An icon from Rolex vs. a darling from Patek

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by rgwarden

I seem to disagree with pretty much everyone on here. When I saw the Aquanaut on a guy’s wrist (and he let me try it on) it was on another level. Like all of these watches unless you’ve seen them on the wrist you really haven’t seen them.
The Aquanaut was so balanced and clear, and robust as well. I guess my final offering is that they’re very different watches no? The Aquanaut struck me as an ultra high end tool watch, a PM DD isn’t that.


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Agreed. The Aquanaut may be the only lasting new design from the 90s, which is significant, considering it’s the last decade in which wristwatches were still necessary for most of the population.

[SL BRABUS]

Rolex Day-Date by a landslide..... Not even close.....

Rolex Day-Date vs Patek Philippe annual calendar complication would be a tighter race.....

[rgwarden]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Agreed. The Aquanaut may be the only lasting new design from the 90s, which is significant, considering it’s the last decade in which wristwatches were still necessary for most of the population.

That’s interesting as I hadn’t considered when it was designed. I was really struck by it on the wrist. Might even consider it a grail.


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[Helmi]

My humble opinion : you have enough sport watches in your collection. The dd is better fit and definitely offers better value proposition as compared to the aquanaut (PM, president braclet,....etc). Hence I vote for the dd.

The aquanaut is great watch and I personally own the 5164 travel time. But still feel the dd is better choice.

Last but not least, unless it is completely unavoidable, don't sell the hulk, you will miss it trust me, and the green is different from the dd's shade of green

[JCZ5]

Originally Posted by HL65

WG DD for sure.

Thanks Ken, your IG photos of the DD sure is an enabler

Originally Posted by phalen302

You get long more bang for buck w/ DD. Having own 5167 for last 8 months, it is something special which is hard to describe (simplicity/craftsmanship/dial). My take.

My thoughts too. That is why it is such a hard decision. Thank you!

Originally Posted by epc2

Last time I went to my AD to pick up a watch , I tried the WG with blue dial and the RG with green dial, both are awesome, I'd take the DD over the Patek.

Much appreciated

Originally Posted by osamu

In those pictures the DD looks awfully nice, and fits way better with the clothes, but I love the 5167, and would have a really hard time parting with it unless it was an upgrade to the 5711.

There is the struggle. I also want the DD to wear well in a casual setting, which I think it can also pull off



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[JCZ5]

Originally Posted by Rocco21

That is the only Patek that i like and would wear but I’d still take the Rolex over it.

That is quite the endorsement, thank you!

Originally Posted by hambone1983

I like some PP's, but that aquanaut ain't one of 'em. I'm sure it's beautiful in person, but in every picture I've ever seen, it's so ordinary looking it may as well be a Citizen. And that strap offends my retinas.

I honestly can say that for me this is a complete no brainer, DD all day every day, and twice on Sunday. Of course, it's your tastes that matter here not mine.

What can I say, I love both, but tough to swallow how much the 5167 is looking at the material. And the 5167 does look much better in person

Originally Posted by strettyend

Not a fan of the RG given you already have a 15202?

I would want this addition to take on a daily duty role. In that case, WG is going to fit much better compared to RG

Originally Posted by rgwarden

I seem to disagree with pretty much everyone on here. When I saw the Aquanaut on a guy’s wrist (and he let me try it on) it was on another level. Like all of these watches unless you’ve seen them on the wrist you really haven’t seen them.
The Aquanaut was so balanced and clear, and robust as well. I guess my final offering is that they’re very different watches no? The Aquanaut struck me as an ultra high end tool watch, a PM DD isn’t that.


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Thank you for your thoughts. You’re right that the 5167 does feel a lot better in person vs just seeing it in photos. And yes, not comparing apples to apples, but for some reason those two are the ones I’m stuck on haha

Originally Posted by Earnyourturns

That DD option is one of my favourite Rolex ever. Love that green dial, understated WG, the weight, and those deconstructed roman numerals...wow.

I know right!

Originally Posted by MBYSF

As someone who has both, my DD40 RG Olive is getting WAY MORE wrist time since its acquisition last month.

Good to know!

Originally Posted by Mick8moses

I agree with most here, that DD is beautiful and iconic.

Looking at your collection I can see going Patek, but Nautilus would be my choice.

I'd choose the DD over the Aquanaut.

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Thank you for your thoughts!



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[JCZ5]

Originally Posted by SL BRABUS

Rolex Day-Date by a landslide..... Not even close.....



Rolex Day-Date vs Patek Philippe annual calendar complication would be a tighter race.....

I would have to agree if comparing it to the annual calendar. Thank you for your thoughts!

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Agreed. The Aquanaut may be the only lasting new design from the 90s, which is significant, considering it’s the last decade in which wristwatches were still necessary for most of the population.

I agree that the design is very unique

Originally Posted by Helmi

My humble opinion : you have enough sport watches in your collection. The dd is better fit and definitely offers better value proposition as compared to the aquanaut (PM, president braclet,....etc). Hence I vote for the dd.

The aquanaut is great watch and I personally own the 5164 travel time. But still feel the dd is better choice.

Last but not least, unless it is completely unavoidable, don't sell the hulk, you will miss it trust me, and the green is different from the dd's shade of green

I haven’t really thought about how many sports watches I have and you make a valid point. Also I like how you touched upon the hulk, which I plan on selling. I do love the hulk, but my reasoning was having two green dials may be too much. True, they are different shades, but still not entirely sure keeping both would be worth it as I’m also thinking about thinning the collection.

Thanks a lot for putting the thought of keeping the hulk . I was so ready to part with it as I think the DD will be a better upgrade




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[zesty55]

Feels like the 5167 is a Nautilus-wait-too-long consolation prize -- I'd pass on that alone if that's the case.

[whizz]

Easy choice DD for me

[JCZ5]

Originally Posted by whizz

Easy choice DD for me

Originally Posted by zesty55

Feels like the 5167 is a Nautilus-wait-too-long consolation prize -- I'd pass on that alone if that's the case.

The more I think about it there may be some truth in that. Thank you for your thoughts!



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[Jamesw20]

Love the Patek but not even a comparison for me. Go DD. I was seriously looking at second gen annual calendar at Tiffany in WG as it’s a incredible piece, can’t afford perpetual, but had very little presence on my arm😩. DD feels like the watch I want it to be.

[JCZ5]

Originally Posted by Jamesw20

Love the Patek but not even a comparison for me. Go DD. I was seriously looking at second gen annual calendar at Tiffany in WG as it’s a incredible piece, can’t afford perpetual, but had very little presence on my arm. DD feels like the watch I want it to be.

I understand your Patek annual calendar assessment. I tried on a 5146 and felt a little underwhelmed. However, the 5205 is certainly nice.


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[Chute]

To me, the wearability of the 5167 would be my choice. Sure the DD is an icon but it will be heavier and has no micro adjustment. Since you have the 15202 you’ll know what I mean, a lightweight watch gets more wrist time. At least in my collection. Out of my 15400, GMTIIc, 116520 and SD4k,the Daytona gets the most wrist time simply because it’s more comfortable. Also, I’m still conscientious about what watch I wear depending on where I go. The day date is going to stick out while I doubt anyone would notice the Aquanaut. I’m slowly becoming the person who enjoys low key watches. I recently passed on a GS snowflake because the new logo didn’t say SEIKO across the top. Otherwise the titanium was super wearable and light. Another minus is for the DD would be the green dial since I like color matching and don’t own much in green. Just for kicks, try on the new DJ41 in a super jubilee and fluted bezel. You’ll get a pretty similar watch to the DD for way less money

[GB-man]

I’d have the Patek. I’m back to hating cyclops again lol

[Roy Rolls]

President all the way !

[peterskinner]

Having owned both DD 40 and Patek 5711, I'd say, horses for courses. The Patek is elegant and sophisticated. Fabulous dial, top class finish. Against that, any Rolex does give a greater feel of robustness and usability. Bit like a Range Rover against a Ferrari.
I sold the 5711 and bought a white gold Daytona and a new 41mm Datejust. Suits my needs and taste better. But if you spend your evenings in the casino or a cocktail bar, then the Patek wins.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by zesty55

Feels like the 5167 is a Nautilus-wait-too-long consolation prize -- I'd pass on that alone if that's the case.

That is harsh and while I prefer the 5711a to the 5167a as I love the design, I do not to the 5164a which looks better to me and is a whole lot more watch, and is priced more like the DD and is the fairer comparison.

[justdate]

Originally Posted by justdate

I like the Aquanaut but I would not take a long haul flight to get one! If my local AD gets one I will probably take it just to rotate for a while and flip for minimal loss when I get tired of it. Not desperate to get one though, but I'm not a huge fan of PP sports watches, much prefer the Royal Oak line in every instance.

I don't love the DD in white gold, would much prefer rose gold or better yet the iconic yellow gold. A YG DayDate with that President bracelet, that's an all time classic Rolex right there, how the watch was originally 'meant' to be.

Oh my goodness, the danger of this forum isn't the other people enabling, it enables you to enable yourself!!!

At the start of this week I was on the waiting list for an Aquanaut, by the end of the week (after convincing myself with the above post) I just purchased a YG Day-Date!

So OP I guess I put my money where my mouth is!

[Dr.LJ]

I think that I'll take the Patek route if I were you. I will however choose a YG DD before the Aquanaut.

[soundserious]

One of these watches is in extremely high demand and it’s worth a long weekend in Switzerland to pick it up.

[BzKneez]

I think the day date looks better on your wrist than the patek

[Le Chef]

I would sell the BLNR and Hulk (whatever that is) and buy a 5164. They’re more than durable enough for everyday wear and carry that patina with ease. They are also watches worn by people who have no need to show off their wealth or suffer insecurities about it. With the RO and FPJ you would have all of your bases covered and you’ve stepped your collection up to the next level.

[airchitect]

DD all day. If you were considering a Nautilus it might be harder but frankly you’re comparing Patek’s starter model to Rolex’ flagship and I can’t say the name on the Aquanaut’s dial justifies the price. Not to mention everyday wearability, serviceability, and durability. And then there’s resale.....

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by airchitect

DD all day. If you were considering a Nautilus it might be harder but frankly you’re comparing Patek’s starter model to Rolex’ flagship and I can’t say the name on the Aquanaut’s dial justifies the price. Not to mention everyday wearability, serviceability, and durability. And then there’s resale.....

That's like saying you're choosing a "starter model" Rolls Royce over a heavenly optioned Mercedes.

[Solicitor]

It'll be the Aquanaut for me... considering the fact that you have access to one.

Don't think about it and get it asap. (PP Aquanauts are highly perishable)

The only disadvantage i see is that you wont wear any of your collection after wearing a 5167.

At 80 grams, it is one of the most comfortable watches (not to mention stealthy) I've ever worn.

In the outside world, only a few can tell that you're wearing an expensive watch.



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[CamSLC]

I prefer the under the radar Aquanaut. It's a pleasure to wear as well.