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thlax · 28 April 2010, 01:21 PM

I recently saw a patek aquanaut and fell inlove with it! What are peoples thoughts in choosing the patek or the rolex gmt2c for everyday wear with a PAM112.

Singslinger · 28 April 2010, 01:28 PM

Isn't the Patek twice the price of the S/S GMT IIc? So strictly speaking, the comparison isn't really fair....Still, for daily wear, I vote for the GMT! Although the Patek is nice, I think you get a more solid allrounder with the GMT IIc.

JUSTROLEXES · 28 April 2010, 01:31 PM

If dollars aren't an issue I will go for the PP 5167 but yes for a new one you're looking to spend about $16500 and that is 3X the Ceramic so not sure what to tell you but both are great watches...
As far as the Panerai...not on my list with all the respect to all the others

Christiaan · 28 April 2010, 01:33 PM

Cant compare the 2. The GMT is more robust but the Patek is a more refined piece...going for robust, two time zone tool watch or a refined stainless "sports" watch?

thlax · 28 April 2010, 01:43 PM

I did just see it today on a friend, thats why i am so fascinated! You can actually find one in decent shape for 8-10k....so only 2-4ish over a GMT. However, this would not be an event within the near future...more of just thoughts wondering....

utc66 · 28 April 2010, 01:45 PM

There is a thread on another popular watch forum where a guy was using that Model Patek as his one and only beater. There were some pics showing some scratces and dents. Was used for water sports as well. He certainly made owning The One an intriguing read Hope you can find the thread.

bewithabob · 28 April 2010, 02:40 PM

you are kidding, right?

utc66 · 29 April 2010, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by bewithabob

you are kidding, right?

Here ya go.

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...=4157532&rid=0

cody p · 28 April 2010, 04:14 PM

the aquanaut rocks!!!

SeamasterGMT · 28 April 2010, 07:02 PM

If you don't already own a Rolex, you should get one - they are great watches. However, that PP...

padi56 · 28 April 2010, 07:14 PM

Not a huge fan of Patek except for there watches with complications there none can compare.But in there simple watches I would take Rolex every time quality around the same, only difference is the price and the Patek name.

Kokyuryoku · 28 April 2010, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Not a huge fan of Patek except for there watches with complications there none can compare.But in there simple watches I would take Rolex every time quality around the same, only difference is the price and the Patek name.

My thoughts exactly

Bullyterrier · 28 April 2010, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

I would take Rolex every time quality around the same, only difference is the price and the Patek name.

Like a response you would find on a Seiko forum comparing a Seiko to a Rolex

padi56 · 29 April 2010, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Bullyterrier

Like a response you would find on a Seiko forum comparing a Seiko to a Rolex

Definately not just speaking the truth as I find it. and myself can respect all mechanical watches from a Alpha to Rolex to Patek to Seiko.

Roxas · 29 April 2010, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

But in there simple watches I would take Rolex every time quality around the same, only difference is the price and the Patek name.

I don't think so. Finishing of Patek is a LOT better than Rolex (if we can call it's "finishing" for Rolex).

padi56 · 29 April 2010, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Roxas

I don't think so. Finishing of Patek is a LOT better than Rolex (if we can call it's "finishing" for Rolex).

Decoration etc don't make a movement it just adds to the cost of finished product.Yes Patek make fine movements and so do Rolex and many others IMHO for watches with a simple date complication the Seiko Grand could better or equal the best of any the Swiss has to offer.

Psmith · 28 April 2010, 07:15 PM

The PP doesn't do much for me, but looking at your signature it seems you've already made a decision i.e. the GMT?

Cheers

Puffy · 28 April 2010, 07:16 PM

GMT for me. Will pay Patek when I get older...

Cru Jones · 28 April 2010, 08:17 PM

the PP is nice, no doubt, but, PP, to me, is not a "sports watch" brand, so, i'd have to go GMT2C.

Art 1 · 28 April 2010, 08:27 PM

The PP would be fine for ever day wear. I would rather have the GMT.

Bullyterrier · 28 April 2010, 08:35 PM

I would choose the Aquanaut as I am not a fan of the gmt2c.

level · 28 April 2010, 10:05 PM

I would go with the Patek.

superb · 28 April 2010, 10:15 PM

Put me down for GMT...

Seventh Son · 28 April 2010, 10:34 PM

Gmt first followed by PP5167.

wildsidemtb · 28 April 2010, 10:59 PM

I don't rate the Pateks just not my thing. Plus your probably going to get a fairly one eyed answer based on the forum your on...............Rolex all the way

RRGHOST1 · 28 April 2010, 11:07 PM

I do not think that PP watches look that good, looking like an ordinary Fossil type watch, but there again, that is me. Do not think Panerai watches look that good either. So it's a GMT every (Rolex) time.

ral · 28 April 2010, 11:26 PM

thlax · 29 April 2010, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ral

Love it!

I have the GMT2c on the way.

Like i said, i JUST saw the patek so thats why it was on my mind! I do not have the spare cash for the patek nor do i know if i would want it instead of the GMT. I have had a sub date which i loved and will get the new one when the time is right also. Just an interesting thought the Patek vs the GMT.

Love all the comments people, great discussion.

thlax · 29 April 2010, 05:43 AM

Just read the "Aquanaut beater" thread. That guy did some serious wearing! Not sure how he got the gouge on his bezel but thats what im talking about daily wear! If i do anything that could get ridiculous, i wear my Panerai.

But as i said, this was just me drooling and not possible right now! Ha.

ral · 29 April 2010, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by thlax

Love it!

I have the GMT2c on the way.

Like i said, i JUST saw the patek so thats why it was on my mind! I do not have the spare cash for the patek nor do i know if i would want it instead of the GMT. I have had a sub date which i loved and will get the new one when the time is right also. Just an interesting thought the Patek vs the GMT.

Love all the comments people, great discussion.

Oh, I just posted a picture here so all could see what it looks like... not a big fan of either the Aquanaut or the GMT IIC. The Calatrava's and Datejusts/Day-Dates are more to my liking. GO DATEJUST!

28 April 2010, 01:21 PM	#1
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28 April 2010, 01:33 PM	#4
Christiaan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Christiaan Location: Fort Mill, SC Watch: 67' Breitling Navi Posts: 1,617	Cant compare the 2. The GMT is more robust but the Patek is a more refined piece...going for robust, two time zone tool watch or a refined stainless "sports" watch? __________________ "Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities" Frank Lloyd Wright. "For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been and there you will long to return." DaVinci

28 April 2010, 01:43 PM	#5
thlax "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Boston Watch: 126610LN Posts: 1,388	I did just see it today on a friend, thats why i am so fascinated! You can actually find one in decent shape for 8-10k....so only 2-4ish over a GMT. However, this would not be an event within the near future...more of just thoughts wondering.... __________________ 2020 126610LN SubDate 1950 LeCoultre Memovox 2020 Green OP41 124300 (Sold), 2020 114060 ND Sub (Sold) Tudor BB58 Blue (Sold), CHNR (Sold), 126603 TT SD43 (Sold) 116500 Black Daytona (Sold), 5512 vintage ‘69 (Sold) 114060 (Sold), AP15202ST (Sold) AP15500 Grey (Sold), 126710 BLRO Pepsi (Sold), 2018 39MM White OP (Sold), SD43 (Sold), ALS 1815 WG (Sold), 116520 White Daytona (sold), DSSD (Sold), 116655 RG YM (Returned), 116619LB Smurf (Sold), PP 5167A (Sold), AP Diver (Sold), PAM112 (Sold)

28 April 2010, 02:40 PM	#7
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28 April 2010, 01:28 PM	#2
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Isn't the Patek twice the price of the S/S GMT IIc? So strictly speaking, the comparison isn't really fair....Still, for daily wear, I vote for the GMT! Although the Patek is nice, I think you get a more solid allrounder with the GMT IIc.

28 April 2010, 01:45 PM	#6
utc66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DC Watch: 16600, PAM112,EZM1 Posts: 463	There is a thread on another popular watch forum where a guy was using that Model Patek as his one and only beater. There were some pics showing some scratces and dents. Was used for water sports as well. He certainly made owning The One an intriguing read Hope you can find the thread.

28 April 2010, 04:14 PM	#9
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	the aquanaut rocks!!!

28 April 2010, 07:02 PM	#10
SeamasterGMT Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: DeepSea Posts: 822	If you don't already own a Rolex, you should get one - they are great watches. However, that PP...

28 April 2010, 07:14 PM	#11
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,035	Not a huge fan of Patek except for there watches with complications there none can compare.But in there simple watches I would take Rolex every time quality around the same, only difference is the price and the Patek name. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

28 April 2010, 07:15 PM	#17
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	The PP doesn't do much for me, but looking at your signature it seems you've already made a decision i.e. the GMT? Cheers __________________

28 April 2010, 07:16 PM	#18
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	GMT for me. Will pay Patek when I get older... __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

28 April 2010, 08:17 PM	#19
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,254	the PP is nice, no doubt, but, PP, to me, is not a "sports watch" brand, so, i'd have to go GMT2C.

28 April 2010, 08:27 PM	#20
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	The PP would be fine for ever day wear. I would rather have the GMT.

28 April 2010, 08:35 PM	#21
Bullyterrier "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: . Posts: 1,343	I would choose the Aquanaut as I am not a fan of the gmt2c. __________________ So Mote it be.

28 April 2010, 10:05 PM	#22
level Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 296	I would go with the Patek.

28 April 2010, 10:15 PM	#23
superb "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: anywhere but here Posts: 690	Put me down for GMT...

28 April 2010, 10:34 PM	#24
Seventh Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Singapore Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 134	Gmt first followed by PP5167. __________________ You cannot defeat an ignorant man in argument

28 April 2010, 10:59 PM	#25
wildsidemtb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Australia Watch: Sea Dweller, 5512 Posts: 602	I don't rate the Pateks just not my thing. Plus your probably going to get a fairly one eyed answer based on the forum your on...............Rolex all the way

28 April 2010, 11:07 PM	#26
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,992	I do not think that PP watches look that good, looking like an ordinary Fossil type watch, but there again, that is me. Do not think Panerai watches look that good either. So it's a GMT every (Rolex) time.

28 April 2010, 11:26 PM	#27
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650

29 April 2010, 05:43 AM	#29
thlax "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Boston Watch: 126610LN Posts: 1,388	Just read the "Aquanaut beater" thread. That guy did some serious wearing! Not sure how he got the gouge on his bezel but thats what im talking about daily wear! If i do anything that could get ridiculous, i wear my Panerai. But as i said, this was just me drooling and not possible right now! Ha. __________________ 2020 126610LN SubDate 1950 LeCoultre Memovox 2020 Green OP41 124300 (Sold), 2020 114060 ND Sub (Sold) Tudor BB58 Blue (Sold), CHNR (Sold), 126603 TT SD43 (Sold) 116500 Black Daytona (Sold), 5512 vintage ‘69 (Sold) 114060 (Sold), AP15202ST (Sold) AP15500 Grey (Sold), 126710 BLRO Pepsi (Sold), 2018 39MM White OP (Sold), SD43 (Sold), ALS 1815 WG (Sold), 116520 White Daytona (sold), DSSD (Sold), 116655 RG YM (Returned), 116619LB Smurf (Sold), PP 5167A (Sold), AP Diver (Sold), PAM112 (Sold)

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