Newbie need some suggestion on 5212A watch

[juth]

I never purchased PP before, but I like the 5212A - COMPLICATIONS. I saw the grey market price is almost the same as the retail price, Does that mean I can walk in and buy one from the AD store? if not how should I process it??

Currently, I am wearing the TT Rolex sub blue color, I bought it at the AD 2020 before the pandemic. they offered me the black sub with date the week after lockdown, but I refused because of the pandemic (yea, I regret it now). after that never got any call from that SA. My plan was to get a couple of Rolex then get a PP from that AD. Right now the AD no longer carries PP. they only have Rolex now. should I start all over with another AD? I am in the Bay Area. age 40. Don't really like the TT or gold watch which is too flashy for me. any suggestion will help. Thank you!

[dauster]

Originally Posted by juth

I never purchased PP before, but I like the 5212A - COMPLICATIONS. I saw the grey market price is almost the same as the retail price, Does that mean I can walk in and buy one from the AD store? if not how should I process it??

Currently, I am wearing the TT Rolex sub blue color, I bought it at the AD 2020 before the pandemic. they offered me the black sub with date the week after lockdown, but I refused because of the pandemic (yea, I regret it now). after that never got any call from that SA. My plan was to get a couple of Rolex then get a PP from that AD. Right now the AD no longer carries PP. they only have Rolex now. should I start all over with another AD? I am in the Bay Area. age 40. Don't really like the TT or gold watch which is too flashy for me. any suggestion will help. Thank you!

Nah just go grey. Guess Shreve was your Ad. 5212 will still be tough from Ad


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[juth]

yea, it is. I don't want to go grey. Don't want to give up right now. I just want 1 PP(for now) should I try Kerns? they have Rolex and PP. Thank you!

[codecow]

If you’re only 40 I would start with a new AD.

5212 is awesome. I bought one when they first came out. Probably the best thing is it can take almost any strap you want to put on it.

[Turbo Racer]

I really like the 5212. It’s an interesting watch. Glad to hear about the versatility with straps. If you have the time, ad would be a good way to go. You never know when you’ll want another from them. Good luck!

[HJZS2K]

Agreed. Good piece to ask but as far as I know it isn't available to just walk ins. Wearing mine right now on a delug strap. I love this thing.

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[ExplorerI]

I’ve asked a couple ads. They basically said forget about it

[juth]

Thank you, I like the 5212 because it is not flashy. Hard to notice it is a PP. I will start with a new AD. I know I can’t just walk in and buy the watch. I want to know if I buy a white gold sub or gmt Rolex with the AD do I have a chance? Like the 5212 is 40k. If I spend 40k on other watch with the AD do I have a chance? Thank you.

[dauster]

Originally Posted by arlomax

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Google translate hat nicht funktioniert? Bisschen wenig Deutsche hier oder ;)


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[juth]

I like the 5212 is because it is not flashy. It is a PP. I always want a vintage look watch. I think I will start a new AD. My question is: the 5212 is about 40k. If I bought a white gold Rolex sub with the AD. Am I have a chance to get in the waiting list of 5212? Or I have to purchase couple PP before get in the waiting list?? How should I start? Thank you.

[londonpilgrim]

5212A is a great choice for a first Patek.

[codecow]

Originally Posted by juth

I like the 5212 is because it is not flashy. It is a PP. I always want a vintage look watch. I think I will start a new AD. My question is: the 5212 is about 40k. If I bought a white gold Rolex sub with the AD. Am I have a chance to get in the waiting list of 5212? Or I have to purchase couple PP before get in the waiting list?? How should I start? Thank you.

TBH the 5212 has been out for a while and IMO it’s not exactly a hype piece.

I’d just ask for it straight up.

If you want to buy other things it can’t hurt.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by dauster

Google translate hat nicht funktioniert? Bisschen wenig Deutsche hier oder ;)


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[tng11]

I've had my eyes on the 5212A as well over the last few years. I've pretty much come to the conclusion that going via the AD route is going to be impossible even though I'd like to have my name on the papers. Asked all the ADs in Canada, a few in the US, UK, HK and Singapore and pretty much got laughed out.

Shame considering I'd be okay with paying a bit more and I'd like to build a profile for the long run. I saw 2 examples in mint condition, less than a year old being sold for 34-35K USD while I was in Tokyo last month. Both greys still have them in stock.

[John Doyle]

Salons will tell you it's one of the most in-demand pieces probably because of the fact that it is steel and comes at a lower price point than other watches from Patek in the catalogue. I would stick to AD if you plan on purchasing other watches down the line, or go grey if it's a probable one and done with Patek.
I am waiting on the 5212 from a salon after purchasing only a 5235 and was told my time would come but should be patient. How much wait time - no idea.

[MAT4150]

How do you like your 5235? I've been between that and a 5212 for my next PP.

Originally Posted by John Doyle

Salons will tell you it's one of the most in-demand pieces probably because of the fact that it is steel and comes at a lower price point than other watches from Patek in the catalogue. I would stick to AD if you plan on purchasing other watches down the line, or go grey if it's a probable one and done with Patek.
I am waiting on the 5212 from a salon after purchasing only a 5235 and was told my time would come but should be patient. How much wait time - no idea.

[John Doyle]

Originally Posted by MAT4150

How do you like your 5235? I've been between that and a 5212 for my next PP.

I absolutely adore the regulator. Funny enough i was ready to purchase the 5524r but the SA pulled the regulator out and it was love at first trial. Note that many people will tell you it's an outlier in the Patek catalogue but i don't necessarily see it as a bad thing.
I would say it's more of a special occasions piece and would sit well in a diverse collection. If you want a one and done watch it's probably not the best candidate. 5212a might be easier to wear being in steel.

[MAT4150]

I have a 5110 that I love but the quirkiness of both of them!

Originally Posted by John Doyle

I absolutely adore the regulator. Funny enough i was ready to purchase the 5524r but the SA pulled the regulator out and it was love at first trial. Note that many people will tell you it's an outlier in the Patek catalogue but i don't necessarily see it as a bad thing.
I would say it's more of a special occasions piece and would sit well in a diverse collection. If you want a one and done watch it's probably not the best candidate. 5212a might be easier to wear being in steel.

[pdnb]

Maybe in this climate you can get a 5212 without a purchase history but I doubt it. Good luck! I love it because it is very legible even though it has 5 central hands and the dauphine hands work really well in low light; and of course the dial fonr!

The SA case and cream color make it very easy to match any color strap and I use a bracelet most days because I am always washing my hands.






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[juth]

I never think I can get one without purchasing history. I need help on how to start the process. I was gonna purchase a white gold Rolex sub first then get in line for the 5212 will that work? That AD has Rolex and PP.

[watchguy1234]

Originally Posted by pdnb

Maybe in this climate you can get a 5212 without a purchase history but I doubt it. Good luck! I love it because it is very legible even though it has 5 central hands and the dauphine hands work really well in low light; and of course the dial fonr!

The SA case and cream color make it very easy to match any color strap and I use a bracelet most days because I am always washing my hands.






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The bracelet is lovely. Can you share where you purchased this from? Thanks.

[norcalgt3]

[QUOTE=pdnb;12982789]Maybe in this climate you can get a 5212 without a purchase history but I doubt it. Good luck! I love it because it is very legible even though it has 5 central hands and the dauphine hands work really well in low light; and of course the dial fonr!

The SA case and cream color make it very easy to match any color strap and I use a bracelet most days because I am always washing my hands.





Is this blue strap a patek strap? If so, what's the color and leather?

[salnuaimi]

Originally Posted by HJZS2K

Agreed. Good piece to ask but as far as I know it isn't available to just walk ins. Wearing mine right now on a delug strap. I love this thing.

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Hey.. May I know the strap size ?

Thanks

[salnuaimi]

Originally Posted by pdnb

Maybe in this climate you can get a 5212 without a purchase history but I doubt it. Good luck! I love it because it is very legible even though it has 5 central hands and the dauphine hands work really well in low light; and of course the dial fonr!

The SA case and cream color make it very easy to match any color strap and I use a bracelet most days because I am always washing my hands.






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wow which bracelet is this