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A lot of...

 

Hi Ben,

a lot of questions you have... I understand your thoughts very well because you are going to spend a lot of bucks...

Some fellow members have pointed out that the most important fact is that the watch "talks to your heart".

If you can say "yes" to a special model it will be a pleasure every day you wear it and every time you look at it.

It will be like falling in love with a beautiful girl - you will not be able to take your eyes away from it  - at least for the first months, and hopefully for a lifetime smile

Concerning some of your questions:

I would always go for Patek if I had to chose between several brands!

It is rather difficult to observe prices and " value -keeping" in a rapidly changing market. A watch which is very desirable in our days may be less in 10 years as fashion 

and desire change over the times...  We have seen this even on Patek models, specially the rectangular vintage models... very high prices in the 90ies and moderate prices now. I am pretty sure that smaller cases and rectangular ones will have their revival some day, but nobody knows how long it will take, it is just a guess...

Don´t see a Patek as a mere investment!   They usually  keep their value very well, but what is much more important: You will enjoy every second you wear them, and this is most important IMO!

Go for it if it talks to you!


kind regards

Erich


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Joining the club - A few queries

 
By: BenJones : March 3rd, 2010-10:59
As a collector of watches for a number of years (Tag - Omega - Rolex - JLC - VC - Breguet), I have come to the stage where I am looking to purchase my first Patek. I am looking to acquire a classic piece with simple complications - I have my mindset on th... 

My simple advise is..................

 
By: Topcat30093 : March 3rd, 2010-16:22
Go with what you like. I owned a cream dial 5146G and totally loved it.

Bingo!

 
By: gqmagic : March 3rd, 2010-17:26
Buy what you like and you won't have to worry about your questions. Its also best to try one on, get a feel for it in person before you buy.

you have got good advices

 
By: Quan : March 4th, 2010-00:18
whatever AD told you most likely because they want to clear their inventory. good luck and once you decided, please show us wrist shot thou...LOL

Thanks

 
By: BenJones : March 4th, 2010-11:31
guys for your advice - esp Erich for your detailed post. Looks like I will end up going for the 5146G / Cream Problem is I think this will only serve to fuel my addiction and I will be looking for my next watch before the summer arrives....

A lot of...

 
By: mac_omega : March 4th, 2010-07:15
Hi Ben, a lot of questions you have... I understand your thoughts very well because you are going to spend a lot of bucks... Some fellow members have pointed out that the most important fact is that the watch "talks to your heart". If you can say "yes" to... 

How about 5035R vs 5146R?

 
By: hst : March 4th, 2010-20:09
Just to add to this thread of discussion. I have been given an offer to buy a used 5035R at a reasonable price. I read 1 or 2 posts talking about some issues with the 315 auto cal in this watch. Like Ben, this will be my first PP, I would like to get the ...