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Puffy · 5 April 2012, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

WooHoo, as they say!

Thank you, enablers. I do believe my world will be better on your side of the line. After I calm down I'll have more to say and definitely lotso pics.

Five hours old and now all mine:

to all, and I don't even drink!

Excellent Jim! that didn't take long!

welcome to Club 5167!!

HL65 · 5 April 2012, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 7sins

which patek is this on the left?

5140P---Stunner!!!

jim251 · 5 April 2012, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

Excellent Jim! that didn't take long!

welcome to Club 5167!!

Thanks, Anders... Your photos and postings here have been excellent and really helped in the enabling, so thanks much!

I really can't believe the comfort level of this watch. It's like it isn't even there...

More to come.

HL65 · 5 April 2012, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

WooHoo, as they say!

Thank you, enablers. I do believe my world will be better on your side of the line. After I calm down I'll have more to say and definitely lotso pics.

Five hours old and now all mine:

to all, and I don't even drink!

Congrats Jim!! Very nice--wear it in good health!

jim251 · 5 April 2012, 08:57 PM

Thanks, all, for the good wishes... Appreciated!

Wristmaster · 5 April 2012, 11:42 PM

This thread changed my mind about aquanauts..

Gorgeous watch indeed..

subtona · 5 April 2012, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wristmaster

This thread changed my mind about aquanauts..

Gorgeous watch indeed..

if the thread can change your mind, have you had the opportunity to try one on? nothing ever fit better.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jnelson3097

I saw the 5164 at my AD this past weekend and it looked amazing. I tried on the 5167 on the bracelet and now I'm contemplating selling everything for it. This is probably the wrong thread for me to be on.

i am definitely understanding where your coming from

it is not in our best interest to be here, yet i cant look away

Frogman4me · 6 April 2012, 06:47 AM

This thread is unfair! Lol, great watches guy, thanks for sharing.

subtona · 6 April 2012, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cgjane

I am waiting on a new strap to come in...

can you tell us, how long did that strap last?

jim251 · 6 April 2012, 09:20 AM

I'm here to report that the wearability of the Aquanaut is truly outstanding, and this is something that one cannot know until they buy the watch and trim the strap to fit. Once that is done the strap ever-so-lightly makes grippy contact with each side of your wrist and there the watch stays, with no moving up-down or side to side on your wrist.

Since the strap is cut to fit you really must creep up on the fit and err on the side of one rib too big rather than risk too tight. The result is just featherlight, perfect fit, and in 24 hrs I've felt no need for any adjustment at all. Just great.

For grins I weighed mine...

While my SS SubC weighs 147 grams, the 5167 weighs in at only 76 grams. It's a difference you really feel.

I've come to view the Aquanaut as basically a Calatrava that has joined the witness protection program...

One more pic from last night:

7sins · 6 April 2012, 11:59 AM

I think I just fell in love

herbie911 · 6 April 2012, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

I'm here to report that the wearability of the Aquanaut is truly outstanding, and this is something that one cannot know until they buy the watch and trim the strap to fit. Once that is done the strap ever-so-lightly makes grippy contact with each side of your wrist and there the watch stays, with no moving up-down or side to side on your wrist.

Since the strap is cut to fit you really must creep up on the fit and err on the side of one rib too big rather than risk too tight. The result is just featherlight, perfect fit, and in 24 hrs I've felt no need for any adjustment at all. Just great.

For grins I weighed mine...

While my SS SubC weighs 147 grams, the 5167 weighs in at only 76 grams. It's a difference you really feel.

I've come to view the Aquanaut as basically a Calatrava that has joined the witness protection program...

One more pic from last night:

Congrad on your lovely aquisition!

A thread like this is going to lose me ££££. I am getting more and more tempted to trade my Calatrava and get a 5167R. I always feel unease with rubber strap on a Patek watch but these photos change my mind!! It's going to be a difficult decision for my 40s birthday!

cgjane · 6 April 2012, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

can you tell us, how long did that strap last?

I am getting a custom leather strap.

I am not buying a new rubber yet.

It still works,looks fine to me. just like vintage bracelets, I think it gives it character looking somewhat worn

subtona · 6 April 2012, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cgjane

I am getting a custom leather strap.

I am not buying a new rubber yet.

It still works,looks fine to me. just like vintage bracelets, I think it gives it character looking somewhat worn

awesome watch, looks great...
leather strap option should really dress it up

Puffy · 7 April 2012, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

Thanks, Anders... Your photos and postings here have been excellent and really helped in the enabling, so thanks much!

I really can't believe the comfort level of this watch. It's like it isn't even there...

More to come.

Pleased to here jim

agree the watch is super comfy once Eduardo properly!

Looking forward to more pics of your new 5167 mate

johnswatch · 7 April 2012, 05:25 AM

You should all be ashamed of yourselves.

Patekmania is a sickness and through encouragement you're all just ignoring the serious cash flow side effects.

No, wait, can't resist...aaarghh.

FeelingTheBlues · 7 April 2012, 06:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnswatch

You should all be ashamed of yourselves.

Patekmania is a sickness and through encouragement you're all just ignoring the serious cash flow side effects.

No, wait, can't resist...aaarghh.

I feel your pain...

That's a wonderful piece!

FastBurner · 10 April 2012, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

I've come to view the Aquanaut as basically a Calatrava that has joined the witness protection program...

One more pic from last night:

That is so very true! I have the 5165, and it is the ultimate stealth watch.

Andad · 10 April 2012, 09:22 PM

Kenneth,

I'd like to put up a formal complaint about Ander's pictures.

He owns a suit and this gives him an unfair advantage.

HL65 · 10 April 2012, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

Kenneth,

I'd like to put up a formal complaint about Ander's pictures.

He owns a suit and this give him an unfair advantage.

FeelingTheBlues · 11 April 2012, 04:19 AM

Allow me to give this thread a small bump gentlemen, I do not wish to lie and pardon me if I'm wrong but I am pretty sure I've seen our moderator Ken post a picture or another Patek once! If I'm not mistaken it was a 5146P.

Now I do not wish to give any orders but whether it's yours or not Ken I personally would be very grateful if you could post it again so I would know where to look if I want to drool a bit more!

Puffy · 11 April 2012, 05:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

Kenneth,

I'd like to put up a formal complaint about Ander's pictures.

He owns a suit and this gives him an unfair advantage.

one doesn't need to wear a suit....

jim251 · 11 April 2012, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

one doesn't need to wear a suit....

Indeed. Goes with everything, especially total dress-down. Doesn't even register on radar - needs sonar, LOL. Makes a SS Sub look blingy...

And I swear, the caseback is a contact patch for some substance that makes your problems go away. Hmmm, further study required...

jim251 · 11 April 2012, 07:06 AM

Wait, I just posted a photo of my shoe! That's what this site has done to me...

Damn, I just can't leave it at that...

psv · 11 April 2012, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim251

Indeed. Goes with everything, especially total dress-down. Doesn't even register on radar - needs sonar, LOL. Makes a SS Sub look blingy...

And I swear, the caseback is a contact patch for some substance that makes your problems go away. Hmmm, further study required...

Well, the newer SubC is blingly - fat case, shiny ceramic bezel and gloss dial = bling!

cgjane · 11 April 2012, 10:49 PM

I'll join you guys pocket pool game:

johnswatch · 11 April 2012, 10:50 PM

You don't need a suit...

Puffy · 12 April 2012, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

Well, the newer SubC is blingly - fat case, shiny ceramic bezel and gloss dial = bling!

copy that

shinier than my bald head on a hot day!!!

coralhound · 12 April 2012, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7sins

I think I just fell in love

+1

GULP!!!

Puffy · 12 April 2012, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnswatch

You don't need a suit...

stunning!!

one of my PP grails but in WG

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11 April 2012, 04:19 AM	#141
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Allow me to give this thread a small bump gentlemen, I do not wish to lie and pardon me if I'm wrong but I am pretty sure I've seen our moderator Ken post a picture or another Patek once! If I'm not mistaken it was a 5146P. Now I do not wish to give any orders but whether it's yours or not Ken I personally would be very grateful if you could post it again so I would know where to look if I want to drool a bit more! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

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5 April 2012, 08:57 PM	#125
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Wristmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: A.K.W Location: Indonesia Watch: Me Watching U Posts: 587	This thread changed my mind about aquanauts.. Gorgeous watch indeed..

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6 April 2012, 09:20 AM	#130
jim251 Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: VA Posts: 591	I'm here to report that the wearability of the Aquanaut is truly outstanding, and this is something that one cannot know until they buy the watch and trim the strap to fit. Once that is done the strap ever-so-lightly makes grippy contact with each side of your wrist and there the watch stays, with no moving up-down or side to side on your wrist. Since the strap is cut to fit you really must creep up on the fit and err on the side of one rib too big rather than risk too tight. The result is just featherlight, perfect fit, and in 24 hrs I've felt no need for any adjustment at all. Just great. For grins I weighed mine... While my SS SubC weighs 147 grams, the 5167 weighs in at only 76 grams. It's a difference you really feel. I've come to view the Aquanaut as basically a Calatrava that has joined the witness protection program... One more pic from last night:

11 April 2012, 07:06 AM	#144
jim251 Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: VA Posts: 591	Wait, I just posted a photo of my shoe! That's what this site has done to me... Damn, I just can't leave it at that...

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