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1William · 28 March 2019, 08:53 PM

Congratulations.

liljctl · 28 March 2019, 08:57 PM

Congrats Ben. Did you pick it up from an AD in the end ?

gummy · 28 March 2019, 09:17 PM

Gorgeous...Congrats!

s.m.b. · 28 March 2019, 09:41 PM

Congratulations!

benlee · 28 March 2019, 09:44 PM

Thanks once again for all the congrats! Appreciated!

I have been eyeing the 5170P ever since I laid my eyes on it last year when I purchase my 5711-1R. That time, I played around and it captivated me like no other watches ever did. I know I have to have it. But the price-tag gave me pause, plus I need time to make up my mind. Fast forward to now, after Baselworld, nothing better has come out ( yes imho, not even 5172 ), I decided to get it.

And I couldn't be happier. It's an absolutely stunning looking watch. I dare say this is the most beautiful watch in my collection. The proportions, the platinum case, the amazing blue dial. It sucks you in.

The movement shot is also just as nice. While not exactly on par with Lange Datograph, truth be told, it's nevertheless very nicely finished. I wasn't able to take a proper shot yet. I'll do it later.

Goes without saying the watch is very comfortable on the wrist. I did swap out the strap to a dark blue leather strap which I think fits the watch much better. The diamond indices as everyone has pointed out, is very discrete and certainly not in-your-face at all. The dial is amazing and has a wealth of colors with different shades of blue, and is just fascinating to look at.

If there are some nitpickles, there are two actually. The crystal is rather reflective, so it's sometimes challenging to take a good shot.

Also the brighly polished platinum case seems to pick up scratches and smudges rather easily, so it's definitely not something you want to wear too casually. Overall, the case size is perfect at 39mm and as this is my first platinum watch that I own, I will venture to say the improvement of platinum over gold isn't as obvious as gold over stainless steel, but one can see the difference visually especially under good natural light. It's more shiny, more white, or some will say, more pure.

The 5170P is the last and greatest of the 5170 series. Patek has not been particularly successful with the 5170 watches so there could be lingering concern whether this watch will do wear on the long term, something that I was concerned about to post a thread on this. However, given the relatively short run, and the upsurge in interest after the watch was discontinued, and the watch's own stunning looks, I am quite confident it will hold up well. Even if it does. it shouldn't matter because I just cannot see myself selling it anytime soon.

With this addition, I shall also officially retire from watch collecting. No more new watches anymore.

pam66 · 28 March 2019, 09:53 PM

congratulations! i like my 5170P (got it last week) but find it really hard to read because of the highly reflective glass cover.

benlee · 28 March 2019, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nyc2la

Congrats, Ben! It’s absolutely beautiful.

Thanks! Your enabling pics is a big push for me as well to finally land this piece.

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

congratulations! i like my 5170P (got it last week) but find it really hard to read because of the highly reflective glass cover.

I find readability generally OK because the highly polished hands really pops out from the blue dial. If can be, I will wish a bit more AR on the watch to minimize reflection.

N_Architect · 28 March 2019, 11:53 PM

Huge congrats, Ben!!!

Xerxes77 · 28 March 2019, 11:56 PM

Congratulations!!
A stunning piece!!
Wear it in good health and enjoy

TimeOnHand · 29 March 2019, 01:06 AM

Congrats on a stunning piece!

pam66 · 29 March 2019, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

congratulations! i like my 5170P (got it last week) but find it really hard to read because of the highly reflective glass cover.

here is mine:

Superburrito · 29 March 2019, 04:14 AM

wow, it is truly stunning!

Apheaven · 29 March 2019, 05:09 AM

A big congratulations Ben! Glad to see you made it to the other side. The depth of the blue dial is fine art to me, unlike any watch I have ever owned. Enjoy in good health.

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Apheaven · 29 March 2019, 05:18 AM

And I like your band choice...

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APAP · 29 March 2019, 05:24 AM

Congrats Ben. Looking good.

I’d love to see this watch from a distance; a mirror shot or something. It looks good in close shots.

Sonzy · 29 March 2019, 06:05 AM

Big Congrats

Chiboy · 29 March 2019, 06:30 AM

Fantastic! Congrats! I lost a little interest with the teaser shot of the box, but today when I scanned forward to a picture....

“Just when I thought I was out, you pulled me back in.” It’s the 5170P mafia!

Snow-Dweller · 29 March 2019, 06:37 AM

Congratulations, and yes, that blue dial is captivating.

Interesting that your not alone in commenting on how reflective the crystal is...

Apheaven · 29 March 2019, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow-Dweller

Congratulations, and yes, that blue dial is captivating.

Interesting that your not alone in commenting on how reflective the crystal is...

I openly wonder if the crystal, while reflective, adds to the depth of the blue dial(?).

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hughiee2 · 29 March 2019, 07:16 AM

Congrats! Thanks for sharing the beautiful photos.

andyol1966 · 29 March 2019, 07:20 AM

That is some sexy watch,,,,many congrats!!

benlee · 29 March 2019, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N_Architect

Huge congrats, Ben!!!

Thanks Kons!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xerxes77

Congratulations!!
A stunning piece!!
Wear it in good health and enjoy

Thank You!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimeOnHand

Congrats on a stunning piece!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

A big congratulations Ben! Glad to see you made it to the other side. The depth of the blue dial is fine art to me, unlike any watch I have ever owned. Enjoy in good health.

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I fully agree. I think it's the most beautiful watch in my entire collection.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Superburrito

wow, it is truly stunning!

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

here is mine:

Looks great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by APAP

Congrats Ben. Looking good.

I’d love to see this watch from a distance; a mirror shot or something. It looks good in close shots.

Let me take one later.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

And I like your band choice...

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I like it too!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sonzy

Big Congrats

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chiboy

Fantastic! Congrats! I lost a little interest with the teaser shot of the box, but today when I scanned forward to a picture....

“Just when I thought I was out, you pulled me back in.” It’s the 5170P mafia!

I only do this box shot teaser with big incomings. Love a bit of "drama".

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow-Dweller

Congratulations, and yes, that blue dial is captivating.

Interesting that your not alone in commenting on how reflective the crystal is...

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apheaven

I openly wonder if the crystal, while reflective, adds to the depth of the blue dial(?).

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That's a very good point. It kind of "re-inforce" the lighting contrast inside the dial. However, the reflective crystal does not in any way affect the watch visual appeal. I have had much worse example of poor AR that simply "white-wash" the entire dial of the watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hughiee2

Congrats! Thanks for sharing the beautiful photos.

Quote:

Originally Posted by andyol1966

That is some sexy watch,,,,many congrats!!

benlee · 29 March 2019, 11:04 AM

Took the 5170P out for some morning sunlight and the result is stunning.

onmyhand · 29 March 2019, 11:32 AM

Yes, finally you did it. Congratulations!
Enjoy the watch like I do.

Mini2 · 29 March 2019, 06:48 PM

Very nice watch
But in the first post there is a teddy? Is it a patek teddy excuse the random question

benlee · 29 March 2019, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onmyhand

Yes, finally you did it. Congratulations!
Enjoy the watch like I do.

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mini2

Very nice watch
But in the first post there is a teddy? Is it a patek teddy excuse the random question

No it's not. It's a soft toy from the Ritz Carlton Hotel. I got it for my niece when she was still small.

Rwatcher · 29 March 2019, 08:50 PM

Lovely reference and many congrats on the purchase. It does set itself apart from the usual that is for sure.

Keep the pictures coming on both the forum and Insta.

Mini2 · 30 March 2019, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benlee

Thanks!

No it's not. It's a soft toy from the Ritz Carlton Hotel. I got it for my niece when she was still small.

Thanks for replying - Had it been a teddy I would have been on the phone to my AD wanting two for my two toddlers

tonupbklyn · 30 March 2019, 01:12 AM

absolutely gorgeous piece.
big congrats!

Token74 · 30 March 2019, 01:24 AM

Congrats, that’s awesome

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28 March 2019, 09:41 PM	#64
s.m.b. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: the Far West Posts: 1,282	Congratulations! __________________ Rolex & Patek Philippe

28 March 2019, 09:44 PM	#65
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,873	Thanks once again for all the congrats! Appreciated! I have been eyeing the 5170P ever since I laid my eyes on it last year when I purchase my 5711-1R. That time, I played around and it captivated me like no other watches ever did. I know I have to have it. But the price-tag gave me pause, plus I need time to make up my mind. Fast forward to now, after Baselworld, nothing better has come out ( yes imho, not even 5172 ), I decided to get it. And I couldn't be happier. It's an absolutely stunning looking watch. I dare say this is the most beautiful watch in my collection. The proportions, the platinum case, the amazing blue dial. It sucks you in. The movement shot is also just as nice. While not exactly on par with Lange Datograph, truth be told, it's nevertheless very nicely finished. I wasn't able to take a proper shot yet. I'll do it later. Goes without saying the watch is very comfortable on the wrist. I did swap out the strap to a dark blue leather strap which I think fits the watch much better. The diamond indices as everyone has pointed out, is very discrete and certainly not in-your-face at all. The dial is amazing and has a wealth of colors with different shades of blue, and is just fascinating to look at. If there are some nitpickles, there are two actually. The crystal is rather reflective, so it's sometimes challenging to take a good shot. Also the brighly polished platinum case seems to pick up scratches and smudges rather easily, so it's definitely not something you want to wear too casually. Overall, the case size is perfect at 39mm and as this is my first platinum watch that I own, I will venture to say the improvement of platinum over gold isn't as obvious as gold over stainless steel, but one can see the difference visually especially under good natural light. It's more shiny, more white, or some will say, more pure. The 5170P is the last and greatest of the 5170 series. Patek has not been particularly successful with the 5170 watches so there could be lingering concern whether this watch will do wear on the long term, something that I was concerned about to post a thread on this. However, given the relatively short run, and the upsurge in interest after the watch was discontinued, and the watch's own stunning looks, I am quite confident it will hold up well. Even if it does. it shouldn't matter because I just cannot see myself selling it anytime soon. With this addition, I shall also officially retire from watch collecting. No more new watches anymore. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

28 March 2019, 11:53 PM	#68
N_Architect "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Kons Location: ATH Watch: DD40 Posts: 473	Huge congrats, Ben!!! __________________ Travel, See, Feel, Explore.

29 March 2019, 01:06 AM	#70
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	Congrats on a stunning piece! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

29 March 2019, 04:14 AM	#72
Superburrito "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: California Watch: 26420RO Posts: 448	wow, it is truly stunning! __________________ Current collection: AP 26420RO.OO.A002CA.01, PP 5164A, AP 15202BA, Omega 310.32.42.50.01.002, Tudor m79030b-0003, Garmin Epix Gen 2 Waiting for: AP 126715ST.OO.1356ST.01

28 March 2019, 08:53 PM	#61
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,446	Congratulations.

28 March 2019, 08:57 PM	#62
liljctl "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Mildura Posts: 428	Congrats Ben. Did you pick it up from an AD in the end ?

28 March 2019, 09:17 PM	#63
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	Gorgeous...Congrats!

28 March 2019, 09:53 PM	#66
pam66 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: cambridge Posts: 2,339	congratulations! i like my 5170P (got it last week) but find it really hard to read because of the highly reflective glass cover.

28 March 2019, 11:56 PM	#69
Xerxes77 Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Home! Posts: 3,307	Congratulations!! A stunning piece!! Wear it in good health and enjoy

29 March 2019, 05:09 AM	#73
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 589	A big congratulations Ben! Glad to see you made it to the other side. The depth of the blue dial is fine art to me, unlike any watch I have ever owned. Enjoy in good health. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2019, 05:18 AM	#74
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 589	And I like your band choice... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2019, 05:24 AM	#75
APAP "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 748	Congrats Ben. Looking good. I’d love to see this watch from a distance; a mirror shot or something. It looks good in close shots.

29 March 2019, 06:05 AM	#76
Sonzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Egypt Watch: PP/Breguet/IWC/Rlx Posts: 378	Big Congrats __________________ Patek Philippe: 5712, 5146P Breguet: Marine GMT. IWC: Big Pilot “Le Petite Prince” Limited, Portugieser Chrono. Rolex: GMT Master II Batman.

29 March 2019, 06:30 AM	#77
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,540	Fantastic! Congrats! I lost a little interest with the teaser shot of the box, but today when I scanned forward to a picture.... “Just when I thought I was out, you pulled me back in.” It’s the 5170P mafia! __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

29 March 2019, 06:37 AM	#78
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,283	Congratulations, and yes, that blue dial is captivating. Interesting that your not alone in commenting on how reflective the crystal is... __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

29 March 2019, 07:16 AM	#80
hughiee2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Monterey Posts: 247	Congrats! Thanks for sharing the beautiful photos.

29 March 2019, 07:20 AM	#81
andyol1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Andy Location: East Midlands, UK Watch: Patek and Rolex Posts: 1,074	That is some sexy watch,,,,many congrats!!

29 March 2019, 11:04 AM	#83
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,873	Took the 5170P out for some morning sunlight and the result is stunning. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

29 March 2019, 11:32 AM	#84
onmyhand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: singapore Watch: patek Posts: 226	Yes, finally you did it. Congratulations! Enjoy the watch like I do.

29 March 2019, 06:48 PM	#85
Mini2 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Uk Posts: 1,522	Very nice watch But in the first post there is a teddy? Is it a patek teddy excuse the random question

29 March 2019, 08:50 PM	#87
Rwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: North,UK Posts: 445	Lovely reference and many congrats on the purchase. It does set itself apart from the usual that is for sure. Keep the pictures coming on both the forum and Insta.

30 March 2019, 01:12 AM	#89
tonupbklyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: bklyn Posts: 1,471	absolutely gorgeous piece. big congrats!

30 March 2019, 01:24 AM	#90
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