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bestkepttime · 4 January 2023, 09:39 PM

I have a fairly good relationship with my ad from purchasing Rolex over the last few years but looking to move into a Patek. Official AD of both brands.

I really like the 5226g - is this a viable first patek purchase or am i dreaming ?

THANKS

Hulkhunter · 4 January 2023, 09:42 PM

I am in a similar situation and have been thinking the same thing.

Really like it on the dark strap

bestkepttime · 4 January 2023, 09:53 PM

the dark strap is what i like also !

DK7 · 4 January 2023, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bestkepttime

I have a fairly good relationship with my ad from purchasing Rolex over the last few years but looking to move into a Patek. Official AD of both brands.

I really like the 5226g - is this a viable first patek purchase or am i dreaming ?

THANKS

possible

Yobrooks · 5 January 2023, 01:47 AM

Great 1st ( or 10th) PP watch, great strap options, movement and amazing dial... Go for it.

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Rolexavidfan · 5 January 2023, 11:00 PM

I like the 5226g for its textured dial although not everyone would agree and find it “unPatek-like”.

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ExplorerI · 5 January 2023, 11:23 PM

I walked in to a Patek AD and had a nice chat with the manager. At first I was asking about some of the complications and an Aquanaut which he said just wasn’t going to happen. They had a 5226g as an exhibition piece and it looks way better in person. I asked for that one and he did make it sound like it was doable and took my information down. Been a few months now with no call but I guess Patek can take years to come through.

bestkepttime · 6 January 2023, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolexavidfan

I like the 5226g for its textured dial although not everyone would agree and find it “unPatek-like”.

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I like it for the new style dial.

bestkepttime · 6 January 2023, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ExplorerI

I walked in to a Patek AD and had a nice chat with the manager. At first I was asking about some of the complications and an Aquanaut which he said just wasn’t going to happen. They had a 5226g as an exhibition piece and it looks way better in person. I asked for that one and he did make it sound like it was doable and took my information down. Been a few months now with no call but I guess Patek can take years to come through.

Good luck ! I can’t wait to see pictures when you finally get it :)

rolexjackson · 24 January 2023, 02:22 PM

anyone know what the dial is made of? its so beautiful!

francoamerican · 25 January 2023, 02:57 AM

i don't know what it is made of, but the dial provides a great grip

EUguy · 25 January 2023, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by francoamerican

i don't know what it is made of, but the dial provides a great grip

Benzsiam · 25 January 2023, 06:45 AM

Yesterday MODA had the auction for this 5226G, the winner price was $39300.

It seems like a great price and cheaper than MSRP+tax.

LJubel328 · 25 January 2023, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Benzsiam

Yesterday MODA had the auction for this 5226G, the winner price was $39300.

It seems like a great price and cheaper than MSRP+tax.

I was watching that. There was little interest and thought to bid but ultimately I would prefer the 5326 over the time only 5226.

Nonetheless, a great reference

it should be available if OP doesn’t mind waiting a bit.

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Benzsiam · 25 January 2023, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by LJubel328

I was watching that. There was little interest and thought to bid but ultimately I would prefer the 5326 over the time only 5226.

Nonetheless, a great reference

it should be available if OP doesn’t mind waiting a bit.

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Yes, 5326G is one of the most gorgeous timepiece, the secondary market price would be a lot higher than MSRP.

vandyologist · 25 January 2023, 01:08 PM

Though it’s not my first, I think that it makes a perfect first Patek. Easy to wear, versatile, great size, great case.

Yobrooks · 25 January 2023, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by vandyologist

Though it’s not my first, I think that it makes a perfect first Patek. Easy to wear, versatile, great size, great case.

It's simply amazing that virtually no pictures do this dial justice. It really needs to be seen in person to appreciate the beauty of the texture with slight gold glistening. I can't wait to get mine in the next month or two. Congrats.

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codecow · 25 January 2023, 01:31 PM

The macro shots kind of make the dial look like asphalt. Need to see one IRL.

ExplorerI · 25 January 2023, 01:48 PM

The case is way more interesting in person too

Ichiran · 25 January 2023, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by vandyologist

Though it’s not my first, I think that it makes a perfect first Patek. Easy to wear, versatile, great size, great case.

Nice

Cool strap too.

rolexjackson · 25 January 2023, 03:00 PM

What is the lug width?

sgwatch · 25 January 2023, 03:54 PM

That strap looks great on the watch. Congrats!

bestkepttime · 29 January 2023, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LJubel328

I was watching that. There was little interest and thought to bid but ultimately I would prefer the 5326 over the time only 5226.

Nonetheless, a great reference

it should be available if OP doesn’t mind waiting a bit.

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I'm waiting no rush !

bestkepttime · 29 January 2023, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vandyologist

Though it’s not my first, I think that it makes a perfect first Patek. Easy to wear, versatile, great size, great case.

wow looks great anymore photos ? - love it on the black strap.

big congratulations

Yobrooks · 1 February 2023, 10:38 AM

Just heard the price increase for the 5226 is only $300.

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rolexjackson · 2 February 2023, 03:17 PM

This is my first Patek man I just love it

ButtButt · 2 February 2023, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by rolexjackson

This is my first Patek man I just love it

Beautiful, big congrats!

Bmats · 2 February 2023, 10:45 PM

Looks great! How easy is it to change the buckle when you change straps?

rolexjackson · 2 February 2023, 10:58 PM

Super easy, I have 2 new after market straps on the way!

V25V · 2 February 2023, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by rolexjackson

Super easy, I have 2 new after market straps on the way!

Where did you get them from?

I found this one: https://delugs.com/

4 January 2023, 09:39 PM	#1
bestkepttime "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: N/A Posts: 247	First Patek 5226g? I have a fairly good relationship with my ad from purchasing Rolex over the last few years but looking to move into a Patek. Official AD of both brands. I really like the 5226g - is this a viable first patek purchase or am i dreaming ? THANKS

4 January 2023, 09:42 PM	#2
Hulkhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: UK Watch: 126710 BLRO Posts: 493	I am in a similar situation and have been thinking the same thing. Really like it on the dark strap __________________ 124300 OP41Green126610LV Sub 126710BLRO GMT II126710BLNR GMT II 126518LN Daytona - Gold with black subs**

5 January 2023, 11:00 PM	#6
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25 January 2023, 06:45 AM	#13
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 5,914	Yesterday MODA had the auction for this 5226G, the winner price was $39300. It seems like a great price and cheaper than MSRP+tax. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. Audemars Piguet: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) Patek Philippe: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996", Seiko: SRPA21,

4 January 2023, 09:53 PM	#3
bestkepttime "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: N/A Posts: 247	the dark strap is what i like also !

5 January 2023, 01:47 AM	#5
Yobrooks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Philly, USA Watch: PP Posts: 537	Great 1st ( or 10th) PP watch, great strap options, movement and amazing dial... Go for it. Sent from my SM-N986U using Tapatalk

5 January 2023, 11:23 PM	#7
ExplorerI "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: USA Watch: Explorer I Posts: 734	I walked in to a Patek AD and had a nice chat with the manager. At first I was asking about some of the complications and an Aquanaut which he said just wasn’t going to happen. They had a 5226g as an exhibition piece and it looks way better in person. I asked for that one and he did make it sound like it was doable and took my information down. Been a few months now with no call but I guess Patek can take years to come through.

24 January 2023, 02:22 PM	#10
rolexjackson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,190	anyone know what the dial is made of? its so beautiful!

25 January 2023, 02:57 AM	#11
francoamerican "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: bay area Posts: 571	i don't know what it is made of, but the dial provides a great grip

25 January 2023, 01:08 PM	#16
vandyologist 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: TN Posts: 878	Though it’s not my first, I think that it makes a perfect first Patek. Easy to wear, versatile, great size, great case.

25 January 2023, 01:31 PM	#18
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 4,764	The macro shots kind of make the dial look like asphalt. Need to see one IRL.

25 January 2023, 01:48 PM	#19
ExplorerI "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: USA Watch: Explorer I Posts: 734	The case is way more interesting in person too

25 January 2023, 03:00 PM	#21
rolexjackson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,190	What is the lug width?

25 January 2023, 03:54 PM	#22
sgwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Seattle Posts: 432	That strap looks great on the watch. Congrats!

1 February 2023, 10:38 AM	#25
Yobrooks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Philly, USA Watch: PP Posts: 537	Just heard the price increase for the 5226 is only $300. Sent from my SM-N986U using Tapatalk

2 February 2023, 03:17 PM	#26
rolexjackson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,190	This is my first Patek man I just love it

2 February 2023, 10:45 PM	#28
Bmats 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: East Coast Posts: 481	Looks great! How easy is it to change the buckle when you change straps?

2 February 2023, 10:58 PM	#29
rolexjackson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,190	Super easy, I have 2 new after market straps on the way!

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