Whats everyones feelings about the 5170R?

[Fat_ninja]

I really like the 5170G white with the extra pulsometer and generally difficult to find NOS or old stock at an AD. Ive seen 2 but G versions but the discount has not been big enough for me to commit.

Recently i have run into the updated R version.... I have seen the 5170R creme dial twice. At first glance i like it but its missing the pulsometer that i very much like. I know the upgrade was to help simplify/clean up ghe dial. Im undecided on this

I know i like the pulsomster because when i had the black And white dial G verisons side by side...i loved the white.



What are your thoughts on the R verison? Also was the R’s discontinued in 2018? And the left overs are ild stock?

Someone is likely going to argue that The P is great. Its just not for me. The blue dial doesnt work for me. I prefer a flat color which is why the 5320 speaks to me. I may ultimstely pick up a 5320 before a version of the 5170.

On treadmill again. Just thinking

[zahain]

If you dont like the 5170p, the only other reasonable option is the 5170g with black dial & breguet numerals. White/cream dials are nice but lose their lust quickly in my opinion, but if you like it more then go for it. I know my AD just recently sold the R version recently but like always, you'll have to call around and find a NOS one. Most likely somewhere in Europe..

[Jonbut76]

I prefer the black dial 5170G over the white dial 5170G. I know it doesn’t have the pulsometer but I just think it looks better.

Once you have a black dial, choosing between the G and the R is tough and depends on your current collection. Both are awesome.

I prefer the G over the P any day. The P is just a bit too dandy for my tastes.

All except the P are discontinued I believe and you should find a good deal if you buy second hand.

Let’s see what happens at Basel World. I’m hoping for a new manual wind chrono and a new perpetual calendar.

[Calatrava r]

Without the pulsometer these watches have a lot of real estate on the dial and wear large to me.

[ap1]

P

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Without the pulsometer these watches have a lot of real estate on the dial and wear large to me.

I think this is why i like the pulsometer it took up the real estate, made it more interesting for me too.

Originally Posted by ap1

P

I knew you would be one of the 4 to make the arguement for the P. But no P. Ive passed on that like 10x. Lol

Originally Posted by zahain

Most likely somewhere in Europe..

There are 2 near me which is why im debating it.

Originally Posted by Jonbut76

Let’s see what happens at Basel World. I’m hoping for a new manual wind chrono and a new perpetual calendar.

Almost there...




Currently the list of watches im debating are...
5170R/G
5320.-i cant get my mind off this. Perfect size and wear


Hoping to get a 5968 so i can be like Danestaff... just need to learn how to shoot some birds
And a 5740....like everyone else on this board lol.

[Vipes]

Much prefer 5320 over the 5170R/G. I always find something missing with the 5170G/R. The 5170p is perfect but I am biased.

[mps354]

Stick with 5170p

[tng11]

P or bust.

[Fat_ninja]

Theres probably 2 more guys that will vote P. I only count 4 so far. :)


TO be honest... im swaying toward the 5320

[goog53]

Flame me for this but all 5170s have been a flop IMO and are readily available even if “retired”. I love the brand but I would wait to see the next chrono that is released.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by goog53

Flame me for this but all 5170s have been a flop IMO and are readily available even if “retired”. I love the brand but I would wait to see the next chrono that is released.

Agreed. The next iteration chronograph may be a huge success. I suspect PP is ready for the next move on these.

[AK797]

G black with Breguets is nice.

[subtona]

it is actually my favorite of the bunch.

first time i seen it was at wiscon a couple of years ago.

the cream dial is very compelling.

[pam66]

Originally Posted by goog53

Flame me for this but all 5170s have been a flop IMO and are readily available even if “retired”. I love the brand but I would wait to see the next chrono that is released.

true. but i not know what it takes to make a dress chrono a success. the 5070P is rare but ugly IMHO...still a success after it was discontinued. the 5170P has a serious issue, that is the diamond markers. other than that it is a beautiful watch. possibly overproduced though. so what is next?

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Agreed. The next iteration chronograph may be a huge success. I suspect PP is ready for the next move on these.

i do not think that a dress watch can be a huge success in the current market. the range is flop to moderate ok seller.

[toucan]

I was looking recently as well. The 5170j is a great looking watch
with the pulsometet scale.
I owned the 5170g and thought it was an amazing watch but moved to a PCC shortly after.
I too am hoping for a new strap chrono this year.

[martinr]

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[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by pam66

i do not think that a dress watch can be a huge success in the current market. the range is flop to moderate ok seller.

I think you are right.

[sensui]

Originally Posted by ap1

P

Originally Posted by Vipes

Much prefer 5320 over the 5170R/G. I always find something missing with the 5170G/R. The 5170p is perfect but I am biased.

Originally Posted by mps354

Stick with 5170p

Originally Posted by tng11

P or bust.

Count me as the fifth. I know the sixth will come soon enough.

[benlee]

5170P by a mile

[Ichiran]

Aesthetics-wise, the 5170 is superior to the 5070 IMO.

I do prefer the 5170P over the R though, but also understand there is a price gap..

[soundserious]

Feelings? Ambivalence. Overproduced. Too many metals and dials. See what Patek has up their sleeve this year. No rush.

[Racerdj]

While I really like the 5170, I have found I need the date. I really like the 5320 and 5905.

[HL65]

Too much open space for my liking.