Seriously considering a 5167a Aquanaut. Owner opinions?

[codecow]

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- How is it as a daily wearer?

Great, super comfortable!

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- Is the rubber strap durable, as I don't like the 5167 bracelet option at all, and I like to keep originality so no NATOs, leather straps etc

Yes, it's very durable. Get the dealer to throw in an extra strap when you buy it.

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- Do the arabics glow for a decent amount of time, or are they just for aesthetics?

The lume works pretty well on this watch.

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- If I managed to really badly damage the bezel, is it a very expensive replacement cost at service? I doubt this would happen but you never know I guess

I don't know, I haven't damaged mine.

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- Does the clasp dig in to your wrist after prolonged period of wear? I've had a similar clasp that after a long day would dig into my wrist and leave an imprint. Uncomfortable to say the least, and the watch wasn't being worn too tightly etc but it still happened.

No, but then again I don't wear it super tight.

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- Good timekeepers?

Yes, extremely accurate!

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- How are they for holding their value?

Since it's a popular piece with an entry level price point, it holds value fairly well.

Originally Posted by W44NEG

- Are there any price increase rumours currently?

Not that I have heard, probably the opposite as the market overall is a bit soft, especially in Asia.

[Peterandwatches]

Fantastic watch. Very comfortable and handsome as others have echoed. Be aware, the posts has been fairly positive, which makes senses, since you are sourcing owners.

However, you will certainly run into folks on TRF that consider the 5167 as a lesser watch to the 5711, but only you can decide if that's a significant factor.

[W44NEG]

I did it. It's stunning. I was very close to letting my head take over the decision, but I'm glad I went with it. Adjusted the strap myself (nerve-wracking!) as I was running out of time at the jeweller and feel I've found a decent fit.

First impressions... is it on my wrist?! It's so light! It catches the light beautifully, lume seems good. It's impossibly thin in comparison to any other auto I've owned as well.

Thanks for all the help with this decision!

[cervantes]

Congrats and enjoy!

[Le Chef]

Lesser in that it's more under the radar and more practical.

[JAPP]

Originally Posted by Flex368

Great.



Very durable.



Lume is good on the 5167.



No clue about replacing the bezel but it can be polished by PP.



Not if the strap is cut to the right length for your wrist.



Yes, excellent. Mine runs at +-0.5 sec a day.



Very well.



No idea, I´m only interested in facts.



Don´t think so.



Well, if you insist...

Agreed to all this! Love mine, it grows on you every time you wear it!

[blcblc]

The most comfortable SS watch for me. Love it

[spinn74]

To the OP: how did the Aquanaut wear compared to the Nautilus? I'm in the same position as you with 6.75" wrists. Considering the Aquanaut and comfort is very important!

[dysondiver]

well done ,, and a great set of posts too.

[lapince]

Originally Posted by Peterandwatches

Fantastic watch. Very comfortable and handsome as others have echoed. Be aware, the posts has been fairly positive, which makes senses, since you are sourcing owners.

However, you will certainly run into folks on TRF that consider the 5167 as a lesser watch to the 5711, but only you can decide if that's a significant factor.

Well between a 5711/5712 and an Aquanaut sure I prefer a Nautilus, for me the perfect duo is a 5712 and 5167R, yeah I know not cheap, or 5711 and 5167, or just one of these, in any case great watches, just that the Nautilus is a hugely iconic watch and I usually prefer on bracelet than rubber, but by a slight margin, the Aquas are really cool but IMO don't have that iconic status, and for the price difference if to have only one then yes it would definitely be a nautilus, but in any case don't think you can go wrong, which ever you choose, never heard bad things about 5167's here... Anyways congrats on the incoming, both Aquas and Nauts are amazing sporty watches

[lapince]

Originally Posted by AK797

I think the Aqua is perfect for you, it has a great dial with the cool 3d arabics and the tropical strap that won't get marked up. Buy it and start saving for the 5711 1R, perfect PP combo.

It's funny Neil how for me my perfect PP combo is the contrary, SS Nautilus, preferably 5712 but 5711 is great, and RG 5167, but hey it's just a taste question and any of these watches, SS or RG are amazing

[vintageguy]

I've had mine for 20 years. it's a wonderful low profile watch which I prefer. my daughter
helped me buy it when she opined that the Nautalus dial was so boring. I like it that
generally WIS and not muggers know what it is.

[W44NEG]

Originally Posted by spinn74

To the OP: how did the Aquanaut wear compared to the Nautilus? I'm in the same position as you with 6.75" wrists. Considering the Aquanaut and comfort is very important!

I would say both are very comfortable although my experience of the Nautilus has been brief. The 5167a is incredibly nice to wear. I've been playing pool tonight wearing it and you really just forget it's there.

Thanks for all the replies, they've really helped compound my thoughts that I bought the right watch :-)

[spinn74]

Post some pics!!