rubber strap watch rather than having the steel bracelet version in 9 months or so? (especially if the AD was willing to throw in a complimentary rubber strap with the steel bracelet version)?

IMO, The only reason to turn down this offer from your AD would be because you don’t want to pay the premium for the bracelet . I preferred the rubber and got mine in 3 months , but if faced w your choice (if you believe the 2-3 year wait), I would go for the bracelet plus free rubber.

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Tay821 · 5 October 2018, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by JR16

IMO, The only reason to turn down this offer from your AD would be because you don’t want to pay the premium for the bracelet . I preferred the rubber and got mine in 3 months , but if faced w your choice (if you believe the 2-3 year wait), I would go for the bracelet plus free rubber.

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Make sure it includes the clasp. I dont htink the bracelet's can be repurposed

AK797 · 5 October 2018, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by kultschar

Not sure wether its a good idea to sell my 5167 at this stage. I have to wait until Feb 2019 to see what allocation they will receive of the 5164.

Think I would prefer to keep it - better to have a Aquanaut then not - huh?

Might as well wait until you know more.

kultschar · 5 October 2018, 07:11 AM

Yes indeed - I will be patient!

lindyhppr · 5 October 2018, 01:08 PM

There is a 5167R available at the AD near where I live.

30 September 2018, 01:30 PM	#40
s.m.b. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: the Far West Posts: 1,282	Just putting a wrap on day one with my 5167. Man-o-man... I’m flat out in love with this reference. It’s something like a perfect blend between a Nautilus and a classic Calatrava, but with a rubber strap. So good! Hope you’re able to acquire one soon! __________________ Rolex & Patek Philippe

4 October 2018, 10:40 PM	#48
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,136	THE aquanaut Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

22 September 2018, 07:22 PM	#31
ragsk Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 1,505	I have just under a 7.5inch wrist so feel the larger 5168 would suit me more than the 5167. But I love the functionality of the 5164 too. A 42mm 5164 would have me jumping up and down tbh. Is the 5168 mission impossible to get from an AD ?

1 October 2018, 04:12 AM	#42
tchaic "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Watch: Tag Heuer 2000 Posts: 490	I have a 5167A I got back from Patek Service this week I’m going to be selling in Florida. Has box, extract from archives but not original certificate. Haven’t opened the box yet to post for sale but I assume it will be like new as Patek service is awesome (albeit slow). DM me if in the market for this watch and can live without original certificate. I’m not the original owner but owned it 4 years. I’m holding out for a new one from Tiffany with my name on the papers that I’ll keep forever. Have 5167R and this one seems duplicative. If I’m gonna sell need to do it before I wear it.

1 October 2018, 04:18 AM	#43
tchaic "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Watch: Tag Heuer 2000 Posts: 490	I tried to get a 5168 no luck and I have a few watches. I think it’s stull pretty limited.

5 October 2018, 12:03 AM	#49
np2016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex, Patek, AP, Posts: 522	I would keep it my 5167a on rubber is one of the most versatileunder the radar watches in my collection. I can wear it at a formal event or at the dog park and everything in between.

5 October 2018, 12:23 AM	#50
SilverFoxUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: England Posts: 162	Do Aquanaut 5167 seekers always want/prefer the composite rubber strap version rather than the steel bracelet version? If so, would you wait 2-3 years for the rubber strap watch rather than having the steel bracelet version in 9 months or so? (especially if the AD was willing to throw in a complimentary rubber strap with the steel bracelet version)?

5 October 2018, 07:11 AM	#54
kultschar "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: End of the World Watch: PP & Rolex Posts: 1,970	Yes indeed - I will be patient!

5 October 2018, 01:08 PM	#55
lindyhppr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Bay Area Posts: 6	There is a 5167R available at the AD near where I live.

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