Patek Philippe

hi, would like to get some opinion on this. I am looking for an entry level model of PP. Thanks

Hi, The 5167A is my choice! You get a cal 324 like the base in the 5159! The watch is somewhat discreet, modern, water resistant, and if you like it like I do, beautiful! Cheers Dje

I have waivered on the Aquanaut for the past year or so, myself. The trouble is I keep wanting some other watch more when it comes down to getting one. It is after all, a fairly simple time-only piece in SS (although I think you may be after the new RG mo... 

but wish it was a bit bigger- maybe 42mm However it is a beautiful watch Cheers

I think the 5167 is an excellent Patek. I would suggest the 5167R as i think the brushed gold looks great. Hoping to buy this latter one any time soon. As plain Patek's go, i think it is my favourite.

it was my first PP...and reasonably priced.

And its a really comfortable watch for daily wear. If you want an entry level complication then 5146?

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I’m a bit surprised that the Aquanaut is seen by so many as the best entry level PP. I would have thought it would be Calatrava all the way, or maybe an annual calendar. These, IMHO, typify PP much better than the sportier models. My first & only PP was a... 

Namely the 5127G

Another one of my favorite Calatrava pieces. Big sweep seconds (less elegant but more practical), crown protectors, screw-down crown. Another family member also loves this piece. We are both very sad to see this piece discontinued.

But I think that I would be more then happy to purchase a pre-owned one.

When someone says "Patek Philippe", I don't think the Aquanaut would be the first watch that would come to mind. The Aquanaut is not the best representative of the brand. A Calatrava would be a much better representative. Of the current line up, I would c... 

I think the 5085/1a represents a great value and has many of the feature PP owners desire along with an attractive price-point on the secondary market.

The 6000G would be my choice! You get the 240 caliber, the one with the micro-rotor, and where you can see all the beautiful finishing. This is also the base caliber for many other special watches. The watch is also motor-car inspired. One thing to overco... 

just perfect - This message has been edited by earthling on 2009-07-16 13:28:11...