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ganiccus · 14 September 2020, 10:27 AM

patek for sure, 5205g is a great first patek and a nice way to build a purchase history with the brand

Rolexander · 14 September 2020, 10:29 AM

Take money back. Go for the Patek!

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Son Goku · 14 September 2020, 10:55 AM

The Patek is for sure a much nicer piece, but considerably more expensive. Ultimately you should get what you think will make you happier in the long run. As someone else pointed out don't get a watch just to fall in line with a celebration if it isn't actually the watch you want. Hold out for what you really want!

Jim Beam · 14 September 2020, 11:03 AM

First get your deposit back. Second, no matter what you decide to do, do it at another AD. That’s just plain dirty pool and you shouldn’t do business with them (Rolex, PP or otherwise) at all with them.

BumbleB · 14 September 2020, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by pj1369

So, my AD initially said I could get a WG Daytona 116519ln in a few days. I put in a 50% deposit and he now says it could take months or a year. I'm thinking about canceling and getting a Patek 5205 white gold with blue dial. Thoughts? I really want a watch to celebrate my birthday and new job next month - mid October.

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They’re so far apart, it’s not comparable. One is a chronograph without Date, the other a GMT Annual Calendar.

Personally I would go for the Patek as I already have a WG Daytona and I have more use for a GMT annual calendar...

Just one question: is the Patek a Used one?

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David5807 · 14 September 2020, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by 2001jesper

Well, if you made a deposit with a promise of getting the watch within a few days, then i would certainly ask for my money back!
Buy the watch you want and not whats available to meet a celebratory timeline

This

dmash · 14 September 2020, 11:24 AM

How are you even comparing the two? The Patek is on another level

myporsche · 14 September 2020, 11:36 AM

What an ass of an AD, take your deposit back and grab the Patek.

strettyend · 14 September 2020, 11:40 AM

Patek

Spartacus · 14 September 2020, 11:48 AM

Patek.

HVACPRO · 14 September 2020, 11:51 AM

The Patek is stunning! Go for it.

scrappy · 14 September 2020, 12:01 PM

Annual calendar.... because people forget what month or day of the week it is?

Ichiran · 14 September 2020, 12:10 PM

5205! That model is the most beautiful AC in the catalog!

inadeje · 14 September 2020, 12:24 PM

I would Generally say Patek but I’m not fond of that reference to be honest. Why not go grey on the Daytona? The variant you want isn’t particularly hard to find.

Jster · 14 September 2020, 12:28 PM

I’m not a fan of either watch but I’d choose that particular Rolex over that particular Patek.

Pam673 · 14 September 2020, 01:00 PM

Patek of course

blada4life · 14 September 2020, 01:04 PM

I would take my money back and try to find it from a grey. Pretty sure you can find it for the same price.

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kearez · 14 September 2020, 01:16 PM

Patek no contest.

BOXMAN76 · 14 September 2020, 01:24 PM

These watches aren’t even in the same zip code.... Get the Patek!
Total no brainer

fskywalker · 14 September 2020, 01:31 PM

I would cancel, then evaluate what other options you may have

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HippoPAPAmus · 14 September 2020, 01:57 PM

Sadly I think your AD sold your watch out from under you. If it were me, I would get my money back and regroup. You seem undecided on your next watch. Any watch purchase would be purposeful and planned out. Figure out exactly what you want and then go get it.

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HippoPAPAmus · 14 September 2020, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by HippoPAPAmus

Sadly I think your AD sold your watch out from under you. If it were me, I would get my money back and regroup. You seem undecided on your next watch. Any watch purchase would be purposeful and planned out. Figure out exactly what you want and then go get it.

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*should

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maylebox · 14 September 2020, 02:04 PM

The first thing I would do is get my money back from the AD who's delivery date went from "a few days" to indefinite. Then take a couple of days to regroup and locate another WG Daytona or buy the Patek.

Moondoggy · 14 September 2020, 02:23 PM

Patek

I am more concerned that your AD asked for a deposit, never ever ever had to pay a deposit with an unknown delivery date, what is that song...mmm "don't pay the ferryman until he takes you to the other side".

strapmaker · 14 September 2020, 03:26 PM

Patek without any doubt! Go for it !

Super Wombat · 14 September 2020, 03:45 PM

Why did you have to pay a 50% deposit for the watch in the first place, as opposed to just putting your name down on a list? It feels like paying a deposit hasn’t gotten you any close to securing one, i would take the money back and if possible, use a different AD. Also, as a few others have said, they’re totally different watches. Other than starting a new job, do you have any connection to either of these watches? They’re both very expensive so I’m assuming you’ve done quite a bit research to pick out those two? If not, why have you settled on these two models?

ow44 · 14 September 2020, 04:44 PM

Ask for your money back.

If the Patek feel just right, when you put it on, go for it.

If not, and the Daytona is the one you really want, go to another AD.

You do not want to do business with someone you know you can not trust, if you intend to do more business with them in the future.

Oxfordian · 14 September 2020, 05:35 PM

This is a difficult call, you want something special for a big event in your life but if you choose a Rolex there is no guarantee that you can get what you want when you want it.

IMHO the best thing you can do is go with what you want and just accept that it may arrive before or after the the event that you want to celebrate, but you know that when the watch arrives exactly what it is for.

In my case I wanted a TT Rolex for a big birthday next year, my AD has told me a DJ is fine that can be had fairly easily but if I want a TT watch from the professional range it it could be 18 months before it arrives, this will be well after my birthday.

Get the watch you really want, as no matter what else you buy that 'want' is still going to be there gnawing away at you every time that you see a picture of the watch that you once had your heart set on.

42itus · 14 September 2020, 06:19 PM

Easy. Get the watch you want. If you’re wealthy enough to get a watch based on availability then get both. If you’re not that wealthy then why are you basing your decision on what’s available?

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jimcameron · 14 September 2020, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by pj1369

I really want a watch to celebrate my birthday and new job next month - mid October.

There is an antiquated school of thought that might counsel one to actually wait until the "new job" has actually commenced.

14 September 2020, 11:40 AM	#39
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14 September 2020, 12:24 PM	#44
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,568	I would Generally say Patek but I’m not fond of that reference to be honest. Why not go grey on the Daytona? The variant you want isn’t particularly hard to find. __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

14 September 2020, 01:31 PM	#50
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,593	I would cancel, then evaluate what other options you may have Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

14 September 2020, 05:35 PM	#58
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: 124060 Submariner Posts: 2,871	This is a difficult call, you want something special for a big event in your life but if you choose a Rolex there is no guarantee that you can get what you want when you want it. IMHO the best thing you can do is go with what you want and just accept that it may arrive before or after the the event that you want to celebrate, but you know that when the watch arrives exactly what it is for. In my case I wanted a TT Rolex for a big birthday next year, my AD has told me a DJ is fine that can be had fairly easily but if I want a TT watch from the professional range it it could be 18 months before it arrives, this will be well after my birthday. Get the watch you really want, as no matter what else you buy that 'want' is still going to be there gnawing away at you every time that you see a picture of the watch that you once had your heart set on. __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

14 September 2020, 10:27 AM	#31
ganiccus Banned Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: QC, CA Watch: Exp II Posts: 457	patek for sure, 5205g is a great first patek and a nice way to build a purchase history with the brand

14 September 2020, 10:29 AM	#32
Rolexander "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 24	Take money back. Go for the Patek! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 September 2020, 10:55 AM	#33
Son Goku "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: LA Posts: 174	The Patek is for sure a much nicer piece, but considerably more expensive. Ultimately you should get what you think will make you happier in the long run. As someone else pointed out don't get a watch just to fall in line with a celebration if it isn't actually the watch you want. Hold out for what you really want!

14 September 2020, 11:03 AM	#34
Jim Beam Banned Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA A-OK! Watch: 116503 Posts: 233	First get your deposit back. Second, no matter what you decide to do, do it at another AD. That’s just plain dirty pool and you shouldn’t do business with them (Rolex, PP or otherwise) at all with them.

14 September 2020, 11:24 AM	#37
dmash "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA <> BKK Posts: 5,912	How are you even comparing the two? The Patek is on another level

14 September 2020, 11:36 AM	#38
myporsche "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: LA<>NY Watch: Rolex♠Lange Posts: 2,277	What an ass of an AD, take your deposit back and grab the Patek.

14 September 2020, 11:48 AM	#40
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,698	Patek.

14 September 2020, 11:51 AM	#41
HVACPRO "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 160	The Patek is stunning! Go for it.

14 September 2020, 12:01 PM	#42
scrappy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 623	Annual calendar.... because people forget what month or day of the week it is?

14 September 2020, 12:10 PM	#43
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,598	5205! That model is the most beautiful AC in the catalog!

14 September 2020, 12:28 PM	#45
Jster 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: California Posts: 1,250	I’m not a fan of either watch but I’d choose that particular Rolex over that particular Patek.

14 September 2020, 01:00 PM	#46
Pam673 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: La La land Watch: A few Posts: 99	Patek of course

14 September 2020, 01:04 PM	#47
blada4life "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,036	I would take my money back and try to find it from a grey. Pretty sure you can find it for the same price. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 September 2020, 01:16 PM	#48
kearez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: 36000FT Posts: 701	Patek no contest.

14 September 2020, 01:24 PM	#49
BOXMAN76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Tennessee Watch: 116500 Daytona Posts: 199	These watches aren’t even in the same zip code.... Get the Patek! Total no brainer

14 September 2020, 01:57 PM	#51
HippoPAPAmus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: USA Posts: 720	Sadly I think your AD sold your watch out from under you. If it were me, I would get my money back and regroup. You seem undecided on your next watch. Any watch purchase would be purposeful and planned out. Figure out exactly what you want and then go get it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 September 2020, 02:04 PM	#53
maylebox "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 881	The first thing I would do is get my money back from the AD who's delivery date went from "a few days" to indefinite. Then take a couple of days to regroup and locate another WG Daytona or buy the Patek.

14 September 2020, 02:23 PM	#54
Moondoggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Berty Location: NI/Aust/USA Watch: and wait Posts: 3,039	Patek I am more concerned that your AD asked for a deposit, never ever ever had to pay a deposit with an unknown delivery date, what is that song...mmm "don't pay the ferryman until he takes you to the other side".

14 September 2020, 03:26 PM	#55
strapmaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: planet earth Posts: 16	Patek without any doubt! Go for it !

14 September 2020, 03:45 PM	#56
Super Wombat "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Tap Location: UK Watch: Rolex Milgauss Posts: 13	Why did you have to pay a 50% deposit for the watch in the first place, as opposed to just putting your name down on a list? It feels like paying a deposit hasn’t gotten you any close to securing one, i would take the money back and if possible, use a different AD. Also, as a few others have said, they’re totally different watches. Other than starting a new job, do you have any connection to either of these watches? They’re both very expensive so I’m assuming you’ve done quite a bit research to pick out those two? If not, why have you settled on these two models?

14 September 2020, 04:44 PM	#57
ow44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Real Name: Oscar Location: Sweden Watch: Datograph Up/Down Posts: 12	Ask for your money back. If the Patek feel just right, when you put it on, go for it. If not, and the Daytona is the one you really want, go to another AD. You do not want to do business with someone you know you can not trust, if you intend to do more business with them in the future.

14 September 2020, 06:19 PM	#59
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Easy. Get the watch you want. If you’re wealthy enough to get a watch based on availability then get both. If you’re not that wealthy then why are you basing your decision on what’s available? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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