Advice Needed - Best Patek Dress Watch that Wears Casually

[jschmidtdmd]

I am sure this will probably be ruled too casual- but the 5524.

[incontrol]

I wear all of mine with polo shirts and jeans or when I am dressed up. Just rock it and it will work.


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[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by incontrol

I wear all of mine with polo shirts and jeans or when I am dressed up. Just rock it and it will work.


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I like your style Kevin!
Do you have any favorites for more casual wear?

[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

I am sure this will probably be ruled too casual- but the 5524.

Thanks John, I am curious what would be your second choice?
I already ruled the 5524 out, though it is nice!

[KarlS]

5320g

[mps354]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

That is the kind of information I am looking for here.

Something like the right strap? I am guessing that is matte brown?
Attachment 875724

That works. You could even go more dressed down with a calf strap...Gus has one on his that really works

[nikanarani]

If you can, I suggest you take a trip down to NYC for the Patek Grand Exhibition this weekend and also stop by the Christie's Patek Auction next door.

I'm sure you will find something memorable that meets your criteria in that price range.

On a side note: if you are looking for the best value in a high end chrono it has to be the Lange 1815 chrono but the Patek's sing a much sweeter song to the heart.

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[brmeyers]

What about a 5270r or 5270g?

I know it is a little up there in price, but I am seeing some 2017's on Chrono24 for mid $120's.

That is the UPPER ceiling of how much I can spend and it is a little outside my comfort zone, but man that is a beauty.

Any other rivals in that price arena. Another one I absolutely love is the much adored 5131 (especially the 5131r for me).

BUT... for the more reasonable options, I am liking the 5170r and 5170g best.
I also like the 5146p a lot too and love the idea of adding platinum to the collection...

[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by nikanarani

If you can, I suggest you take a trip down to NYC for the Patek Grand Exhibition this weekend and also stop by the Christie's Patek Auction next door.

I'm sure you will find something memorable that meets your criteria in that price range.

On a side note: if you are looking for the best value in a high end chrono it has to be the Lange 1815 chrono but the Patek's sing a much sweeter song to the heart.

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Thanks that is a great idea... There is an event in Naples coming up too, but I am not sure how much is going to be showcased.

I agree though, gotta really spend time seeing these in the flesh

[Socal to az]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

What about a 5270r or 5270g?

I know it is a little up there in price, but I am seeing some 2017's on Chrono24 for mid $120's.

That is the UPPER ceiling of how much I can spend and it is a little outside my comfort zone, but man that is a beauty.

Any other rivals in that price arena. Another one I absolutely love is the much adored 5131 (especially the 5131r for me).

BUT... for the more reasonable options, I am liking the 5170r and 5170g best.
I also like the 5146p a lot too and love the idea of adding platinum to the collection...

Ill be honest with you- I would have no issues rocking that in Jeans and a polo. At home with a Tux as well.

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by nikanarani

If you can, I suggest you take a trip down to NYC for the Patek Grand Exhibition this weekend and also stop by the Christie's Patek Auction next door.

I'm sure you will find something memorable that meets your criteria in that price range.

On a side note: if you are looking for the best value in a high end chrono it has to be the Lange 1815 chrono but the Patek's sing a much sweeter song to the heart.

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I think he mentioned also holds its value. Lange reminds me of a lead balloon trying to float

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

What about a 5270r or 5270g?

I know it is a little up there in price, but I am seeing some 2017's on Chrono24 for mid $120's.

That is the UPPER ceiling of how much I can spend and it is a little outside my comfort zone, but man that is a beauty.

Any other rivals in that price arena. Another one I absolutely love is the much adored 5131 (especially the 5131r for me).

BUT... for the more reasonable options, I am liking the 5170r and 5170g best.
I also like the 5146p a lot too and love the idea of adding platinum to the collection...

A warning is the 5170G holds its value fairly poorly. I have just been offered one in USA at $ 60 000 but you can probably get a 2015/16 preowned in the late 40's...

[KarlS]

But even though I am not a huge chrono fan or manual wind when you put it on.....sigh....


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[brmeyers]

^^^ Beautiful Picture Karl, ...Sigh... is right

Originally Posted by KarlS

A warning is the 5170G holds its value fairly poorly. I have just been offered one in USA at $ 60 000 but you can probably get a 2015/16 preowned in the late 40's...

Thanks for the advice, and yes, I am trying to avoid lead balloons.
Plus I really want it to be Patek for this one.

David SW has one for $58,500 in unworn condition.
https://davidsw.com/product/patek-ph...th-black-dial/

I also like the white dial very much.

5146p has me thinking too because I could use an AC and platinum is nice as well.

[nikanarani]

Originally Posted by KarlS

I think he mentioned also holds its value. Lange reminds me of a lead balloon trying to float

For the moment yes, but once you factor in dealer discounts the price gap between the 1815 and 5170 is too large to ignore. Given of course the quality of workmanship.

[nyc2la]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

What about a 5270r or 5270g?

I know it is a little up there in price, but I am seeing some 2017's on Chrono24 for mid $120's.

That is the UPPER ceiling of how much I can spend and it is a little outside my comfort zone, but man that is a beauty.

Any other rivals in that price arena. Another one I absolutely love is the much adored 5131 (especially the 5131r for me).

BUT... for the more reasonable options, I am liking the 5170r and 5170g best.
I also like the 5146p a lot too and love the idea of adding platinum to the collection...

5270R ---

This first pic is from the Patek 2017 Basel roadshow, so not it's not great, but you'll get the idea.

It seems the 5270 is on your mind. Take your time and make an informed decision. These are too expensive to rush it.

From the roadshow:




Here's mine, still suffocating...




And IMHO, I think it can be worn however / whenever you want, except water sports of course.

[miles813]

I just want you to know you are my hero now. Just knocking down grail watches like bowling ball pins. That being said, I've always purchased stainless steel Rolexes and promised myself when I bought a Patek it would be yg or rg. There is just something about Patek elegance, that deserves the brighter metals. Of course it is ultimately what makes you happy and I wish you luck in your search. I'll definitely be following as a Patek is my true grail and I'll be interested to see how an experienced collector approaches this decision.


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[miles813]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

Thanks that is a great idea... There is an event in Naples coming up too, but I am not sure how much is going to be showcased.



I agree though, gotta really spend time seeing these in the flesh

When is that, as I'm in Florida as well and would love to go?


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[PJ S]

As much as it perplexes me when someone seriously asks a bunch of random strangers on the internet to help spend a significant sum of money, I’ll play…

Martin’s suggestion of the 5170 (WG for more casual usage perhaps) is not bad, but I can’t help address the elephant in the room – at this level of expenditure, why are you restricting yourself to just the one brand?

In my usual straight to the point manner, I’ll recommend that you open your eyes to what else is out there that’s every bit as worthy of consideration.

FPJ Octa Perpetual

LF Galet

Or choose whichever colour takes your fancy…











And I haven’t even mentioned the pre-owned ‘bargains’ that De Bethune offers, nor some of the Chopard LUCs.

[KarlS]

FPJ has instantaneous change which I like. My OCD couldn't get past the printed numerals considering how nicely done they are in the CS

[adnjoo]

That 5170 is so beautiful !

[Tony64]

Save some money and go for the 5146p. It's got everything you're looking for and then some.

[Tony64]

Or check out some more great photos by JorgeCCW here...


https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=515621

[AK797]

Originally Posted by nyc2la

5270R ---

This first pic is from the Patek 2017 Basel roadshow, so not it's not great, but you'll get the idea.

It seems the 5270 is on your mind. Take your time and make an informed decision. These are too expensive to rush it.

From the roadshow:




Here's mine, still suffocating...




And IMHO, I think it can be worn however / whenever you want, except water sports of course.

This is my sunset watch. If I ever get one I would wear it to the shops or to the pub no problem, just not to things that will make me sweat.

We have a famous footballer here, Frank Lampard, who is also the most intelligent apparently, can even speak Latin, and he often wears his PCC with jeans and sneakers on TV sports comedy shows. His cousin Jamie Redknapp often wears an AP Concept, which he sometimes swaps with James Corden's AP 15400.

[gummy]

For newer pieces...I like 5905 as others have said it's bigger - but I like that.

Same family 5960P pre owned is very nice as well...

If you don't like chrono's 5205 nice option...I have always had a soft spot for the 5146 too for a more traditional size

[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by miles813

When is that, as I'm in Florida as well and would love to go?


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My Mistake, my AD made it sound like it was in Naples but it is the New York Grand Exhibition in New York.
Every piece in the entire Patek Collection will be on display
http://www.patek.com/en/communicatio...-new-york-2017

Boy I would love to go if it wasn't such short notice..

[brmeyers]

Thanks for sharing Stephen, those pics are suffocating my desire to get any other watch....

As Neil said that would make one heck of a sunset watch

Originally Posted by nyc2la

5270R ---

This first pic is from the Patek 2017 Basel roadshow, so not it's not great, but you'll get the idea.

It seems the 5270 is on your mind. Take your time and make an informed decision. These are too expensive to rush it.

From the roadshow:




Here's mine, still suffocating...




And IMHO, I think it can be worn however / whenever you want, except water sports of course.

[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by Tony64

Or check out some more great photos by JorgeCCW here...


https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=515621

Thanks Tony, that one is heavily under consideration because of price, functions and metal (I do not have a AC or Platinum right now).

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

Thanks Tony, that one is heavily under consideration because of price, functions and metal (I do not have a AC or Platinum right now).

Check resale....

[brmeyers]

Yeah but some of these random strangers have owned and tried a large sample of Patek dresses watches. This forum really helps in the research phase... Clearly I still want to go and try them all on, but it helps to narrow down choices. For example , really practical advice like which watches stay strong and which tank on the secondary market is VERY important in my considerations.

But having said that, thanks for playing... Lovely pictures!!
Though still leaning just Patek, I am certainly open to seeing other options.

Originally Posted by PJ S

As much as it perplexes me when someone seriously asks a bunch of random strangers on the internet to help spend a significant sum of money, I’ll play…

Martin’s suggestion of the 5170 (WG for more casual usage perhaps) is not bad, but I can’t help address the elephant in the room – at this level of expenditure, why are you restricting yourself to just the one brand?

In my usual straight to the point manner, I’ll recommend that you open your eyes to what else is out there that’s every bit as worthy of consideration.

FPJ Octa Perpetual

LF Galet

Or choose whichever colour takes your fancy…











And I haven’t even mentioned the pre-owned ‘bargains’ that De Bethune offers, nor some of the Chopard LUCs.