Make this trade for my first Patek?

[Sandman42]

Hi Everyone,

First post on the PP section.

Since getting into watches my goal was always to wear what made me happy and not what others perceived to be “the best”.

I have bought and sold 10 Rolex’s in the past 7 years. I look back on many of those watches and consider selling them missed opportunities as all were purchased pretty much at MSRP even though I made a slight profit each time. The only Rolex I can see myself buying in the future is the Submariner (original, no date).

I am currently left with 2 watches- a Hulk and a current model AP ROC black dial. I find myself wearing both less and less.

Like many, I have always wanted a Patek Philippe. The problem was, I could never make up my mind which would make the most sense for me and didn’t want to just purchase something as it would be a big decision without being sure.

Prior to stay at home orders, I had the opportunity to visit with a friend of mine who is a grey dealer - I know I know “4 letter word” - and he had many PP’s which I was able to try on.

-The 5711 (which I always loved from afar) seemed to small for my wrist.

-The 5712 which is BEAUTIFUL just didn’t sing to me for me. (I get easily thrown off with a “busy dial” - and although it’s not too busy, it’s a tad too much for me)

-The 5167 was the opposite end of a dial and seemed too small and plain for my taste.

-Then I tried on the 5164 and fell in love.

The band was comfortable. Flies under the radar for those in my office who don’t know what it is. The travel time function is the best I have seen and I would use it as I travel a lot and speak with many in different time zones daily. The date display gives it the touch of sophistication that I love without being too busy. The dial danced in the light. All checked off the boxes I needed.

I was then offered a trade for my AP and Hulk + $10k for a slightly used 5164 and I thought this was good deal.

Then it hit me.

Could this be my “one & only” watch?
Would I miss a steel bracelet?
Does it “go with everything”?

Maybe it’s pre watch-buying jitters or maybe they are valid concerns. I don’t know.

So I turn to you guys for help and insight - do I make the trade?