How’s the prices on the PP dress watches?

[Murcielagoboy2]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

It’s that age old debate of changing trends ... people are less formal. When Goldman Sachs shifts from suit and tie to a business casual policy. U know dress watches are marked for death.


Case in point I wear shorts to work...no I’m not an IT guy

Dude - I honestly do NOT think that a watch with a strap would look out of place with shorts.
More generally, I don't think we need to tie dress code to "watch code" quite so tightly.

A 5070G looks fantastic with jeans and T.
A 5711R would work with a suit.

If you're wearing a TUX, then yes a simple black dial dress watch (even with a few diamonds) is ideal but I can't think of any other "correlations" which are quite so strong....


I think this sports watch thing is about showing off. The 80's are back. Bring back the Ferrari Testarossa!

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by Murcielagoboy2

Dude - I honestly do NOT think that a watch with a strap would look out of place with shorts.
More generally, I don't think we need to tie dress code to "watch code" quite so tightly.

A 5070G looks fantastic with jeans and T.
A 5711R would work with a suit.

If you're wearing a TUX, then yes a simple black dial dress watch (even with a few diamonds) is ideal but I can't think of any other "correlations" which are quite so strong....


I think this sports watch thing is about showing off. The 80's are back. Bring back the Ferrari Testarossa!

I’m exaggerating a bit. I still like the watches with straps... I’m just pointing out the declining trend. Patek makes 80/20 dress/sports, needs to reverse...
aP rolex and RM significantly more the reverse...

I don’t hate the 80’s....was going to buy a testarossa but the wife won’t let me buy that neither

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

I’m exaggerating a bit. I still like the watches with straps... I’m just pointing out the declining trend. Patek makes 80/20 dress/sports, needs to reverse...
aP rolex and RM significantly more the reverse...

I don’t hate the 80’s....was going to buy a testarossa but the wife won’t let me buy that neither

there wife is right:::))) better buy a modern ferrari.

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by pam66

there wife is right:::))) better buy a modern ferrari.

Which one did u have? And which porsche again

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Which one did u have? And which porsche again

i had a 458 italia and a 458 speciale, both gone. then a porsche 991 GT3RS. also gone. now thinking of F8 Tributo or -to be sustainable - a porsche taycan. to fit my PPs of course:::)))

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by pam66

i had a 458 italia and a 458 speciale, both gone. then a porsche 991 GT3RS. also gone. now thinking of F8 Tributo or -to be sustainable - a porsche taycan. to fit my PPs of course:::)))

Good thing those are fast cars.... our friends tell me u walk slow... good offset

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by pam66

458 speciale, 991 GT3RS

[Murcielagoboy2]

Originally Posted by pam66

there wife is right:::))) better buy a modern ferrari.

I am not a fan of a lot of modern Ferraris. They've become caricatures of themselves - stripes, enormous badges, dreadful colour schemes, and either overstyled or ungainly looking. The new V8's sound worse than vacuum cleaners and the electronics do the driving for you. Tacky and dull IMO.

In watch terms, give me a Patek 3970 over an AP ROO every day of the week.....

Apologies if I've offended any owners in here. Just my meaningless 2p.

[Murcielagoboy2]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

I’m exaggerating a bit. I still like the watches with straps... I’m just pointing out the declining trend. Patek makes 80/20 dress/sports, needs to reverse...
aP rolex and RM significantly more the reverse...

I don’t hate the 80’s....was going to buy a testarossa but the wife won’t let me buy that neither

Ninja my friend, if they reverse, they'll become a one watch company. Like AP.

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by Murcielagoboy2

Ninja my friend, if they reverse, they'll become a one watch company. Like AP.

Lol u saw the the orange aquanaut, the blue, the green, oh the red. And the steel pilot ? Lol :)
Oh and the dozen nautilus’ lol


I jest but with some truth...

And the steel calatrava

[MadSpaniard]

Regarding dress/strap watches with casual wear, short sleeves, shorts, etc... it's not what you wear, it's how you wear it.

Natural cool and gracious style always look good, no matter what you've got on your wrist. But lack thereof won't be salvaged by an expensive sports watch. In fact, the expensive sports watch will only compound the glaring deficit.

You make the watch, it doesn't make you.

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by MadSpaniard

Regarding dress/strap watches with casual wear, short sleeves, shorts, etc... it's not what you wear, it's how you wear it.

Natural cool and gracious style always look good, no matter what you've got on your wrist. But lack thereof won't be salvaged by an expensive sports watch. In fact, the expensive sports watch will only compound the glaring deficit.

You make the watch, it doesn't make you.

One day I’m going to post a pic with short shorts :)

Good morning buddy

[MadSpaniard]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

One day I’m going to post a pic with short shorts :)

Good morning buddy

Short shorts and your awesome 5711/1R - that’s post-doctorate level cool right there.

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Good thing those are fast cars.... our friends tell me u walk slow... good offset

he walked fast because of his urge to get to a bar. i tried to point out the sights of the city. in vain, well you know dane....

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Russell996

speciale > GT3RS :::))))

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by pam66

speciale > GT3RS :::))))

Difficult to beat the V8 road/track focused F cars.

[MadSpaniard]

Originally Posted by pam66

i had a 458 italia and a 458 speciale, both gone. then a porsche 991 GT3RS. also gone. now thinking of F8 Tributo or -to be sustainable - a porsche taycan. to fit my PPs of course:::)))

@pam66: congrats, those are some seriously great rides. I once had a Porsche 1989 Speedster for some 12 years or so, loved it. Now I'm looking forward to a day when all I need is a subway pass. And a few Pateks :-).

[startrolexendrolex]

Originally Posted by bearxj86

Be nice to be able to pick up some pieces at great discounts.



I for one would love to get a Dufourograph in the 20k range :)



Maybe a Chronometre Bleu at $15k

A CB for 15k will that will never happen.

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[David Lindsay]

Originally Posted by Josh1000

In.the UK you definitely cant get "offered" a 5131P or a 5231 and if you are able to get both, your standing with Rhone is such that a 5726 is a piece of cake!!! The 5131P has unofficially been discontinued so they not taking any new names. You can request either watch and Rhone will decide but as for the dealer having them to allocate, def not as far as I know. The 5131R is still strong. Look at the latest Sotheby Hong Kong sale prices. The 5131P has always been weaker due to its price point and of course the bracelet which splits desirability. I think it can be bought at circa $145k on the grey market.

You seem to know a lot about the UK distributor despite being in Amsterdam

PS - sorry I forgot you are Karl

[Humble michael]

No TR for me - love my Cali T - Can actually drive everyday -0-60 in 3.2 seconds. I have done many restorations of European cars , owned many Mercedes , Astons and Bentley’s, for me, today I want something I can enjoy w/o constant maintenance- no garage queens for me . Also I like not seeing myself coming and going on hi-way. James in San Antonio Tx:-)

[MadSpaniard]

Originally Posted by james272

No TR for me - love my Cali T - Can actually drive everyday -0-60 in 3.2 seconds. I have done many restorations of European cars , owned many Mercedes , Astons and Bentley’s, for me, today I want something I can enjoy w/o constant maintenance- no garage queens for me . Also I like not seeing myself coming and going on hi-way. James in San Antonio Tx:-)

Tremendous ride, for sure. BTW, what does "seeing yourself coming and going on highway" mean?

[Humble michael]

You don’t see them on every street corner- I like something not everybody has - like PP’s - ha! When I grow up though , I hope I can be like Ninja and have a few RM’s :-)

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by james272

You don’t see them on every street corner- I like something not everybody has - like PP’s - ha! When I grow up though , I hope I can be like Ninja and have a few RM’s :-)

Ninja doesn’t have a few Rm’s. I’m on a waitlist :)

[Humble michael]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Ninja doesn’t have a few Rm’s. I’m on a waitlist :)

Ha Jonathan- at least you made the list :-) Can’t wait time see incoming

[MadSpaniard]

Originally Posted by james272

You don’t see them on every street corner- I like something not everybody has - like PP’s - ha! When I grow up though , I hope I can be like Ninja and have a few RM’s :-)

Ah, thank you for clearing that up for me. BTW, don't go for a few RMs. Or even one. Stick with your awesome Ferrari's and Patek's, as befits a discerning man of substance, taste and style. :-)

Should you still feel the need to satisfy the RM itch, just look inside a box of Cheerios for the next best thing and spend the difference on a real watch. :-).

[JohnGT3RS]

Originally Posted by pam66

i had a 458 italia and a 458 speciale, both gone. then a porsche 991 GT3RS. also gone. now thinking of F8 Tributo or -to be sustainable - a porsche taycan. to fit my PPs of course:::)))

Bored with V8 and Flat 6? Try a V12 Ferrari. I let me friend drive my F12. He has to sell his 458 now. He is very sad. I couldn’t even come close to keeping up with him in my GT3 RS.

I drove a 488 on a track. I wasn’t really impressed. The 458 is more fun. I think the F8 will be way better. It looks better too.

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by JohnGT3RS

Bored with V8 and Flat 6? Try a V12 Ferrari. I let me friend drive my F12. He has to sell his 458 now. He is very sad. I couldn’t even come close to keeping up with him in my GT3 RS.

I drove a 488 on a track. I wasn’t really impressed. The 458 is more fun. I think the F8 will be way better. It looks better too.

V12 Ferrari is gorgeous, but too big for us little road Brits!

[JohnGT3RS]

Originally Posted by Russell996

V12 Ferrari is gorgeous, but too big for us little road Brits!

That can be a problem.

[Humble michael]

Originally Posted by MadSpaniard

Ah, thank you for clearing that up for me. BTW, don't go for a few RMs. Or even one. Stick with your awesome Ferrari's and Patek's, as befits a discerning man of substance, taste and style. :-)

Should you still feel the need to satisfy the RM itch, just look inside a box of Cheerios for the next best thing and spend the difference on a real watch. :-).

Ha Good one Mr Spaniard! Thanks for the note - me thinks you might be right on the RM ( don’t tell Ninja) :-)))