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Old 21 February 2019, 06:46 AM   #1
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5712 vs. 5164a collection options

Just seeing which people would prefer to own alongside an LVc. Given the market value difference I'm going to add a SS DaytonaC as well.

LVc and 5712

LVc, 5164a and DaytonaC (or DJ41 if I feel the need for something dressy)


I have a feeling this is going to be overwhelmingly LVc/5712, as that's the purists' choice. But I do think this depends more on lifestyle, age, wrist-size, etc.
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:49 AM   #2
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I am new to Patek, so forgive my ignorance, why is the 5712 for the purists?

If you said 5711, I would get it.

And are you going AD or gray? Just curious.

oh, and for me, I would go 5712 and 5164. ditch the LVC.
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:50 AM   #3
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I have LVc and 5164a in my collection. To be honest, I don't wear the hulk much....


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Old 21 February 2019, 06:53 AM   #4
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Nautilus.

The bulkiness and metal fatigue of the Aquanaut clasp was an issue for me..
for that matter the tightness of the Nautilus clasp has its own issues.

But still I pick Nautilus for superior wearing experience.
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:55 AM   #5
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I am new to Patek, so forgive my ignorance, why is the 5712 for the purists?

If you said 5711, I would get it.

And are you going AD or gray? Just curious.

oh, and for me, I would go 5712 and 5164. ditch the LVC.
Because I expect most to say Nautilus over Aquanaut.

And the 12 and 64a isn't an option, unfortunately. Not anytime soon anyway. The point of the thread was to compare 2 options of similar total value.
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:57 AM   #6
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I’m not a huge LVc fan, but I’d go with the 5712. That said, I don’t think you could go wrong with either as the 5164 is also an absolutely stunning watch as well.
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:57 AM   #7
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Because I expect most to say Nautilus over Aquanaut.

And the 12 and 64a isn't an option, unfortunately. Not anytime soon anyway.
So Nautilus is more of a purist watch over the Aquanaut?

I did not know that. Thanks,
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Old 21 February 2019, 06:59 AM   #8
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I'd pick the Nautilus and definitely keep the lvc. Both great watches with great dials. I never took to aquanauts but do have somewhat of a weak spot for the 5164a.... But passed on it rather quickly when I was offered so I know it's not for me... But some of the wrist shots I've seen....smokin'.
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:04 AM   #9
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I’m not a fan of LVc, and I’ll definitely go with the 5712
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:17 AM   #10
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So Nautilus is more of a purist watch over the Aquanaut?

I did not know that. Thanks,
"Purist" might not be the best term to use here, but I'd definitely say the Naut skews more toward that side of the spectrum than the Aqua.
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:22 AM   #11
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Can’t beat the 12. 64 also great but my smile is bigger when looking down on the twelve. The Daytona is also tops so you have to angle for that regardless.
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:24 AM   #12
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"Purist" might not be the best term to use here, but I'd definitely say the Naut skews more toward that side of the spectrum than the Aqua.
from what I can tell, I think you are right.

certainly seems more popular.

I am lucky enough to have one of each. 5726 on strap and the 64a. They are both fantastic and I would be hard pressed, at this point, to pick a favorite. Which is saying a lot, because the 5726 is basically perfect imo.

good luck on your decision.
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Old 21 February 2019, 08:32 AM   #13
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Nautilus.

The bulkiness and metal fatigue of the Aquanaut clasp was an issue for me..
for that matter the tightness of the Nautilus clasp has its own issues.

But still I pick Nautilus for superior wearing experience.


Oh man, what I wouldn’t give for a revised clasp to put on my 5167! With that said, I still find myself wearing it more than my 5712 (not sure why).

OP, if you are going through an AD and paying MSRP, the 5712 is $40k and the 5164+D500 is $46. For $52 you can get 5712+d500, so for 13% more I would consider it an option if you find yourself liking the 12 better than the 64.


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Old 21 February 2019, 09:54 AM   #14
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I am new to Patek, so forgive my ignorance, why is the 5712 for the purists?

If you said 5711, I would get it.

And are you going AD or gray? Just curious.

oh, and for me, I would go 5712 and 5164. ditch the LVC.


Hard to fault any of this!!


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Old 21 February 2019, 11:13 AM   #15
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I have the LVc and 64, but would probably get a Nautilus first so 12 then 64.
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Old 21 February 2019, 11:32 AM   #16
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I have the LVc and 64, but would probably get a Nautilus first so 12 then 64.
So, I already have the 12 and the LVc.

I guess my question is, would you rather have the 12 and LVc or the LVC, the 64 and cash to put into another SS Rolex?
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Old 21 February 2019, 11:56 AM   #17
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So, I already have the 12 and the LVc.



I guess my question is, would you rather have the 12 and LVc or the LVC, the 64 and cash to put into another SS Rolex?


I’m not an aquanaut fan. I just don’t like the dial or the overall design. I was offered one (64) late last year and I passed. I don’t even like the 5968. It’s not for me....just my opinion. .

For a travel time Patek, I use my 5524 and 5990.

To answer your question, I’d rather have a 5712 and an LVc.

For me, the 5712 has always and will always be my favorite Patek....period. It’s just right in so many ways.


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Old 21 February 2019, 01:04 PM   #18
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Don’t sell your 5712/1a. It can be a painful lesson.

I’d sell the LVc and pickup a Daytona C to pair with your 5712/1a.
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Old 21 February 2019, 03:37 PM   #20
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Don’t sell your 5712/1a. It can be a painful lesson.
What about for a Platona?
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Old 21 February 2019, 03:41 PM   #21
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What about for a Platona?


It still would be painful. And I love the Platona. That’s a Sophie’s Choice, really.

The Platona could be my one and only whereas the 5712/1a and White Daytona C could be my only two.
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Old 21 February 2019, 03:49 PM   #22
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It still would be painful. And I love the Platona. That’s a Sophie’s Choice, really.

The Platona could be my one and only whereas the 5712/1a and White Daytona C could be my only two.
Thanks Steve.

Definitely things to think about. That win tonight makes me want that Carolina Blue dial so bad!

Losing the 5712 would really, really hurt though...
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Don’t sell your 5712/1a. It can be a painful lesson.

I’d sell the LVc and pickup a Daytona C to pair with your 5712/1a.


This is the best advice


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So, I already have the 12 and the LVc.

I guess my question is, would you rather have the 12 and LVc or the LVC, the 64 and cash to put into another SS Rolex?
12 and LVc and then save for a 64, if you are staying in SS. I like/own both the LVc and D500 but the sunburst beats the non-panda dial for me.
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Old 23 February 2019, 07:26 AM   #25
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i would do DaytonaC and 5712. Just sell the LVc.
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Old 23 February 2019, 07:57 AM   #26
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i would do DaytonaC and 5712. Just sell the LVc.
Agree.
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Nautilus.

The bulkiness and metal fatigue of the Aquanaut clasp was an issue for me..
for that matter the tightness of the Nautilus clasp has its own issues.

But still I pick Nautilus for superior wearing experience.
Neither are exceptional, but the market has gone crazy and it is what it is. Its hard to believe a pin bracelet watch can garner so much mania.
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