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Old 7 August 2024, 08:14 PM   #61
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I visited a jeweler friend at his store yesterday for a chain. He's in his '70's.

Always has a different exotic Rolex on.
But yesterday it was a vintage Rolex DD in perfect condition. I asked - you know I would

He said, "This is my father's watch and it feels good to wear it today."

I can't tell you how many times I've heard that - either here on TRF or in person at a GTG.

So - Happy Retirement!
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Old 7 August 2024, 09:16 PM   #62
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5712 for me without hesitation unless one of the options is a 5370P with a black dial.
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Old 8 August 2024, 08:21 PM   #63
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

What Ken said.
Without a doubt.
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Old 10 August 2024, 10:53 PM   #64
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I’m breaking the rules but 5164R?
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Old 11 August 2024, 02:12 AM   #65
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To me; I can’t answer without knowing g the rest of your collection!

Unless this is a 1 watch collection.


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Old 11 August 2024, 07:04 AM   #66
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If you do go 5712, there is a lovely one listed on Loupe This right now for a steal (I imagine it will end up going for more).
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Old 11 August 2024, 08:00 AM   #67
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To me; I can’t answer without knowing g the rest of your collection!

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Old 11 August 2024, 09:47 AM   #68
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5712 or 5172. Retirement watch deserves a Patek (if you can afford it).

But 5167 just doesn’t give retirement vibes.
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Old 12 August 2024, 05:49 AM   #69
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DD or Patek 5172
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Old 12 August 2024, 08:09 AM   #70
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5712 for me without hesitation unless one of the options is a 5370P with a black dial.
The 5712 in stainless steel is nicest watch that I've ever seen.

Out of principle, I will never buy grey market ... so would need to get from an AD. I'd be thrilled with the 5968a or 5167/1a as well. Any of them would be beyond amazing for me. We will see :)
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Old 12 August 2024, 09:29 AM   #71
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Out of that, openworked.

However, DD is THE retirement watch isn’t it?
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Old 12 August 2024, 09:45 AM   #72
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DD, Yellow Gold + Green Dial = Stunning
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Old 12 August 2024, 11:20 AM   #73
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The 5712 in stainless steel is nicest watch that I've ever seen.

Out of principle, I will never buy grey market ... so would need to get from an AD. I'd be thrilled with the 5968a or 5167/1a as well. Any of them would be beyond amazing for me. We will see :)

If you are set on AD then my vote is really whichever one an AD would sell to you in this day and age, otherwise out of the 4 my vote is definitely 5712a
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Old 12 August 2024, 11:46 PM   #74
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Old 14 August 2024, 09:13 AM   #75
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Old 14 August 2024, 09:16 AM   #76
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The only correct answer is the openworked AP. Runner-up is the 5712.
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Old 14 August 2024, 01:35 PM   #77
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5712 has my vote of the choices presented. If rose gold looks good on you, then I'd get in rose gold. If not, 5712a is absolutely spectacular and an absolute dream on the wrist the couple times I've been lucky enough to try it on.

The 5726 is also nice, but it feels a lot more bulky in comparison. If that's your thing, then go for it. However, I think the 24 hour time on the 5726 that can't be independently adjusted is a little bit of a tease.

Noticeably absent from your list is the 5811g. That would be a hard choice for me between the 5712a and the 5811. I think I'd probably opt for the 5811g. You get the best of both worlds: precious metal (and it is quite hefty!) while still under the radar, and the arguably best blue dial in the business.
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Old 14 August 2024, 01:49 PM   #78
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With the variety in your post I think the only way to get a correct answer would be with more information. Anything else is just everyone picking their favorite of the bunch. For example I would pick the 5712.

Once retired what will you be doing, traveling a lot? Do you have any specific hobbies? Do you like being in or around water?
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Old 14 August 2024, 05:07 PM   #79
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5712 is overrated and overhyped - the asymmetry is terrible + a steel watch for retirement is really not the best choice.
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Old 15 August 2024, 12:14 AM   #80
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5712 is overrated and overhyped - the asymmetry is terrible + a steel watch for retirement is really not the best choice.

Hard to choose between the 5712 and the 5726. Agreed with you on the asymmetry which I really dislike, the 5726 has this going for it.

But having tried on both, surprisingly the 5726 feels thick even though it’s a 12mm watch. The 5712 is silky on the wrist. Also the 5712 movement looks so much better with the micro rotor compared to the 5726. Of course the 5726 has a real complication. Hard to choose

I disagree on steel watch for retirement though. Stee Patek > gold Rolex IMO.
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Old 15 August 2024, 12:48 AM   #81
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Hard to choose between the 5712 and the 5726. Agreed with you on the asymmetry which I really dislike, the 5726 has this going for it.

But having tried on both, surprisingly the 5726 feels thick even though it’s a 12mm watch. The 5712 is silky on the wrist. Also the 5712 movement looks so much better with the micro rotor compared to the 5726. Of course the 5726 has a real complication. Hard to choose

I disagree on steel watch for retirement though. Stee Patek > gold Rolex IMO.

Helpful comments. I love high-end watches that are unique and quirky. And I love thin, light watches. I suspect that the 5712 is perfect for me, if I’m able to get one.


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Old 15 August 2024, 01:18 AM   #82
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Great selection of watches here, is a difficult choice! The AP is my favourite of the bunch but not an ideal retirement watch IMO, I’d go for the Day-Date or the Nautilus.
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Old 16 August 2024, 12:43 AM   #83
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Oh wow... drool. The 5172G and the RO Openwork would be my top 2. Which one would depend on which other watches that I had. You are so lucky! Whichever you get will be a winner!!!

I'd also advice you to consider which watch would be the most versatile for you to use in retirement.
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Old 16 August 2024, 09:42 AM   #84
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Old 16 August 2024, 02:20 PM   #85
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5172 seems most fitting.
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Old 16 August 2024, 02:29 PM   #86
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5712 would be my pick. Love the asymmetry.
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Old 17 August 2024, 03:20 AM   #87
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AP Openworked is amazing and the one to get
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Old 20 August 2024, 11:13 PM   #88
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Patek 5172 is classic, traditional and a perfect retirement 'gift' to yourself.
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Old 21 August 2024, 05:36 AM   #89
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My vote goes to 5712. Then AP, 5172, DD, 5164
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Old 21 August 2024, 11:37 AM   #90
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The blue Patek is stunning and a leather strap is so comfortable. But I would have a hard time passing on the AP openworks. Enjoy your retirement!!
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