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HKperf · 29 May 2008, 09:52 AM

Just got my new toy jumbo aquanaut 40mm stainless. and it is absolutely crazy. 17.5k for SS case ad rubber strap..
how many rolex watches i had to get rid of to get this one? not sure, but i know that my daytona is gone~!!!!

HKperf · 29 May 2008, 09:55 AM

my jumbo aquanaut!!!

highroller · 29 May 2008, 09:56 AM

All I can say is WOW! That is bad

a$$

C.J. · 29 May 2008, 09:56 AM

Sweeeeeeet

HKperf · 29 May 2008, 09:58 AM

still looks so tiny compare to my panerai 44mm..

Rodbuilder · 29 May 2008, 09:58 AM

Congrats!! Welcome to the club, wear it in good health.

Scarface · 29 May 2008, 10:00 AM

Not sure about giving the Daytona

..but this one is

rpryan55 · 29 May 2008, 10:36 AM

That's a stunner, HK! And the thing about that Patek is, it is increasing in value as it sits on your wrist. I love the aquanaut because of its clean lines and sleek look and shape - soooo coool.

Its a watch for a lifetime. Enjoy!

GMTJOHNNY · 29 May 2008, 10:53 AM

AWESOME! I am seriously looking into a gold model with a very simple appearance 5196J (yellow gold). These are beautiful watches but I would never subject them to what I currently subject my Rollies to.
Good luck with that jazzy piece!

oneillba · 29 May 2008, 01:02 PM

Very nice. Enjoy it in good health.

DSJ · 29 May 2008, 01:06 PM

You're in a different league now, my friend. Please don't abandon us lowly Rolex owners!

Altair · 29 May 2008, 05:17 PM

First off: Congratulations on a magnificent piece.

Does not get any Better than a Patek or Lange, the epitome of watch making. Smart move

Secondly, thanks for the wrist shots and unboxing pics. I LOVE those, makes me feel I was there

I try and do the same.

That particular model is as tough as any other watch out there, the sport Pateks are quite tough. I would not have the heart to subject it to anything but adoration and quite whispering but I would not be worried about it coming loose either. And yet so elegant and timeless, truly a legendary peace!! Great packaging too, gotta love that! Adds to that initial:
experience:cheers

Enjoy that fantastic time piece

JJ Irani · 29 May 2008, 05:21 PM

elgatonegro · 29 May 2008, 08:40 PM

That's really a nice watch. Wear it in good health bro.

Jedi · 30 May 2008, 02:35 AM

The Aquanaut is a much maligned but beautiful piece.

I have a 5165 and I wear it every other day. It's slightly smaller than yours, but it fits me perfectly. The movement is superb and I'm pretty sure you'll find it even more impressive than many other watches in terms of precision and accuracy.

And please don't compare it to a Panerai. Different ball park, different league. The Patek is a true pedigree. Wear it happily and in good faith and health.

warrenmich · 30 May 2008, 03:38 AM

Call me ignorant but why is that watch 17.5k? I understand the PP watches are exclusive but how many of those are made? I have a hard time justifying my Rolex price!

Mort · 30 May 2008, 04:07 AM

Congrats on your super new purchase. That is a stunning watch. I am sure it will become one of your favorite timepeices.

boa2 · 30 May 2008, 04:56 AM

Many congratulations...I absolutely love the 5167!

watchlady · 30 May 2008, 06:35 AM

Congrats on your 5167!

Terry Newton · 30 May 2008, 01:25 PM

Beautiful Watch. I'm not worthy; I'm not worthy.

You've definitely arrived.

I tried on a few Patek's the other day. Awesome.

Terry Newton

SKSeoul81 · 30 May 2008, 01:40 PM

Wow, magnificent watch...not sure about the rubber strap though, but the case is wonderful.

Markg · 30 May 2008, 02:02 PM

Great looking watch!!

HKperf · 31 May 2008, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

You're in a different league now, my friend. Please don't abandon us lowly Rolex owners!

Man i still love my rolis, never give up my SS rolis.

HKperf · 31 May 2008, 09:14 AM

[QUOTE=Altair;606006]First off: Congratulations on a magnificent piece.

Does not get any Better than a Patek or Lange, the epitome of watch making. Smart move

Secondly, thanks for the wrist shots and unboxing pics. I LOVE those, makes me feel I was there

I try and do the same.

That particular model is as tough as any other watch out there, the sport Pateks are quite tough. I would not have the heart to subject it to anything but adoration and quite whispering but I would not be worried about it coming loose either. And yet so elegant and timeless, truly a legendary peace!! Great packaging too, gotta love that! Adds to that initial:
experience:cheers

i was pretty amazed with the way pakaged the watch. and the real leather jacket..the real wood box weighs at least 7-8 lbs..
appreciate your input~!!

gmt master x · 31 May 2008, 10:09 AM

You found the grail.
thats so nice, lucky .
someday i plan on pulling the trigger on one of those.
enjoy that .....

Perdu · 1 June 2008, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

You're in a different league now, my friend. Please don't abandon us lowly Rolex owners!

Too true. Congrats.

unknown · 1 June 2008, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warrenmich

Call me ignorant but why is that watch 17.5k? I understand the PP watches are exclusive but how many of those are made? I have a hard time justifying my Rolex price!

It will be around 600 - 700 per year. for the aquanaut

Afaik PP makes more or less 40.000 watches per year. Of which 12.000 quartz for woman ( aquanaut quartz, ref 24)

So 'only' 28.000 are mechanical.

It is not a cheap watch but it's is worth it's price. Like others said before, this is another league :)

Widows Son · 1 June 2008, 11:45 PM

All I can say is, wow!!!!!!!

rpryan55 · 2 June 2008, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warrenmich

Call me ignorant but why is that watch 17.5k? I understand the PP watches are exclusive but how many of those are made? I have a hard time justifying my Rolex price!

You're hardly ignorant - it's an excellent question. The answer is in part supply and demand, and in part the answer is simply "because they can get 17.5K for that watch". Vintage Pateks are through the roof in price. Is any mechanical watch really worth $100K?

That said, I love the Pateks I own. But the prices are getting such that I'm thinking I should be hesitant about wearing them, and when that happens, they stop bringing me joy.....

RW16610 · 2 June 2008, 03:10 AM

Words an hardly describe how fabolous that watch is

29 May 2008, 09:56 AM	#4
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29 May 2008, 09:58 AM	#5
HKperf "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: SoCal/Seattle Watch: 16710 M Coke Posts: 349	still looks so tiny compare to my panerai 44mm.. __________________ GMT C SS, Sub C blk,Sub C LV Explore II 42mm blk & wht Hublot Steel Ceramic Evo Hublot Icebang Ceramic Tungsten

29 May 2008, 10:00 AM	#7
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Not sure about giving the Daytona ..but this one is __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

29 May 2008, 10:36 AM	#8
rpryan55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Dick Location: USA Watch: SubND,DD,SSDaytona Posts: 2,257	That's a stunner, HK! And the thing about that Patek is, it is increasing in value as it sits on your wrist. I love the aquanaut because of its clean lines and sleek look and shape - soooo coool. Its a watch for a lifetime. Enjoy! __________________ “The only reason for time ....................... is so that everything doesn't happen at once." Albert Einstein

29 May 2008, 10:53 AM	#9
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	AWESOME! I am seriously looking into a gold model with a very simple appearance 5196J (yellow gold). These are beautiful watches but I would never subject them to what I currently subject my Rollies to. Good luck with that jazzy piece! __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

29 May 2008, 09:56 AM	#3
highroller Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Bobby Location: Manassas Virginia Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 305	All I can say is WOW! That is bad a$$

29 May 2008, 09:58 AM	#6
Rodbuilder Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tarponville, Fl Posts: 16	Congrats!! Welcome to the club, wear it in good health.

29 May 2008, 01:02 PM	#10
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Very nice. Enjoy it in good health. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

29 May 2008, 01:06 PM	#11
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	You're in a different league now, my friend. Please don't abandon us lowly Rolex owners! __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

29 May 2008, 05:17 PM	#12
Altair "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KSA Watch: Patek 5270 Posts: 210	First off: Congratulations on a magnificent piece. Does not get any Better than a Patek or Lange, the epitome of watch making. Smart move Secondly, thanks for the wrist shots and unboxing pics. I LOVE those, makes me feel I was there I try and do the same. That particular model is as tough as any other watch out there, the sport Pateks are quite tough. I would not have the heart to subject it to anything but adoration and quite whispering but I would not be worried about it coming loose either. And yet so elegant and timeless, truly a legendary peace!! Great packaging too, gotta love that! Adds to that initial: experience:cheers Enjoy that fantastic time piece

29 May 2008, 05:21 PM	#13
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	__________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 May 2008, 08:40 PM	#14
elgatonegro Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Watch: Omega Speedmaster Posts: 467	That's really a nice watch. Wear it in good health bro.

30 May 2008, 02:35 AM	#15
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	The Aquanaut is a much maligned but beautiful piece. I have a 5165 and I wear it every other day. It's slightly smaller than yours, but it fits me perfectly. The movement is superb and I'm pretty sure you'll find it even more impressive than many other watches in terms of precision and accuracy. And please don't compare it to a Panerai. Different ball park, different league. The Patek is a true pedigree. Wear it happily and in good faith and health. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

30 May 2008, 03:38 AM	#16
warrenmich "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex GMTII C Posts: 322	Nice Call me ignorant but why is that watch 17.5k? I understand the PP watches are exclusive but how many of those are made? I have a hard time justifying my Rolex price! __________________ Longines Master Collection Chrono Rolex GMTIIc SS

30 May 2008, 04:07 AM	#17
Mort "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,001	Congrats on your super new purchase. That is a stunning watch. I am sure it will become one of your favorite timepeices. __________________ Collection Stainless DJ II Rhodium with Arabic Dial 116334, Longines RG Master Collection Chronograph Triple Date Moon, Maurice Lacroix TT Masterpiece Triple Date Moon, Vintage Gallet SS Flying Officer Chronograph

30 May 2008, 04:56 AM	#18
boa2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: US Watch: Me Now Posts: 3,656	Many congratulations...I absolutely love the 5167! __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

30 May 2008, 06:35 AM	#19
watchlady "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: the other Lisa Location: Metro New York Watch: SS/RG Datejust Posts: 1,014	Congrats on your 5167! __________________ Oyster Date 15200 : DJ Mid TT RG 178241: DJ SS 116234 Sub ND 14060M : PLATTY YM 16622 : Milgauss 116400 White

30 May 2008, 01:25 PM	#20
Terry Newton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Terry Newton Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex TT GMT II c Posts: 6,644	Beautiful Watch. I'm not worthy; I'm not worthy. You've definitely arrived. I tried on a few Patek's the other day. Awesome. Terry Newton __________________ Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth "Z" SS Date Submariner "Z" TT GMT-Master IIc

30 May 2008, 01:40 PM	#21
SKSeoul81 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: JS Location: Amsterdam Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 182	Wow, magnificent watch...not sure about the rubber strap though, but the case is wonderful. __________________ Rolex SS Submariner 16610 Rolex Date 1500 Tag Heuer Aquaracer

30 May 2008, 02:02 PM	#22
Markg "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: California Watch: R Posts: 913	Great looking watch!!

31 May 2008, 09:14 AM	#24
HKperf "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: SoCal/Seattle Watch: 16710 M Coke Posts: 349	thx to everyone~ [QUOTE=Altair;606006]First off: Congratulations on a magnificent piece. Does not get any Better than a Patek or Lange, the epitome of watch making. Smart move Secondly, thanks for the wrist shots and unboxing pics. I LOVE those, makes me feel I was there I try and do the same. That particular model is as tough as any other watch out there, the sport Pateks are quite tough. I would not have the heart to subject it to anything but adoration and quite whispering but I would not be worried about it coming loose either. And yet so elegant and timeless, truly a legendary peace!! Great packaging too, gotta love that! Adds to that initial: experience:cheers i was pretty amazed with the way pakaged the watch. and the real leather jacket..the real wood box weighs at least 7-8 lbs.. appreciate your input~!! __________________ GMT C SS, Sub C blk,Sub C LV Explore II 42mm blk & wht Hublot Steel Ceramic Evo Hublot Icebang Ceramic Tungsten

31 May 2008, 10:09 AM	#25
gmt master x Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: franklin Location: nyc Watch: 70 s gmt master. Posts: 677	You found the grail. thats so nice, lucky . someday i plan on pulling the trigger on one of those. enjoy that .....

1 June 2008, 11:45 PM	#28
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,554	All I can say is, wow!!!!!!!

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RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,967	Words an hardly describe how fabolous that watch is

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