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Kadhytia · 8 December 2014, 08:40 AM

Should I trade in my Diver (SS) for an SS Aquanaut?

Rusty888 · 8 December 2014, 08:46 AM

Yes

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red1108nyc · 8 December 2014, 08:47 AM

Yes Sir!

Kadhytia · 8 December 2014, 08:49 AM

Anyone have comparison pics?

Hairdude1 · 8 December 2014, 08:51 AM

Even trade?

Andrés G · 8 December 2014, 08:53 AM

Two very different watches. I wouldn't do it.

Kadhytia · 8 December 2014, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hairdude1

Even trade?

No another 4-5 k

Spencer · 8 December 2014, 08:55 AM

Such different watches.

Keep the Diver, save up for a Nautilus

Spencer · 8 December 2014, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kadhytia

No another 4-5 k

Absolutely not IMO. To each there own but I don't like the Aquanaut at all. That being said not overly in love with the Diver, which I have previously owned as well.

Hairdude1 · 8 December 2014, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kadhytia

No another 4-5 k

Ok then, Remember two massively different watches. I wouldn't

WAK4 · 8 December 2014, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kadhytia

No another 4-5 k

That seems steep to me assuming both are complete, similar condition etc.

Is that bracelet or rubber strap for Aquanaut?

As for the idea in general depends on your usage. Where/how would you wear? Tshirts or sweatshirts then Diver. Button down shirts then aquanaut since it fits under cuffs better. What is your Wrist size?

That's my general line of thinking...does one appeal to you more in general?

lipjin · 8 December 2014, 10:06 AM

I prefer the diver to the aquanaut so not for me!

dchang81 · 8 December 2014, 10:57 AM

The price spread makes sense, used divers go for around 12k-ish, 5167's for 17k-ish. Been having the debate regarding my black themes model for an aquanaut. I have a smaller wrist and find the aquanaut a better fit, but when I wear the AP I remember why I got it in the first place. More than likely will just save up for the aquanaut, I'm planning on keeping it forever as a daily user. If you get clarity on your plan let me know, since i've been hemming and hawing for months.

HL65 · 8 December 2014, 11:27 AM

Yes

zapped · 8 December 2014, 11:34 AM

+1

plus the top up seem steep for the trade

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spencer

Such different watches.

Keep the Diver, save up for a Nautilus

scrappy · 8 December 2014, 11:54 AM

No.

sturgeon123456 · 8 December 2014, 01:28 PM

IF you don't like the diver anymore then sure. But if you like the diver then no.

redsubby · 8 December 2014, 01:40 PM

How does the Diver fit your wrist? Keep in mind the Aquanaut is a much smaller watch on the wrist. I would only consider it if it's not too small on you and if it came with steel bracelet.

sturgeon123456 · 8 December 2014, 01:59 PM

One more point to add.

In my personal opinion the AP is much more aesthetically pleasing and substantial.

Audemars Piguet · 8 December 2014, 04:29 PM

Never

lapince · 8 December 2014, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kadhytia

No another 4-5 k

Yes without the slightest doubt… But maybe add a little and wait to get a 5711? I have the 5712 and it's my all time favorite watch

lapince · 8 December 2014, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redsubby

How does the Diver fit your wrist? Keep in mind the Aquanaut is a much smaller watch on the wrist. I would only consider it if it's not too small on you and if it came with steel bracelet.

NO the Aquanaut steel bracelet is awful, much better on strap

zama · 8 December 2014, 07:11 PM

Up to you, I went with the Aquanaut when given the choice, then added the RO

simongpaez · 9 December 2014, 01:32 AM

I did the exact trade and I don't regret it a bit, you have to see the Aquanaut in person to really appreciate it, I would say go for it.

cervantes · 9 December 2014, 01:38 AM

Contemplating one of the two right now. Was originally going to go for a 5711, but they are impossible to find now. Tried on the ROO Diver, which is the only offshore I like - it wears very large but still comfortable.

Only got to try on the Aquanaut on the bracelet which I didn't like at all. I think that watch is made for that strap.

Resale is considerably better on the Patek and the Diver is definitely scratch-prone I hear from friends of mine that have it. I also seem to find a lot of people selling the diver, whiles the Aquanaut stays a keeper.

The diver will compete with other divers I have (rolex, JLC, Omega, tudor) though with its unique design aesthetic, while the Aquanaut seems to fill its own niche.

Tough call..

Spencer · 9 December 2014, 04:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cervantes

Contemplating one of the two right now. Was originally going to go for a 5711, but they are impossible to find now. Tried on the ROO Diver, which is the only offshore I like - it wears very large but still comfortable.

Only got to try on the Aquanaut on the bracelet which I didn't like at all. I think that watch is made for that strap.

Resale is considerably better on the Patek and the Diver is definitely scratch-prone I hear from friends of mine that have it. I also seem to find a lot of people selling the diver, whiles the Aquanaut stays a keeper.

The diver will compete with other divers I have (rolex, JLC, Omega, tudor) though with its unique design aesthetic, while the Aquanaut seems to fill its own niche.

Tough call..

Even though I am not a fan of the Aquanaut (GET A 5711!), I think this is a very good take an valid points.

As I mentioned I had the Diver, and I "liked it", really didn't love it, hence I sold it, but to each their own. Straight up, it would be hard to pass on the Aquanaut strictly because it is a Patek, but considering the fact that you have to pony up about $5k, I don't really like it that deal.

ralpie · 9 December 2014, 04:28 AM

Do it

cervantes · 9 December 2014, 04:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spencer

Even though I am not a fan of the Aquanaut (GET A 5711!), I think this is a very good take an valid points.

As I mentioned I had the Diver, and I "liked it", really didn't love it, hence I sold it, but to each their own. Straight up, it would be hard to pass on the Aquanaut strictly because it is a Patek, but considering the fact that you have to pony up about $5k, I don't really like it that deal.

What did you feel was missing?

B. Doggy · 9 December 2014, 06:11 AM

Not for me. I prefer the 5711 over the Aquanaut...

scrappy · 9 December 2014, 06:15 AM

It's personal preference, but my ceramic diver gets 10x more wrist time than my 5711. If funds allow, grab a 5980 instead.

8 December 2014, 08:40 AM	#1
Kadhytia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal & Jakarta Watch: ROLEX, AP, and PP Posts: 916	AP Diver trade for Aquanaut Should I trade in my Diver (SS) for an SS Aquanaut?

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Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Even trade? __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

8 December 2014, 08:55 AM	#8
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	Such different watches. Keep the Diver, save up for a Nautilus __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

8 December 2014, 10:06 AM	#12
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	I prefer the diver to the aquanaut so not for me! __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

8 December 2014, 11:27 AM	#14
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8 December 2014, 08:46 AM	#2
Rusty888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Shaun Location: Australia Watch: GMT IIc BLNR Posts: 363	Yes Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

8 December 2014, 08:47 AM	#3
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,514	Yes Sir!

8 December 2014, 08:49 AM	#4
Kadhytia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal & Jakarta Watch: ROLEX, AP, and PP Posts: 916	Anyone have comparison pics?

8 December 2014, 08:53 AM	#6
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	Two very different watches. I wouldn't do it.

8 December 2014, 10:57 AM	#13
dchang81 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,208	The price spread makes sense, used divers go for around 12k-ish, 5167's for 17k-ish. Been having the debate regarding my black themes model for an aquanaut. I have a smaller wrist and find the aquanaut a better fit, but when I wear the AP I remember why I got it in the first place. More than likely will just save up for the aquanaut, I'm planning on keeping it forever as a daily user. If you get clarity on your plan let me know, since i've been hemming and hawing for months.

8 December 2014, 11:54 AM	#16
scrappy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 623	No.

8 December 2014, 01:28 PM	#17
sturgeon123456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 2,551	IF you don't like the diver anymore then sure. But if you like the diver then no.

8 December 2014, 01:40 PM	#18
redsubby "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Henry Location: TW/SoCal Posts: 1,632	How does the Diver fit your wrist? Keep in mind the Aquanaut is a much smaller watch on the wrist. I would only consider it if it's not too small on you and if it came with steel bracelet.

8 December 2014, 01:59 PM	#19
sturgeon123456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 2,551	One more point to add. In my personal opinion the AP is much more aesthetically pleasing and substantial.

8 December 2014, 04:29 PM	#20
Audemars Piguet "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Alex Location: Europe Watch: AP Posts: 5,252	Never

8 December 2014, 07:11 PM	#23
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,809	Up to you, I went with the Aquanaut when given the choice, then added the RO __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

9 December 2014, 01:32 AM	#24
simongpaez "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Simon Location: Houston Watch: Some Posts: 1,109	I did the exact trade and I don't regret it a bit, you have to see the Aquanaut in person to really appreciate it, I would say go for it.

9 December 2014, 01:38 AM	#25
cervantes "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: East and West Posts: 1,894	Contemplating one of the two right now. Was originally going to go for a 5711, but they are impossible to find now. Tried on the ROO Diver, which is the only offshore I like - it wears very large but still comfortable. Only got to try on the Aquanaut on the bracelet which I didn't like at all. I think that watch is made for that strap. Resale is considerably better on the Patek and the Diver is definitely scratch-prone I hear from friends of mine that have it. I also seem to find a lot of people selling the diver, whiles the Aquanaut stays a keeper. The diver will compete with other divers I have (rolex, JLC, Omega, tudor) though with its unique design aesthetic, while the Aquanaut seems to fill its own niche. Tough call..

9 December 2014, 04:28 AM	#27
ralpie 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Ral P Location: Northeast Posts: 2,422	Do it

9 December 2014, 06:11 AM	#29
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Not for me. I prefer the 5711 over the Aquanaut... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

9 December 2014, 06:15 AM	#30
scrappy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 623	It's personal preference, but my ceramic diver gets 10x more wrist time than my 5711. If funds allow, grab a 5980 instead.

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