Opinion ROLEX PATEK

[plaj]

Hello everyone.
What do you think of this dilemma?
ROLEX YACHTMASTER 42 WHITE GOLD 226659
versus
PATEK PHILIPPE AQUANAUT 5167A-001 STEEL

I know one is white gold and the other is steel.
I have the opportunity to have a PATEK but I don't know if the money spent is worth as much for simple steel.
The ROLEX is gold, so in my opinion it's more prestigious and you can adjust the size, whereas on the PATEK you have to cut the strap.
I'd also like your opinion.

Sorry I can't put any pictures, I'll try later.

[Arid]

The Aquanaut was my first Patek so I’m somewhat biased. There are other attributes to consider besides material

[enjoythemusic]

Very, very different timepieces. So it's really a personal preference.

[jaychief]

Patek....

[MichelleP]

I previously owned a 5167 and just didn't do it for me. But it's about what you like.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Very, very different timepieces. So it's really a personal preference.

Agreed, can’t help you OP

[ScouseJim]

Originally Posted by plaj

Hello everyone.
What do you think of this dilemma?
ROLEX YACHTMASTER 42 WHITE GOLD 226659
versus
PATEK PHILIPPE AQUANAUT 5167A-001 STEEL

I know one is white gold and the other is steel.
I have the opportunity to have a PATEK but I don't know if the money spent is worth as much for simple steel.
The ROLEX is gold, so in my opinion it's more prestigious and you can adjust the size, whereas on the PATEK you have to cut the strap.
I'd also like your opinion.

Sorry I can't put any pictures, I'll try later.

It depends on how much you want to buy into the hype for the Aquanaut.

Personally, I love Patek's complicated watches and don't aspire to an Aquanaut. A quick search online (here in the UK) produces a 2019 Aquanaut for nearly double the cost of a new Yachtmaster 42 in white gold.

But it's your watch/money/choice...

[padi56]

Not a fan of most all the Patek range great movement's but just don't like there style not a huge fan of the YM either.They are very different watches so will leave the choice to yourself you are the only one that matters in choice of watches..

[travisb]

Personal preference. I'd stick with the YM on this one.

[Fleetlord]

Both

[Bxtek]

2 very comparable watches, both in looks and roughly the price. The Rolex is about $5K usd more, but that is maybe because it IS white gold? Patek is steel, but of course has the brand name "tax" so to speak. You mentioned that the Rolex is more prestigious because of the PM, but the name Patek also gains some points on the prestige scale?
Both have rubber straps and both have date complications. Honestly it comes down to which one you like the look of more.

As for the straps, I think that would be a non issue? True, you need to cut the straps on the Patek, but the Rolex OF has special length ones that they give you when you take delivery of the piece. In both cases, it's a "one and done" sizing so to speak. If your wrist size changes, new straps are the only option. The Rolex has a Glidelock, so at least there's some sort of limited built in adjustment. I'm not sure if the Patek has a microadjustment feature at all?

There is no right or wrong answer here. If you haven't had the opportunity to try on both, I would do that and see what you think. For me personally, neither one of those "sing" to me. Both are great watches though! Best of luck on whichever you decide.

[ExplorerI]

5167 doesn’t really do it for me. I’d take a 5164 any day though.

YM doesn’t really do it for me either. I’d rather have a gold daytona on rubber at that price point.

[HMHM]

I would say a PM Rolex on OF is a lot of value for a watch, comparing to the 5167…

[Gva1985]

Maybe out of topic but I would rather pick a rose or white gold Aquanaut, best of both worlds imho

[gamingdoctor]

I think the patek is ugly. If it weren't for the brand name I would dismiss it instantly.

[nighthawk77]

I'd lean towards Patek in this instance. I think it's slightly more elegant and nicer design.

Here in the UK, compared to the YM the Patek is also over 30% lower cost at MSRP, but almost twice as expensive on the secondary market. Assuming you're buying from an AD, it will be easy to swap out for the YM if you decide you don't like it.

[bullies]

At retail - Patek
At grey - Rolex

I have the 40mm Rose YM and love it and I’ve been wanting a PP, but unwilling to pay grey prices.

[Calatrava r]

Cannot speak to the YM, but there is not much to the 5167. As stated, but for the Patek name on the dial, who knows how popular it would be. Patek's strength to me is in their complications and rare arts.

[mikea]

I’ve had the WG YM 42 for about a year now and can say with conviction it’s spectacular! I’ve not handled that Patek but much of the detail and differentiation comes with the fit and finish of the bracelets. Being these are both on rubber straps I would lean toward the YM

[PenDelicate]

Patek.

I am a child of hype.

[jamesbondOO7]

Rolex usually make good-looking watches. I have yet to see a good-looking Patek.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by gamingdoctor

I think the patek is ugly. If it weren't for the brand name I would dismiss it instantly.

My sentiments, exactly. I don’t get the hype around any PP. so, YM would be my choice.

Kat


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[Hardtimes]

I LOVE many Pateks but not that model, so the choice would be easy for me

[Pop Art Suzy]

Go for the YM. Not a fan of Patek, so I prefer the Rolex YM.

[DavidSB]

My 5167a gets the most wrist time and I wore it daily for 7 years. At 40x8.1 mm it's light, comfortable and less of a wrist statement to most but WIS, that's a plus for me. Great lume. The strap is not adjustable but if cut 1 notch long it's never a wrist swelling problem. The straps seem to last forever and new ones cost about $250. I take my watches on/ off throughout the day and clasp is great and opens/closes easily with side push buttons. Some say it's a scratch magnet and the sharp bezel edge can get dings but it has not been a problem with the same care I give my Rolexes. I can't comment on cost and value but follow the common advice and try on both.

[codecow]

Strap used to be $400. Just buy another one.

[kieselguhr]

Not keen on Aquanaut/Nautilus. Now if it was between the YM and a RO/ROO… I would probably lean towards the AP.

[plaj]

Thank you for The opinions
Joyeux Noël !

[geoach]

Patek the magnificent movement, the case is complex, and the hand finishing. Rolex it's gold.

[Krash]

5167a. It’s not even close.


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