This is HOT HOT HOT 5170P

[toucan]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Huge congrats!

[mnl]

Originally Posted by sensui

Thanks guys (especially Steve..he was instrumental in enabling and providing first hand experience with the watch before I saw it lol). Like Steve says..Insanely beautiful in all lighting..I couldn't stop staring at it at the supermarket tonight.

There's just no other sunburst that behaves this way..it fades from blue to black in multiple directions pending on angle and ever so subtly changes back and forth. Just wow.

Whoa, congrats!!! That is jaw dropping, what an awesome looking watch.

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Super congrats. It really is a stunning piece.

[mps354]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Huge congrats and great pic!

[Chiboy]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Damn, that's gorgeous! I always thought it was an average looking watch that ny2la just took good pictures of! But I guess it's the watch!

In all seriousness, that is a beautiful watch. Probably my favorite Patek.

[Trek737]

Originally Posted by sensui

Thanks guys (especially Steve..he was instrumental in enabling and providing first hand experience with the watch before I saw it lol). Like Steve says..Insanely beautiful in all lighting..I couldn't stop staring at it at the supermarket tonight.



There's just no other sunburst that behaves this way..it fades from blue to black in multiple directions pending on angle and ever so subtly changes back and forth. Just wow.

Wow... Just an incredible looking watch... You did well!!!

If you get some time tell us the story about choosing this model and did it take a long time to acquire it...

[raclaims]

Very nice pix but I still cannot get over the diamond begets. I've tried it on in person and it's just not for me. Wish the wife liked it then I could take it for a spin here and there but no dice. Great pix tho

[onmyhand]

A different shot in the sunlight.

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[Basel_World]

Absolut dream watch!

[nycpassat]

This piece is really growing on me. Handled one in person at an AD over the weekend and it wears well. The blue gradient is something pretty special. Congrats to those whose recently acquired one.

[sensui]

Originally Posted by raclaims

Very nice pix but I still cannot get over the diamond begets. I've tried it on in person and it's just not for me. Wish the wife liked it then I could take it for a spin here and there but no dice. Great pix tho

I'm sure it's not for everyone. One thing I will absolutely vouch for is I was deciding between the diamond baguette version of the Platona and the regular one and the regular Platona won by a mile for me when comparing them side by side. I am not a diamond guy @ all. I wasn't totally convinced from pictures (although gorgeous from Steve/nyc2la) but when I saw the watch in person....it was clearly a non-issue for me. My wife also concurred she couldn't even tell it had diamonds as markers until I pointed it out. It fits very well and is extremely subtle.

Originally Posted by onmyhand

A different shot in the sunlight.

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Very beautiful! Wear in good health!

Originally Posted by Trek737

Wow... Just an incredible looking watch... You did well!!!

If you get some time tell us the story about choosing this model and did it take a long time to acquire it...

Unfortunately as much as I wish for a romantic story like some with their watch acquisitions.....it just wasn't that dramatic hah. Basically I've been eyeing the watch for months and asking around (especially talking with nyc2la) for information/living vicariously......during which what sealed the deal was the video comparison between a Speedmaster and the 5170 from Patek.....it astounded me what detail they went through to achieve this movement in house and to be able to reduce the thinness to something so sleek/wearable was the deciding factor for me over the datograph (which I was also heavily drawn to comparing chronographs on this level). It was funny because this is right after I swore up and down I didn't need such a fancy chronograph coming from more sporty choices like the Speedmaster and Daytonas.

After the decision was made.....one fateful day I saw an instagram from one of my buddies that's a grey seller and I immediately messaged him and made a deal. Rest was just timing of payment and making things happen....and now I am just all smiles ear and ear entering the Patek arena. Won't be the last unfortunately for my wallet. Glad to be part of the family!

[RussW]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Wow, congrats, the 5170p is such a beautiful watch.

[Hermann]

I also think that this watch is amazing.
Therefore I let go a few other watches.... reduced to the max

Has somebody an idea where I can get this watch in europe?

[Chiboy]

Originally Posted by sensui

I'm sure it's not for everyone. One thing I will absolutely vouch for is I was deciding between the diamond baguette version of the Platona and the regular one and the regular Platona won by a mile for me when comparing them side by side. I am not a diamond guy @ all. I wasn't totally convinced from pictures (although gorgeous from Steve/nyc2la) but when I saw the watch in person....it was clearly a non-issue for me. My wife also concurred she couldn't even tell it had diamonds as markers until I pointed it out. It fits very well and is extremely subtle.



Very beautiful! Wear in good health!



Unfortunately as much as I wish for a romantic story like some with their watch acquisitions.....it just wasn't that dramatic hah. Basically I've been eyeing the watch for months and asking around (especially talking with nyc2la) for information/living vicariously......during which what sealed the deal was the video comparison between a Speedmaster and the 5170 from Patek.....it astounded me what detail they went through to achieve this movement in house and to be able to reduce the thinness to something so sleek/wearable was the deciding factor for me over the datograph (which I was also heavily drawn to comparing chronographs on this level). It was funny because this is right after I swore up and down I didn't need such a fancy chronograph coming from more sporty choices like the Speedmaster and Daytonas.

After the decision was made.....one fateful day I saw an instagram from one of my buddies that's a grey seller and I immediately messaged him and made a deal. Rest was just timing of payment and making things happen....and now I am just all smiles ear and ear entering the Patek arena. Won't be the last unfortunately for my wallet. Glad to be part of the family!

Re - platinum Daytonas. The diamond version is beautiful. The only issue for me is that the subrings are "tone on tone" so they are really subtle. I like a chrono to look like a chrono.

Re - subtle baguettes in 5170P. It's funny: we get platinum that "flies under the radar" because it looks from a distance like stainless. We get diamonds only if you hardly notice they are there.

[HL65]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Congrats my friend it is a stunner! Had it on my wrist last week and loved it!

[AK797]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Wow, many congrats my friend, that is a stunning entry into PP! Supermarket lighting can sharpen up your watch pics no doubt.

[MrPorter_008]

5170P is beautiful!

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Hermann

I also think that this watch is amazing.
Therefore I let go a few other watches.... reduced to the max

Has somebody an idea where I can get this watch in europe?

my AD has one for sale. you can PM me if interested.

[tng11]

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

Wow, huge congratulations! I am so happy for you, after having read your woes of seeking out a Nautilus.

That's really entering the Patek world with a bang! You really don't mess around! I am really interested in hearing more about your journey to the 5170P - it is a dream piece of mine.

[soran]

Originally Posted by subtona

Liking this.

Dial is balanced nicely with the subtle changes since the beginning of the reference.
The metal I've been longing for,
Truly My favorite choice of hands...

But on closer inspections ... are those diamond markers
seriously, diamond markers...

im just not a diamond marker kind of guy.

Baguette diamond markers are very nice. A first they look like normal sticks but when you look again..top

[Calatrava r]

Diamonds are forever.

[Sam Philip]

Originally Posted by Hermann

I also think that this watch is amazing.
Therefore I let go a few other watches.... reduced to the max

Has somebody an idea where I can get this watch in europe?

Wempe in London had one 2 weeks ago.

[SL BRABUS]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Very beautiful shot! And congrats for buying such a great piece!

Do consider a new thread for your purchase story. This watch deserves one!

Originally Posted by Trek737

Wow... Just an incredible looking watch... You did well!!!

If you get some time tell us the story about choosing this model and did it take a long time to acquire it...

+3....^^^.... Ditto.... This watch should have an incoming thread of it own...... But know brother John he like to be low key.....

Originally Posted by sensui

My first...finally joined the Patek family officially. After a lot of enabling and a lot of gawking.....opportunity came up and decided this is the first. Pictures do no justice to the watch (though very photogenic) and everything nyc2la preaches is all true. The watch is to die for in every way.

"Hi" brother John......

Congratulations.....!!!

My wife & I so happy for you...!!!...

Glad you didn't settle for the 5711 and went with the flagship Patek 5170P...

Next thing you know you will get a call form your AD regarding the 5711.....

Best Regards,
Tony&Vall

[eviperman]

It's a beautiful watch and I've now decided to get one after trying it on in Geneva :) For me, more beautiful than the 5270P :)

Anyone know what a "good" price for a new 5170P is at the moment?

Thanks!

[sensui]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Very beautiful shot! And congrats for buying such a great piece!

Do consider a new thread for your purchase story. This watch deserves one!

Thank you again. As others have mentioned, I'm not big on incoming threads for myself for some reason heh. Maybe taking inspiration from some of my buddies that are more incognito (like one of them congratulating me here lol).

Originally Posted by nyc2la

There it is!! Big congrats, John! Wear and enjoy in the best of health.

Couldn't have done it without your insight/advice Steve. Thanks again and we need to grab a drink/bite to eat next time we're within vicinity!

Originally Posted by 5Zigen

Gorgeous, congrats!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by onmyhand

Congratulations! I believe you're one of a very few whose first patek is not a natilus, in this forum.
But I can guess why. This is a very beautiful watch and what with Stephen's enabling,
one couldn't really resist.
Enjoy your wearing.

Yeah. I will admit seeing the 5711 on my buddy's wrist was what started the Patek obsession.....then researching/reading about the brand more and more made me appreciate their watchmaking in complications/grand complications. I think the 5170p being their 1st in house chrono. movement in response to Lange's Datograph along with the beauty of the watch itself is a combination hard to resist.....it simply is THAT good. Thanks!

Originally Posted by ap1

Omg

Your turn coming up soon A? Thanks!

Originally Posted by toucan

Huge congrats!

Thanks for your kind comment!

Originally Posted by mnl

Whoa, congrats!!! That is jaw dropping, what an awesome looking watch.

It really is.....I can't stop looking at it whenever light conditions change to see what the sunburst dial does! Thanks!

Originally Posted by Russell996

Super congrats. It really is a stunning piece.

Definitely one of the best looking Pateks right now on the market IMO. In person it's a showstopper.

Originally Posted by mps354

Huge congrats and great pic!

Thanks I'm learning how to take nicer shots from guys like nyc2la. He's the master enabler for the 5170p!

Originally Posted by Chiboy

Damn, that's gorgeous! I always thought it was an average looking watch that ny2la just took good pictures of! But I guess it's the watch!

In all seriousness, that is a beautiful watch. Probably my favorite Patek.

Thanks buddy. It really is hard to take a bad picture of this one.

Originally Posted by Trek737

Wow... Just an incredible looking watch... You did well!!!

If you get some time tell us the story about choosing this model and did it take a long time to acquire it...

I told the quick version of the story earlier. I think it went from 0-40 when I first saw Steve's pictures....then I kept fighting my own instincts saying I don't need a dress chrono. with all the Daytonas and Speedmasters I have.....then the video comparison between Speedmaster and 5170p took me to 70....and when I saw the watch IRL from my seller I was head over heels way over 100. It really is that good. Do not wait to see this in person all that is on the fence/curious. Thanks for your kind comment!

Originally Posted by raclaims

Very nice pix but I still cannot get over the diamond begets. I've tried it on in person and it's just not for me. Wish the wife liked it then I could take it for a spin here and there but no dice. Great pix tho

Thanks for the kind comment. As I mentioned the diamond baguette is really subtle....no one would ever know IMO without staring at the dial up close.

Originally Posted by Basel_World

Absolut dream watch!

Dreams are meant to be realized! Go get em! Thanks.

Originally Posted by nycpassat

This piece is really growing on me. Handled one in person at an AD over the weekend and it wears well. The blue gradient is something pretty special. Congrats to those whose recently acquired one.

Thanks. Seeing it in person makes it so hard to resist!

Originally Posted by RussW

Wow, congrats, the 5170p is such a beautiful watch.

Certainly is! Nice to see the Patek veterans on board as well! Thanks!

Originally Posted by Chiboy

Re - platinum Daytonas. The diamond version is beautiful. The only issue for me is that the subrings are "tone on tone" so they are really subtle. I like a chrono to look like a chrono.

Re - subtle baguettes in 5170P. It's funny: we get platinum that "flies under the radar" because it looks from a distance like stainless. We get diamonds only if you hardly notice they are there.

Interesting right? I feel like it's a level of WIS one must go through on the journey....I'm all about being incognito now lol.

Originally Posted by HL65

Congrats my friend it is a stunner! Had it on my wrist last week and loved it!

Ken I somewhat know what you're holding out for. Look forward to that monster incoming down the line myself! Glad you liked this watch! Thanks!

Originally Posted by AK797

Wow, many congrats my friend, that is a stunning entry into PP! Supermarket lighting can sharpen up your watch pics no doubt.

For sure....and in all fairness this thing does well EVERYWHERE! Thanks Neil and keep sprinkling the 5711r bait lol!

Originally Posted by MrPorter_008

5170P is beautiful!

Yep, very stunning thanks!

Originally Posted by tng11

Wow, huge congratulations! I am so happy for you, after having read your woes of seeking out a Nautilus.

That's really entering the Patek world with a bang! You really don't mess around! I am really interested in hearing more about your journey to the 5170P - it is a dream piece of mine.

Thanks for your kind words. Funny you mention the Nautilus......when it rains it pours apparently lol. But yeah for me I'm far more into the complications/grand complications now. The sports models are nice but Patek's watchmaking is really on another level with the finishing/complications.

Originally Posted by soran

Baguette diamond markers are very nice. A first they look like normal sticks but when you look again..top

Indeed. That is exactly how these come off IRL. Thanks for commenting!

Originally Posted by SL BRABUS

+3....^^^.... Ditto.... This watch should have an incoming thread of it own...... But know brother John he like to be low key.....



"Hi" brother John......

Congratulations.....!!!

My wife & I so happy for you...!!!...

Glad you didn't settle for the 5711 and went with the flagship Patek 5170P...

Next thing you know you will get a call form your AD regarding the 5711.....

Best Regards,
Tony&Vall

Tony buddy! Thanks for the kind words. You are another main force behind buying this watch. Appreciate all the great insight and advice along the way. Finally it's here and time to enjoy! No calls from my local AD.....but the Nautilus thing well......secret will be out of the bag soon. Let's just say I'm getting my deposit back asap lol. Let's grab a drink next time you're in SD!

Thanks all again for the fine comments/complements. Another shot just because this watch looks awesome everywhere!

[mps354]

Your pics are amazing, and I know firsthand how convincing Steve can be!

[subtona]

Originally Posted by sensui

Finally it's here and time to enjoy! No calls from my local AD.....but the Nautilus thing well......secret will be out of the bag soon. Let's just say I'm getting my deposit back asap lol. Let's grab a drink next time you're in SD!

Thanks all again for the fine comments/complements. Another shot just because this watch looks awesome everywhere!

Super photogenic. Congrats on the beauty best balanced dial and a always useful bit of lime on the hands.

[nyc2la]

Originally Posted by mps354

Your pics are amazing, and I know firsthand how convincing Steve can be!

[Trek737]

Originally Posted by sensui

Unfortunately as much as I wish for a romantic story like some with their watch acquisitions.....it just wasn't that dramatic hah. Basically I've been eyeing the watch for months and asking around (especially talking with nyc2la) for information/living vicariously......during which what sealed the deal was the video comparison between a Speedmaster and the 5170 from Patek.....it astounded me what detail they went through to achieve this movement in house and to be able to reduce the thinness to something so sleek/wearable was the deciding factor for me over the datograph (which I was also heavily drawn to comparing chronographs on this level). It was funny because this is right after I swore up and down I didn't need such a fancy chronograph coming from more sporty choices like the Speedmaster and Daytonas.

After the decision was made.....one fateful day I saw an instagram from one of my buddies that's a grey seller and I immediately messaged him and made a deal. Rest was just timing of payment and making things happen....and now I am just all smiles ear and ear entering the Patek arena. Won't be the last unfortunately for my wallet. Glad to be part of the family!

Thanks for the story... Very interesting that the other two watches that were in the running was the Speedmaster and the Daytona.... To me the hands down winner is the 5170P....

To be honest I never really put those three in the same group as even though they are all chrono’s, I always thought the Patek was more of a dress watch and the others as sport watches.

But that’s why I like hearing about others thought process and the story behind their buying these great watches. Always something to learn.

My dream would be to own a Patek. The 5170P and / or the 5905P are two watches that I would love to own... But at their price point it may never happen or at best maybe one down the road.

You hit a home run with this purchase. Very happy for you on buying this incredible looking watch!

Again a big congrats!!

[sensui]

Originally Posted by Trek737

Thanks for the story... Very interesting that the other two watches that were in the running was the Speedmaster and the Daytona.... To me the hands down winner is the 5170P....

To be honest I never really put those three in the same group as even though they are all chrono’s, I always thought the Patek was more of a dress watch and the others as sport watches.

But that’s why I like hearing about others thought process and the story behind their buying these great watches. Always something to learn.

My dream would be to own a Patek. The 5170P and / or the 5905P are two watches that I would love to own... But at their price point it may never happen or at best maybe one down the road.

You hit a home run with this purchase. Very happy for you on buying this incredible looking watch!

Again a big congrats!!

Well......don't want to be misunderstood but the chronos that Patek and Lange make are definitely in a whole other world compared to Daytonas and Speedmasters. I just own my fair share of Speedies and Daytonas and didn't see the need to go to a dress chrono/next level until I discovered the 5170P. So I totally agree with your assessment and wish you the best of luck down the line acquiring one of these bad boys. Do take a good look @ the Datographs too from Lange as I was smitten with those as well....but the Patek is just SOOOOOO much more wearable for a small wrist like mine (6.375"). Thanks again!