Patek Philippe

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There was no negative sentiment intended at all.

I am certainly envious, as I suspect many others on the forum are, of someone to be in a position to acquire such an expensive piece. I did not intend for my remarks to be abrasive, and I apologize if they were perceived that way.

But, my point was any piece at this level is important, the question you posed is it collectible and rare? If you look around, there seems to be a substantial amount of important watches are readily available and there is no reason to believe that if this reference is discontinued that there won't be something equally important to take its place later. What does that indicate? Certainly, an important factor to consider.

No one here could answer the question you asked because most are not in a position to even consider it. I could very easily have said, if they can afford it, then it is a wonderful piece to own, go for it. But, there are different dynamics to the question that only the purchaser understands from his/her position.

People rationalize a purchase in many different ways to justify the "want", that it makes sense financially with little to no risk and really consider that it will increase in value. These are very slippery slopes when spending this type of money on an item like this, particularly if you consider it to be an increasing asset.  And, it has been mentioned here time and time again, do not consider this as an investment ... it is a want.

Look, I've got as big a case of the "I wants" as anyone else here. It's way too easy for me to let the "wants" interfere when considering a sizable, non-necessary purchase of a wristwatch.

I would suspect almost every member here would love to have this watch. Who would say no to it? Maybe the dial color or case color may not be of their liking but really, who wouldn't want it? The question is then, what is the sacrifice? If you have more money than you know what to do with, easy decision ... even if you pay more because it doesn't hurt. But if you don't have that kind of money, the sacrifice is greater. And if you are thinking this purchase to be something more than just a watch, there could be trouble down the road.

Being frank and honest does not always mean sugar-coating the subject but, rather to put things in perspective so the decision is sound. And, ultimately, that decision rests with your friend.