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11 February 2017, 03:43 PM | #31 | |
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Unless you are a big fan of chronos, I would recommend the 5711/1R, the 15400OR or the 15202OR. Although I do not own any of these, I have tried on all three at ADs and they are all nice watches. Do you want/prefer a second hand on your watch? If you do, then you can choose between the 5711 and the 15400. Do you prefer the blue or brown or black dial? Do you have a strong preference between the PP or AP brand? Although I am a PP person, between the 15202OR, 15400OR and the 5711/1R, I think the 15202OR looks the best. |
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11 February 2017, 03:47 PM | #32 |
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I went with this!
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Anyway, I am narrowing down option now, because it's an engagement gift, so I am going to choose a simple and timeless design. The 5711/1R and 15202OR are the final two choices I would choose from. |
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15 February 2017, 09:23 AM | #34 | |
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15 February 2017, 09:58 AM | #35 | |
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Here is a photo of the 15202OR I tried on a few months ago. I don't think the blue dial is as nice as the blue dial on the 5711/1A. I think the 15202OR is harder to find than the 15400OR, but both were available at the AP boutique I visited. |
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15 February 2017, 10:12 AM | #36 |
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Let's see...yep, AP
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15 February 2017, 03:18 PM | #37 |
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I agree with your two finalists - 5711R and 15202 RG. I would probably choose the PP. I like the style, the second hand and the brown dial with rose gold. I also like AP, as I am wearing one now. If you are truly 50% for each, then I'd listen to your future spouse and get the PP. Probably a result of 35 years of marriage! :-)
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17 February 2017, 12:52 AM | #38 |
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In sport watches you have far more choices with AP, particularly if you are used to larger watches or have big wrists. The PP choices will seem either underwhelming on the wrist, or understated, depending on your personality. I chose a 5167 because it flies under the radar. There is no wrong answer and I'm sure if you try a few on you'll quickly figure out which is for you.
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17 February 2017, 04:56 AM | #39 |
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If value is a serious concern, pick the Patek.
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17 February 2017, 11:31 AM | #40 |
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Well, being a sucker for Nautilus, my answer should be obvious!
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18 February 2017, 02:39 AM | #41 |
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There can only be one king. Go PP ;)
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18 February 2017, 06:17 AM | #42 |
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PP generally, but I have a soft spot for the steel Jumbo re-issue with blue dial, just gorgeous.
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18 February 2017, 07:12 AM | #43 |
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What happened that it took 9 months?! I know 6 is common but 9 is really quite long...
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18 February 2017, 07:12 AM | #44 |
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Both the 5711R and 15202OR are beauties, and it's a toss-up between them.
Decide whether you want a blue dial or brown dial :) |
18 February 2017, 10:53 PM | #45 | |
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The 5711 is fine too, but I believe Patek Philippe in particular is experiencing a bit of a bubble at the moment — more so than its peers, though most of the industry's pricing seems vulnerable to a correction — due to their significantly-increased production combined with significantly-decreased design skill, so I wouldn't guarantee that a modern Nautilus would hold its long-term value better. Fortunately, they haven't messed with the 5711 too much, but to me, the original ultra-thin version of the Royal Oak is the stronger design and will always be the more desirable watch. Of course, that's just my opinion; I could be wrong. :) |
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19 February 2017, 01:47 PM | #46 | |
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20 February 2017, 10:05 AM | #47 |
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UK had a price rise last year and another is expected in Mar so for anyone who bought before then, like me, good times! Even the PMs are making money.
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21 February 2017, 08:55 PM | #48 |
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Both brands are good, I would go for SS but if not then full gold, would not go for two tone but that's just me. I think it's great to have both brands, for the moment I have 2 of each and no other brand, getting another PP with the 5711 so as you see I love both brands more than others, you can't go wrong with either, though I would get a Jumbo and not a 15400, proportional it is better IMO, 41mm is great for chronos but not anfan for plain dials, 39mm is nicer visually for me. In the end get which you love, not just like, at these prices you should love the watch, so don't get one that you are not sure about
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