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Soly20 · 14 July 2013, 05:59 AM

Patek 5711.

4therightcause · 14 July 2013, 06:01 AM

Rolex.

Annan · 14 July 2013, 06:13 AM

Have never pursued a Patek so don't know much about them and had to do a search online to look at a few. In short, I don't care for the looks of the 5711, mainly the odd looking protuberance from the back of the case. It looks uncomfortable to me. If I were to buy a Patek I'd be likely to prefer a YG, rounded case on leather. But then, I'm an old man and that's usually what we go for.

As for the Rolex, that's a much better looking watch IMO. However, I'm not a fan of WG at all but each to their own.

In summary, I would not go for either model you present for a choice. If I had to choose however, it would be the Rolex.

Billywiz · 14 July 2013, 06:18 AM

I think this is one of those threads...the Patek has to be the ugliest watch Ive seen surely?...looks like one of those 1st gen crappy digital things ...horrid...might be a great machine but thats 'lip stick on a pig' to my eye.

ONLY HOW I FEEL FOLKS AND THAT DOESNT MATTER TO ANYONE ELSE WHO LIKES IT. You just have to understand how refined and superior my taste levels are to everyone else's.

AK797 · 14 July 2013, 07:48 AM

WG at current prices, but a Naut if it was priced more like an AP RO.

dysondiver · 14 July 2013, 08:13 AM

im in the neither camp ,,, gold aquanaut would be hard to pass by , or a calatrava at that price point ,,, between the two , id go for the rolex , im another , maybe in the minority , but i just dont get the nauty case at all.

HL65 · 14 July 2013, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Billywiz

I think this is one of those threads...the Patek has to be the ugliest watch Ive seen surely?...looks like one of those 1st gen crappy digital things ...horrid...might be a great machine but thats 'lip stick on a pig' to my eye.

ONLY HOW I FEEL FOLKS AND THAT DOESNT MATTER TO ANYONE ELSE WHO LIKES IT. You just have to understand how refined and superior my taste levels are to everyone else's.

Another Dale Carnegie grad!

Thatguy · 14 July 2013, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Another Dale Carnegie grad!

Lol..

PunkJr · 14 July 2013, 08:28 AM

Rolex are famous for their SS beater watches. Steve McQueen would roll in his grave if he knew about a white gold Sub.

Patek every time.

~dadam02~ · 14 July 2013, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

That blue is astonishing good!

AnnemarieGirl · 14 July 2013, 09:21 AM

The Nautilus is not interesting to me at all and I think it is the equivalent hype of the Rolex Daytona. I believe it will die down at some point. If Patek route is chosen go with classics like the Calatrava or Annual Calendar. The WG Sub is nice but a WG YM2 would be the outright winner. AM.

Baselman · 14 July 2013, 09:43 AM

Patek marketing make you beleive that a rather ugly SS watch is worth you parting with almost £25k - hilarious totally hilarious. The ss 5711 watch tells time and has date hardly earth shatteringly good- the Rolex Sub wgold - blue, ceramic bezel, maxi dial, maxi hands, platinum inlay numbers, anti reflective , glidelock clasp, blue lume, trip lock crown, cyclops, oyster case, rotating bezel, solid links, and some marketing ofcourse oh and all white gold also with maxi case but at least I can see exactly why Rolex sub tramples the 5711 everyday all day long. Annoys me when silly comparisons are made. Patek 5711 can compare with a basic Seiko and even then I think the seiko would edge it but please don't compare it to iconic Rolex submariner!

Puffy · 14 July 2013, 09:47 AM

the 5711 is pricey for an SS watch but when on the wrist it's worth every penny

billykmd · 14 July 2013, 09:50 AM

I have neither, but my thoughts are that if you are going to get one watch to wear all the time, probably the WB sub. I prefer the classic patek complications more than the sports model. If you want a SS sports model, can consider the Vacheron Overseas chronograph... it's a nice watch!

HL65 · 14 July 2013, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Baselman

Patek marketing make you beleive that a rather ugly SS watch is worth you parting with almost £25k - hilarious totally hilarious. The ss 5711 watch tells time and has date hardly earth shatteringly good- the Rolex Sub wgold - blue, ceramic bezel, maxi dial, maxi hands, platinum inlay numbers, anti reflective , glidelock clasp, blue lume, trip lock crown, cyclops, oyster case, rotating bezel, solid links, and some marketing ofcourse oh and all white gold also with maxi case but at least I can see exactly why Rolex sub tramples the 5711 everyday all day long. Annoys me when silly comparisons are made. Patek 5711 can compare with a basic Seiko and even then I think the seiko would edge it but please don't compare it to iconic Rolex submariner!

Lanfor · 14 July 2013, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

X2 ! Lol

horseco · 14 July 2013, 10:42 AM

Patek is in a league all its own, also... WG looks like steel any way, just get a SS sub if you like the Rolex...

kilyung · 14 July 2013, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by AnnemarieGirl

The Nautilus... is the equivalent hype of the Rolex Daytona. I believe it will die down at some point.

Respectfully, we've been waiting since 1976 for it to "die down".

PunkJr · 14 July 2013, 10:52 AM

kilyung · 14 July 2013, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Baselman

Annoys me when silly comparisons are made... Patek 5711 can compare with a basic Seiko and even then I think the seiko would edge it...

Silly indeed.

texex91 · 14 July 2013, 10:55 AM

See this is the problem when you ask opinions--you'll get them. About 50/50.

Go try them both on and make YOUR decision.

Sub against Patek...well apples and oranges in so any ways.

beshannon · 14 July 2013, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by AnnemarieGirl

The Nautilus is not interesting to me at all and I think it is the equivalent hype of the Rolex Daytona. I believe it will die down at some point.

At least when it does, I have the hype covered at both ends

Chainring · 14 July 2013, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Another Dale Carnegie grad!

No one was more surprised than the bull to look back and see the china shop smashed to pieces.

Chainring · 14 July 2013, 12:50 PM

Another vote for the 5711 but only because I'd love anything that said Patek Phillippe on it. But I also happen to think the watch is fantastic looking.

Shikar · 14 July 2013, 12:59 PM

I was in this dilemma last month and I chose the WG Sub. No matter how much I want to get a Patek for its refinement, the watch just doesnt appeal to me.
The WG sub is what I am wearing typing this reply...and its a fantastic watch.

Regards.

perpetualman88 · 14 July 2013, 01:01 PM

If common is something you are trying to avoid go Patek especially any of the SS nautilus line

beaglehusky · 14 July 2013, 01:17 PM

Patek, no doubt.

Marine1981 · 14 July 2013, 01:24 PM

The Patek, simply because for me it more interesting and I love pateks movements.

myopiccoog · 14 July 2013, 01:30 PM

I have owned both. The winner is hands down is?

patek.wis · 14 July 2013, 01:32 PM

hey thats my photo of my 5711! i guess its famous!!! lololoo

obviously i choose that one!

14 July 2013, 06:13 AM	#33
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,177	Have never pursued a Patek so don't know much about them and had to do a search online to look at a few. In short, I don't care for the looks of the 5711, mainly the odd looking protuberance from the back of the case. It looks uncomfortable to me. If I were to buy a Patek I'd be likely to prefer a YG, rounded case on leather. But then, I'm an old man and that's usually what we go for. As for the Rolex, that's a much better looking watch IMO. However, I'm not a fan of WG at all but each to their own. In summary, I would not go for either model you present for a choice. If I had to choose however, it would be the Rolex. __________________ *so many Rolexes.....so little time*

14 July 2013, 09:47 AM	#43
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	the 5711 is pricey for an SS watch but when on the wrist it's worth every penny __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

14 July 2013, 09:50 AM	#44
billykmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Billy Location: Nashville, TN Watch: Smurf, TTGMT, SUBc Posts: 235	I have neither, but my thoughts are that if you are going to get one watch to wear all the time, probably the WB sub. I prefer the classic patek complications more than the sports model. If you want a SS sports model, can consider the Vacheron Overseas chronograph... it's a nice watch! __________________ A chance to cut is a chance to cure.

14 July 2013, 05:59 AM	#31
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	Patek 5711.

14 July 2013, 06:01 AM	#32
4therightcause "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Aaron Wolf Location: Naples Florida Watch: 116500 Black Posts: 267	Rolex.

14 July 2013, 06:18 AM	#34
Billywiz Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: John Location: Florida Watch: YG President Posts: 2,090	I think this is one of those threads...the Patek has to be the ugliest watch Ive seen surely?...looks like one of those 1st gen crappy digital things ...horrid...might be a great machine but thats 'lip stick on a pig' to my eye. ONLY HOW I FEEL FOLKS AND THAT DOESNT MATTER TO ANYONE ELSE WHO LIKES IT. You just have to understand how refined and superior my taste levels are to everyone else's.

14 July 2013, 07:48 AM	#35
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,270	WG at current prices, but a Naut if it was priced more like an AP RO.

14 July 2013, 08:13 AM	#36
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	im in the neither camp ,,, gold aquanaut would be hard to pass by , or a calatrava at that price point ,,, between the two , id go for the rolex , im another , maybe in the minority , but i just dont get the nauty case at all.

14 July 2013, 08:28 AM	#39
PunkJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Adelaide Watch: 14060 Sub Posts: 332	Rolex are famous for their SS beater watches. Steve McQueen would roll in his grave if he knew about a white gold Sub. Patek every time.

14 July 2013, 09:21 AM	#41
AnnemarieGirl Banned Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: South Africa Posts: 456	The Nautilus is not interesting to me at all and I think it is the equivalent hype of the Rolex Daytona. I believe it will die down at some point. If Patek route is chosen go with classics like the Calatrava or Annual Calendar. The WG Sub is nice but a WG YM2 would be the outright winner. AM.

14 July 2013, 09:43 AM	#42
Baselman "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Switzerland Watch: 1665 GreatWhite SD Posts: 1,527	Patek marketing make you beleive that a rather ugly SS watch is worth you parting with almost £25k - hilarious totally hilarious. The ss 5711 watch tells time and has date hardly earth shatteringly good- the Rolex Sub wgold - blue, ceramic bezel, maxi dial, maxi hands, platinum inlay numbers, anti reflective , glidelock clasp, blue lume, trip lock crown, cyclops, oyster case, rotating bezel, solid links, and some marketing ofcourse oh and all white gold also with maxi case but at least I can see exactly why Rolex sub tramples the 5711 everyday all day long. Annoys me when silly comparisons are made. Patek 5711 can compare with a basic Seiko and even then I think the seiko would edge it but please don't compare it to iconic Rolex submariner!

14 July 2013, 10:42 AM	#47
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,385	Patek is in a league all its own, also... WG looks like steel any way, just get a SS sub if you like the Rolex...

14 July 2013, 10:52 AM	#49
PunkJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Adelaide Watch: 14060 Sub Posts: 332

14 July 2013, 10:55 AM	#51
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	See this is the problem when you ask opinions--you'll get them. About 50/50. Go try them both on and make YOUR decision. Sub against Patek...well apples and oranges in so any ways.

14 July 2013, 12:50 PM	#54
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	Another vote for the 5711 but only because I'd love anything that said Patek Phillippe on it. But I also happen to think the watch is fantastic looking.

14 July 2013, 12:59 PM	#55
Shikar "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Azam Location: Texas Posts: 607	I was in this dilemma last month and I chose the WG Sub. No matter how much I want to get a Patek for its refinement, the watch just doesnt appeal to me. The WG sub is what I am wearing typing this reply...and its a fantastic watch. Regards.

14 July 2013, 01:01 PM	#56
perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,027	If common is something you are trying to avoid go Patek especially any of the SS nautilus line

14 July 2013, 01:17 PM	#57
beaglehusky "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Adrian Location: Tanzania Posts: 1,553	Patek, no doubt.

14 July 2013, 01:24 PM	#58
Marine1981 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Doylestown, pa Posts: 121	The Patek, simply because for me it more interesting and I love pateks movements.

14 July 2013, 01:32 PM	#60
patek.wis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Will Location: Canada Watch: The Sky Posts: 1,824	hey thats my photo of my 5711! i guess its famous!!! lololoo obviously i choose that one!

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