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KarlS · 4 July 2016, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by spinn74

Can you post some pics of the 5167?

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Check my Instagram or profile album.

Le Chef · 4 July 2016, 05:27 AM

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 · 4 July 2016, 06:13 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 06:58 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by KarlS

I would hate an "entry level" Dufour or Greubel

Lol

UmichNJ · 4 July 2016, 08:17 AM

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 · 4 July 2016, 08:27 AM

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

1995akcoop · 4 July 2016, 08:30 AM

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

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Snow-Dweller · 4 July 2016, 08:53 AM

Rolex for me any day of the week.

DeeTee · 4 July 2016, 09:01 AM

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 · 4 July 2016, 09:04 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 09:11 AM

I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

Vaxe · 4 July 2016, 09:11 AM

I prefer Nautilus over 116655 over Aquanaut

KarlS · 4 July 2016, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Clueless

He explained his point from an expert perspective!

Capt. Alex · 4 July 2016, 09:44 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by KarlS

He explained his point from an expert perspective!

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

jrs146 · 4 July 2016, 10:00 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 10:17 AM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 10:32 AM

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 · 4 July 2016, 10:46 AM

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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

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Muzz · 4 July 2016, 11:53 AM

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

WristEnvy · 4 July 2016, 11:53 AM

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!

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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?

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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 · 4 July 2016, 12:40 PM

Quote:

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 · 4 July 2016, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

Great pairing, I can see why you like them!

vman · 4 July 2016, 01:11 PM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 01:41 PM

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

brian89 · 4 July 2016, 02:10 PM

Get a wg sub and sell the bracelet

WristEnvy · 4 July 2016, 03:18 PM

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

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Baco Noir · 4 July 2016, 03:20 PM

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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 · 4 July 2016, 03:24 PM

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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?

+1

4 July 2016, 05:27 AM	#32
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	Big Fan of the Aquanaut 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? Attached Images

4 July 2016, 08:53 AM	#39
Snow-Dweller 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,490	Rolex for me any day of the week. __________________ . ”Knowing yourself is the beginning of all WISdom” - Aristotle ———————-—————————————————-—————————— . 16803. 14060M. 16570. 114300. 126000. GMW-B5000D.

4 July 2016, 08:17 AM	#36
UmichNJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 441	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. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 July 2016, 08:27 AM	#37
brmeyers "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Bryant Location: Florida Watch: ...Your Thoughts Posts: 2,171	My vote is for RG YM. Most likely an incoming for me this week.

4 July 2016, 08:30 AM	#38
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,162	YM all day!!! For starters, it looks better. Next, gold!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 July 2016, 09:01 AM	#40
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,977	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.

4 July 2016, 09:11 AM	#42
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,950	I guess I'm partial to Aquanauts

4 July 2016, 09:11 AM	#43
Vaxe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Austin TX Posts: 2,121	I prefer Nautilus over 116655 over Aquanaut

4 July 2016, 10:32 AM	#49
RolexxxeloR Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Mario Location: Westland, MI Posts: 481	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.

4 July 2016, 11:53 AM	#51
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I would take a 5167. I actually like that PP a lot!

4 July 2016, 01:41 PM	#56
Eacast "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Eddie Location: panama Watch: Rolex Posts: 211	Both are beautiful watches but my vote and money would go to the RG Yachtmaster, stunning piece.

4 July 2016, 02:10 PM	#57
brian89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: qc Posts: 240	Get a wg sub and sell the bracelet

4 July 2016, 03:18 PM	#58
WristEnvy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ray Location: Berkeley, CA Watch: IG @watch.kakashi Posts: 2,579	^^^ because everyone is in the market for a wg bracelet Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk

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