Audemars Piguet

asg
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I understand....

I do.  But the two pieces are different. 

The RO Perpetual is an ultra slim bracelet watch.  It is not a "sport" watch - it is a watch which can be worn sporty, casual or with a jacket and tie.  Its a RO, the design (to me and I own nautilus variants too) is more classic and has a better style and look to me than the Nautilus.  I find the dial to be very clean and crisp, one which I admire.  The movement is impecable, 2120 caliber.  The feel of the RO on the wrist is that of a truly manly and comfortable watch. 

The RO is not for sport at all.  I wouldnt wear it near water.  I wouldnt wear it in the water.  I also have a number of other "Beater" watches which I wear for sport activities or swimming. 

The 5980 is a Patek.  It contains a wonderful movement.  The black dial variant is very good looking to me - however, Who needs a $40K chronograph on a SS bracelet?  This is the question I have asked myself.  An Offshore does the same thing at half price.  And, at least I dont mind beating up my offshore a little here and there.  The 5980 is a Patek.  I also have a 5960 so, to me the auto chrono function from PP is well handled in that watch. 

If it were me, and I am assuming that you own other dressier watches, and that the AP will not be your "only" fine watch - I would say go for the trade.  Obviously, the 5980 is not doing it for you, even though its a Patek.  That is ok.  It happens.  If you are not happy with the watch, and dont want to reach for it - let it go. 

Now, if the 5980 is your only PP, and the rest of your collection is Daytona's - I get it, and I'd say keep the patek.  As long as you understand that the RO, if you are buying new, you are overpaying and the PP, well, its a Patek. 

Was that helpful at all? 

Either way - you have the type of problems I wish everyone had

Good Luck -

asg