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26 July 2019, 03:40 AM
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Thoughts on the 5168G-001
Simple question: Any love for this aquanaut (talking about the blue not the green) or in that price range something else should/could be considered?
Thanks for your feedbacks. T |
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26 July 2019, 03:46 AM
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Yes I love it. Gorgeous dial. For me the 5164/A must be considered.
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26 July 2019, 03:49 AM
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26 July 2019, 04:05 AM
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26 July 2019, 04:13 AM
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Go for it.....!!!
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26 July 2019, 04:21 AM
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Does it seem like a 40K watch? Not to me but I think it looks great.
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26 July 2019, 04:32 AM
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26 July 2019, 05:03 AM
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One of the most beautiful Patek’s imo. I prefer it over the 64a, which I find a bit too thick compared to the 68. But many people feel the 68a wears too flat...
Recently tried the green 68a, and blue is definitely nicer. |
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26 July 2019, 03:10 PM
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The 5168G is really nice...
That blue dial really shines. I've had one on, and I would say, even though it is 42mm, it wears really well, even if you don't have a large wrist.
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22 September 2019, 05:05 AM
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 Just love this watch. |
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22 September 2019, 05:15 AM
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5168 over 5164 for me. But a steel 5167 over all of them as it’s a sports watch.
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23 September 2019, 10:53 AM
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It’s fantastic
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23 October 2019, 03:09 PM
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I know from lurking that most are against paying over retail, and I appreciate that point of view. I’ve eyed this watch since it came out and just love it. I’ve been offered $52,000 for a 2017 example full set unworn. I can face the facts I’m not getting any in-demand PP at retail, so gray is my only viable option.
Thoughts? I’m trying to reason that it’s only a $10k premium over MSRP + Tax. |
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24 October 2019, 12:21 AM
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If I wanted that piece , 52k would be a great buy - offer them 50k and pay by amx. Whatever you do NO wire transfer! James in San Antonio Tx
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24 October 2019, 12:44 AM
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Love 5167, and no scratches so far and I wear it every day.
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24 October 2019, 12:45 AM
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It’s a gorgeous piece. I know DavidSW has one listed for $59K. If you could get it for $52K it’s a pretty darn good deal. This watch will always be in demand and it looks so much better than the khaki green version.
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24 October 2019, 01:14 AM
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I am a fan of the 5168G - I like how it is a larger 42mm compared to the 40mm other aquanauts. I hope to get a 5168G (blue) or 5968 (orange!) one day!
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24 October 2019, 01:59 AM
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$52k for a LNIB seems like a really good deal. David's "very good" condition you can see some wear and market price seems to hover around $60k.
Love the watch. The WG adds a little weight to a very light watch. Dial is among the best color I've seen and wears very slim for a 42mm watch. 
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24 October 2019, 02:25 AM
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My favorite Aquanaut by far.
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24 October 2019, 03:01 AM
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Looks unnecessarily inflated to me
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24 October 2019, 03:53 AM
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Seems like a fair deal. They are rare, ADs get very few of those. The dial is amazing, and I like the size, despite my small wrist. The 5065 and 5168 are my favourite Aquas. I don’t wear my 5167 very much. Just feels less special imo.
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24 October 2019, 04:18 AM
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The ADs in the UK only get 1 piece per year They are gorgeous watches and wear very well |
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24 October 2019, 04:54 AM
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Really appreciate all of the input. Thank you so much! I'll let you know if I pull the trigger!
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24 October 2019, 01:15 PM
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I think the blue dial is beautiful!! I thought 42mm would be too large, but when I got to try one, it seemed very nice.
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1 November 2019, 08:43 AM
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I did end up pulling the trigger on this one and I'm over the moon. To see a grail watch on your own wrist is definitely a nice feeling!!
Of course, I'd be happier if I walked into an AD and got this, but I got a very fair deal given the state of the market and I don't think I'm too exposed even when that "correction" decides to hit. Thanks all for their input along the way! |
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1 November 2019, 09:13 AM
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Congrats! Love that blue.
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1 November 2019, 10:17 AM
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Wow! Congrats!
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1 November 2019, 11:24 AM
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Congrats!!
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1 November 2019, 11:04 PM
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Just picked up the green, it’s a good size!
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1 November 2019, 11:29 PM
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That ASMR you get when putting on a grail watch is indeed indescribable. Congrats and welcome to the Aquanaut Club, an exclusive group of Patek sports lovers.
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