Mostel
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As someone who went through the Patek phase
and came out disillusioned... I just wanted to offer this advice. Take a moment to ask yourself why you want "a Patek". is it marketing? Is it the notion that Patek is the best? (it is not.) Is it to join an exclusive club? (there are far more exclusive clubs.) I could go on. There is only one reason to get a Patek--that you want it for what it is, not what it 'means' or 'what it represents' or that 'everyone says its the best' or that 'once you have one, you have 'made it'. All of these notions are illusions. Patek is a money maker for many, many people, especially those in the used market, and those who sell in the gray market, for jacked up prices. the brand is not without serious merit, but most of that merit is found in its past, not its present. Just check your heart, is all I am suggesting. Be sincere on your collecting path. Let no one draw your path for you. Buy what you LOVE. You ask what Patek you can buy for X dollars? It seems that you have not zeroed in on a Patek that is YOUR choice, but only a PRICE. Good luck!!
This message has been edited by Mostel on 2011-11-06 19:44:31
A poor man's consideration into the world of Patek.
Hi gurus, would like to seek some advise/ your thoughts on a simple question. If you were to consider a start into Patek, what would be your 1st watch (not neccessary new). My constraints would be 1. Price: USD $20-30k 2. Worldtimer or Annual calendar ran...
collectors market?
i'm no expert, but it seems that something up your alley has recently been posted in the collectors market.
World Time, 5110 or 30.
Don't see any better first ( even if it is the only one, by the way ) PP. A superb look, an icon, a fine movement, a friendly complication, and a nice case, all that makes that this watch has no real contender... What else? Best. Nicolas
This is a lot of...
Hi Pat, this is a lot of bucks you are able to spend for your first PP. I am with Nicolas if you want a pretty "new" watch take a world timer - an all time classic... I have a 5110 PT and I love it very much. But for this money you can buy incredible vint...
I fear a 3417 is way above 20 K USD, my friend. :(
Finding one for 20 K USD would be a miracle, and I would immediately jump on it if correct and in good condition. Best, Nicolas.
I must agree with Nico,
Patek's World Time represents everything PP stand for. It's a watch design full of history and you can find a second hand perfect example with a reasonable amount of money. Another watch which you can find with around 10k is Golden Ellipse. It's an iconic...
It's a nice watch.
However, I feel that the World Time offers much more and it's available in WG at around 25k. Best, Kari
Hi Kari, thanks for the PM. Really appreciate it.
Here goes my long hunt for the grail. cheers PAt
Good luck with your hunt!
It looks that my 4 years hunt has ended. The watch has been paid and with a little bit of luck I will get it next Friday. Then I have agreed with Patek Salon to bring my watch for repairs and full maintenance in the end of November and by the end of Janua...
I think the two pieces you mentioned are fine
examples and either would be an excellent choice. You can certainly go the vintage route but I would think it best to begin with a more recent piece. There are many watches that meet you criteria and pocketbook.
Annual calendar...
This seems to me to be a more useful complication than the world timer - unless you really need to keep track of the time in 3 or more timezones. Obviously this is a very subjective issue, but I find the look of world timers to be too cluttered. Others ca...
I was also thinking of the 5035/5036/5146
but hunting one down would be my quest. cheers PAt
Something classical ....
Patek has made some iconic watches in the past, some of which are affordable today as most collectors has moved onto larger watches. A few that comes to my mind which is within your budget. ref : 3445 in yg or wg, automatic with 27-460 movement, classic, ...
If your poor don't buy it.
If u really poor or got no much money don't buy it. Keep your money.. for your raining days. Patek not for poor people. Buy CASIO digital watch 5USD for one.
I don't think your tone is much appreciated and looking at your post count my guess is
that you're a newbie or hiding behind a new nick. If you have real advice to give then it would be appreciated, else pls stay out. btw it's "you're poor" or "you are poor", not "your poor". cheers PAt This message has been edited by patrickmaniac on 2011-...
going concern ... buying it is not all
Firstly: nice to hear that you are prepared to pay such money for a mechanical watch, for a Patek Phillipe. Secondly: a Patek is not a poor men's watch! Regardless the level of mechanics, new or bought from preowned. We see and discuss quite costly watche...
thanks Moritz, maintaining the piece is one aspect in mind.
thanks for the advice. cheers PAt
Maybe you are looking for an IWC...
If I remember well, in the past IWC used to be called "poor man's Patek".... Anyway, remember that a watch never close a search... I wish you best in your challenge. Cristian
5146
In white gold and a slate dial and call it a day.........I am saving for one Please don't hear those words like poor man's patek......etc it's your money and you earned i.t if it is the lat 20k you own go on and do what please you
go for world time
There are PP's classic models with a long history. There are many good condition pre-owned 5110 around, I got my 5110p pre-owned 6 months ago. If you like simplicity and don't wear the same watch all the time, WT is the choice. You just pick it up, set th...
As someone who went through the Patek phase
and came out disillusioned... I just wanted to offer this advice. Take a moment to ask yourself why you want "a Patek". is it marketing? Is it the notion that Patek is the best? (it is not.) Is it to join an exclusive club? (there are far more exclusive c...
good advice. could you pm me on the bad experience ?
would like to hearmore on your personal experience if you dont' mind. cheers PAt
First Patek
Hi PAt, Welcome to the world of Patek! You sound like a super nice guy and we welcome you to starting your Patek collection! I think the 5110 given your budget makes for a very sensible first Patek to collect. Also I like the 5146G which you may be able t...
Thanks kevin for the advice. Indeed these times are hard!
I would not pull the trigger until I find one that is suitable and really to my liking. Cheers PAt
Patek
The fun is in the hunt as well as the deliberation on what watch to get! Enjoy the hunt and the thinking and deciding which Patek to buy! It's a true pleasure!
in a somewhat similar position
and was wondering what kind of progress you've made? my budget is more around the 25k mark. I would potentially toss up between a brand new 5296R or a 5110G, both seem like iconic Pateks in their own way Love the 5146 too though, albeit a bit more expensi...
What about a 5036?
The Case may be smaller (36mm) but it's a GREAT annual and prob could be had at the low end of your range. St the upper end you nay be able to get a 5146. If not within...just above. That is a great bang for your buck to get a complicated PP. Good luck.
Yep was considering that too but rather hard to find over where I am.
Thanks for the suggestion. Cheers PAt
Patek 3445
Bought a Patek 3445 automatic with dates in YG 17 years ago. It is a good reliable and great looking watch. Ideal for small wrists.