Oysterflex vs Aquanaut - help me decide

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by spinn74

Can you post some pics of the 5167?


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Check my Instagram or profile album.

[Le Chef]

You can wear it dressed up or down. It flies under the radar. It's thin and feels weightless. You've got a great Patek movement. It's more than durable for everyday wear. There's a bit of apparent ignorant snobbery akin to "experts" believing the Cayman and Boxster are not proper Porsches, but if you've studied your topic you know that neither is true. So what's not to like?

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by josephvman

You do realize that the Nautilus and Aquanaut have identical movements are other than the dial, slightly different cases, and the fact that the Nautilus is available on a bracelet they are virtually the same watch, don't you?

It might be the entry-level Patek in price, but I would hardly call a stainless watch on a rubber strap that sells for nearly $20k entry-level. It's still a Patek, and if you need any convincing just look at the caseback. I love all of my Rolex's, but open one up and it's far more a diesel workhorse than a Ferrari engine driving it. Nothing wrong with that, they rarely break and need very little service, but it's far from a piece of art.

It seems to be very popular to bash the Aquanaut, but it often comes from Rolex owners who say that "real" Patek enthusiasts hate the watch, but oddly I've never actually heard that from a Patek owner, casual or serious collector.

Based on price. I know a patek is a patek. Thanks for the long explanation.

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by Etschell

Based on price. I know a patek is a patek. Thanks for the long explanation.

I would hate an "entry level" Dufour or Greubel

[HorologyK]

Originally Posted by KarlS

I would hate an "entry level" Dufour or Greubel

Lol

[UmichNJ]

I have both and think they serve different purposes. My 5164 scratches super easy, but the travel time is one of the most well executed dual time zone functions. Additionally, the watch is really inconspicuous, which makes it great to travel with. My rose gold YM is both stealthy and luxe. The ceramic bezel makes it a bit more durable. Comfort is probably a toss up. The Oysterflex is amazing, but the 5164 is quite a bit lighter.


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[brmeyers]

My vote is for RG YM.
Most likely an incoming for me this week.

[1995akcoop]

YM all day!!! For starters, it looks better. Next, gold!!!!


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[Snow-Dweller]

Rolex for me any day of the week.

[DeeTee]

Aquanaut is junk
Nautilus is the Patek sport watch


Also Patek is all show, I'll climb a mountain in a Rolex.
I'll make cell phone calls on a Patek.

[subtona]

Originally Posted by dt32886@gmail.com

Aquanaut is junk
Nautilus is the Patek sport watch


Also Patek is all show, I'll climb a mountain in a Rolex.
I'll make cell phone calls on a Patek.

Clueless

[kilyung]

I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

[Vaxe]

I prefer Nautilus over 116655 over Aquanaut

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by subtona

Clueless

He explained his point from an expert perspective!

[Capt. Alex]

Originally Posted by josephvman

I love all of my Rolex's, but open one up and it's far more a diesel workhorse than a Ferrari engine driving it. Nothing wrong with that, they rarely break and need very little service, but it's far from a piece of art.

Ill take the diesel workhorse any day in any analogy.

[HorologyK]

Originally Posted by KarlS

He explained his point from an expert perspective!

You should read some of his previous posts ... Such an expert !

[jrs146]

Originally Posted by dt32886@gmail.com

Aquanaut is junk
Nautilus is the Patek sport watch


Also Patek is all show, I'll climb a mountain in a Rolex.
I'll make cell phone calls on a Patek.

Wow way to contribute

Now back to the OP's actual question.

Both great watches. Never owned either but tried on both. The YM is simply stunning. My only gripe is that the strap is not quite flush with the lugs. It's a minor problem but keeps it from being 100% perfect. The 5167 is beautiful. It truly flies under the radar. It's light and full of detail. Anyone who says anything about an entry level patek is a chump.

Maybe it comes down to do you want A PM model that says Rolex or a SS model that says Patek. First world problems!


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[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by subtona

Clueless

Wow, Gus... A lot of PP hate in this thread, eh? I agree with you. They will slam a model or the whole brand and provide little substance to their claim.

[RolexxxeloR]

I don't know why, but I like that the Oysterflex is not flush with the case... I have a Breitling Avenger 2 Seawolf that's the same way... I guess I just like the crude, rugged aspect of it.

[japenney]

Originally Posted by AK797

No it isn't.

I'd go for the 5164 over both.

x2. People who bash the aquanaut are the same people who would bash people wearing an Explorer 1 as it is an "entry level rolex". Completely absurd .

[Muzz]

I would take a 5167. I actually like that PP a lot!

[WristEnvy]

To answer the OPs question, the YM is beautiful, but personally it isn't for me because SS is more my style. I never tried it on, so can't comment on fit and comfort. Comparing the SS YM aesthetically I'd rather have a sub or dssd, which I do. I vote Aquanaut!

Originally Posted by dt32886@gmail.com

Nautilus is the Patek sport watch


Also Patek is all show, I'll climb a mountain in a Rolex.
I'll make cell phone calls on a Patek.

I'm sure you'd opt to wear an explorer, exp2, or sub to climb a mountain. Who'd want to wear a patek or pm rolex and risk it getting dinged?

Originally Posted by Etschell

Ym. The aquanaut is an entry level watch for patek. Nautilus is the real one to get.

Well it's the same movement and I prefer the numerals vs the stick dial (I have an AP RO in my sights), so the Aquanaut was the real one to get for me!

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[Le Chef]

Originally Posted by dt32886@gmail.com

Aquanaut is junk
Nautilus is the Patek sport watch


Also Patek is all show, I'll climb a mountain in a Rolex.
I'll make cell phone calls on a Patek.

Thank you for your expert perspective - great fully received I'm sure by everyone here.

[vipereaper30]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

Great pairing, I can see why you like them!

[vman]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

Travel Time is executed quite nicely. Need to try this on--perhaps it will change my opinion!

[Eacast]

Both are beautiful watches but my vote and money would go to the RG Yachtmaster, stunning piece.

[brian89]

Get a wg sub and sell the bracelet

[WristEnvy]

^^^ because everyone is in the market for a wg bracelet

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[Baco Noir]

Originally Posted by WristEnvy

^^^ because everyone is in the market for a wg bracelet

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I had the same thought. Makes no sense.

[TickTopia]

Originally Posted by Le Chef

You can wear it dressed up or down. It flies under the radar. It's thin and feels weightless. You've got a great Patek movement. It's more than durable for everyday wear. There's a bit of apparent ignorant snobbery akin to "experts" believing the Cayman and Boxster are not proper Porsches, but if you've studied your topic you know that neither is true. So what's not to like?

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