5167 or Daytona on Oysterflex

[Breizh]

Originally Posted by kimsun

Hey buddy, here you go! I own both the 5167 and the 116519ln in my collection.

If you ask me, I really like the weight of the 5167a and I think it weighs much lighter compared to the Daytona. But the Daytona is a class on its own too, it’s way heavier on the wrist compared to the aquanaut(duhhh, it’s white gold )

Both really speaks to me, but In my opinion the 5167a is slightly more versatile because it fits the casual wear as well as the formal wear. For some reason the simplicity and the shape of the aquanaut bezel actually fits the formal work wear pretty well(I wear a suit for work). But really go for the one that you desire more. Of course there’s argument by many that the Daytona has a chronograph complication and is precious metal, compared to the aquanaut which is steel with no complications.


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There you go! way to solve my conundrum
Thanks for chiming in and congrats on your very nice collection

[antelope]

WG Daytona. 1st of all is PM and lots of it ( look at clasp).

[Breizh]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

It's not the 5167's fault it's trading at 30k. The demand is skewing the merit of the watch in this contest, though i think a more apt comparison is between the daytona OF and the 5968a for the similar functions.

And I will pick the 5968a over the PM OF.

You very well summed up my decision problem.
If the 5167 was available at msrp I would have never asked the question. It becomes a more difficult choice when it's trading at a 50% premium.
And of course I would pick the 5968 in an heartbeat if I could!

[SL BRABUS]

Daytona must be in bracelet... "Icon"

Too bad Daytona can't be switch around bracelet or rubber......

Between the 5167 & Daytona on Oysterflex.....

My choice is 5167 bracelet plus optional rubber strap & clasp for switch around fun.....

[offrdmania]

OP, you and I are in the same boat. I want the 5167a bad but im having a tough time swallowing the gray prices. If I could get one at MSRP then it would already be on my wrist. Even a few grand over I would pay but not 10-12 grand.

[Breizh]

Originally Posted by campfire

Tough one. If you have other Pateks, maybe the Daytona. At grey prices, I just feel it makes more sense. But then again, you seem like to buy what you want for its own sake. So not concerned about values.

If you're all Rolex right now, then the Patek.

No wrong choices. Nice spot to be in. Have fun.

I have one Patek 5726 and one Rolex Sub (114060).
This would be my last piece.
When I bought my first Aquanaut 18 years ago, it was so unloved, it's almost funny to see what happened to them now. I got rid of it to help with my Nautilus purchase 4 years ago but now I miss it. However I'm not sure if it's worth the premium (like buying a house in 06) hence looking at the Daytona.

[ap1]

519 for me. I prefer it’s weight and dial

[airchitect]

I’d have to say the Daytona is much better bang for the buck

[JorgeCCW]

Originally Posted by Breizh

I have one Patek 5726 and one Rolex Sub (114060).
This would be my last piece.
When I bought my first Aquanaut 18 years ago, it was so unloved, it's almost funny to see what happened to them now. I got rid of it to help with my Nautilus purchase 4 years ago but now I miss it. However I'm not sure if it's worth the premium (like buying a house in 06) hence looking at the Daytona.

With those 2 pieces (both in steel) you need a pm for sure


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[SL BRABUS]

Originally Posted by offrdmania

OP, you and I are in the same boat. I want the 5167a bad but im having a tough time swallowing the gray prices. If I could get one at MSRP then it would already be on my wrist. Even a few grand over I would pay but not 10-12 grand.

Just like the people say they would not pay 10-12k premium on a 5711... 3 or 4 years ago......

[DoctorA]

To me it’s not even close....... daytona of course!!

[sensui]

Gotta be the Daytona here.....IMO that's the best modern Daytona dial on the market.

[aj_tucker]

For me, it's the Daytona. The 5167a is outrageous and the dial and bezel are some next level shit - just didn't like *that* slim of a watch for a sports piece. Not everyone agrees with me. I sold my 5167a to fund a 5164a or a dress piece. Undecided there.

But -- you really have to weigh that against YOUR own desires. Both are beautiful pieces. To non-watch people, both are equally unnoticeable (only watch geeks care about what is on your wrist).

As yourself these questions and decide for yourself (you'll find opinions here, not answers):

1) Does the brand matter to me?
2) Do I want a watch with heft and presence?
3) Will scratches on the bezel bother me? Do I want my watch to retain that 'perfect' look as long as possible?
4) Am I constructing my collection / acquisitions around a theme / brand? Is this 'filling a hole' or just something you want?
5) If the Aquanaut takes in value (which ... it could), will you be affected?

[Breizh]

Thank you for your comments.
I wish I could do both to solve the problem

[jerryguo]

5167 for the practicality, wearability, movement finish, it also looks much better in person. for daytona, i would only go with bracelet version either full steel or full gold.


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[ttee]

Patek any day!

[MichaelFlash]

D.a.y.t.o.n.a.

[The Argonaut]

Originally Posted by offrdmania

OP, you and I are in the same boat. I want the 5167a bad but im having a tough time swallowing the gray prices. If I could get one at MSRP then it would already be on my wrist. Even a few grand over I would pay but not 10-12 grand.

My exact dilemma. I think $25-26k for the 5167 is fine, but that represents the upper limit. I was offered two on the grey market recently, and both at $28k. I declined as I simply don't think the watch is worth that. The closer one gets to $30k, the better to get the 116519 Daytona. That's an icon, with or without the OF strap.

[The Argonaut]

Originally Posted by aj_tucker

For me, it's the Daytona. The 5167a is outrageous and the dial and bezel are some next level shit - just didn't like *that* slim of a watch for a sports piece. Not everyone agrees with me. I sold my 5167a to fund a 5164a or a dress piece. Undecided there.

But -- you really have to weigh that against YOUR own desires. Both are beautiful pieces. To non-watch people, both are equally unnoticeable (only watch geeks care about what is on your wrist).

As yourself these questions and decide for yourself (you'll find opinions here, not answers):

1) Does the brand matter to me?
2) Do I want a watch with heft and presence?
3) Will scratches on the bezel bother me? Do I want my watch to retain that 'perfect' look as long as possible?
4) Am I constructing my collection / acquisitions around a theme / brand? Is this 'filling a hole' or just something you want?
5) If the Aquanaut takes in value (which ... it could), will you be affected?

Solid post.