FabR
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Truly no contest for me here my friend ;-)
The only thing might be, even if I'm sure you'll qualify, the waiting times for the 5531...can your AD give you an estimate before you commit? Less than a year would be extremely good for it, but you might have to wait a lot longer...;-)
Please keep us posted! 
Big question!!
I’m trying to decide between these two watches, different brands different complications, different style. Any good opinions? VS Thanks. ...
Of course but if you measure heart rate
one surely gives more ticks ...even maybe palpitations... that's the one then
Will never measure up to how fast my heart rate was 18 years ago when I bought my first PP anyway.
To bad I didn’t have my pulse watch on me i could do it the scientific way 😂
Uncalled for
Well if you can't/don't want help it's ok...also if this kind of post get to your nerves ok...but then I think it's better not to say anything instead of insulting someone. Cheers D
The reason would be that it would be my grail watch. As a watch collector i love every watch that i own and use every watch that i own. Some watches might mean more because they have been bought for a special occasion
Does that answer your question. And I do not get easily insulted. And on day if i feel like it i might change my hobby. Maybe i start collecting stamps 😂
Yes it does and I'm glad because I didn't intend offence. Maybe try to look to that connection then for making your choice; which signifies or connects best with your current or planned occasions or values [nt]
If neither of these can help you make that connection or get your heart racing then maybe there’s a mystery watch out there that can... what watch would your friends or family choose for you? And yes when you feel like switching to stamps I think many her...
If I were you, I would know which one I would choose in an instant ! For you, IMO it depends on...
whether you want a MR or a cool tourbillion. Good luck with your decision and hope one day I could join the 5531 club with you.
GF
Simply no comparison. GF is the pinnacle of watch making. I have both the GMT and GMT Earth variations of GF. The wrist presence is massive and the watch is a pure work of art.
Truly no contest for me here my friend ;-)
The only thing might be, even if I'm sure you'll qualify, the waiting times for the 5531...can your AD give you an estimate before you commit? Less than a year would be extremely good for it, but you might have to wait a lot longer...;-) Please keep us po...
In this case, Patek for me
I’ll never be in the position to any watch of this level, and if would probably go a different route. But with choice limited to these 2 watches, the Patek would be the only watch that could be worn comfortably. And in this league, I suppose one starts al...
Wearability
I would contest the statement that the GF is unwearable. Although I am in the same boat as you in not being in the realm to consider purchasing either, I have worn a GF GMT a few times and found it quite comfortable. A beautifully executed piece, and woul...
Ok point taken, my assumption was based on 44.5 mm
I know lugs can be so different. Still 44.5 mm might be to imposing for me. It is not exactly a watch that will go under the radar... Dirk
GF for me
that Patek does nothing for me. But of course your reaction is what counts! Best Andreas
GF all day every day for me .
PP is a amazing and beautiful brand but my absolute grail watch is the GF GMT 👌🏻😘 I do like all Greubel Forsey watches but this one is top imho (Watch not mine ,yet!! ) ...
They are actually exactly the same
The GF shows that it is an automat in the dial. The Patek shows it on the back. Patek has possibly got a better value in the future but the GF is more of an automat.
If the future value is not of concern
Definitely GF in every other respect. Who cares if the GF is a little bit larger.
Wow, what a choice!
Obviously this is something only you can decide, as both options are fantastic watches and both are completely wonderful for very different reasons. You really can't do much better than a GF from a finishing and execution point of view, and of course a mi...
GF for me.
If I had the funds, I would have one immediately! That said, the PP is also absolutely fantastic! All the best and happy choosing. Very interested to see which you ultimately decide on. Niall
Without doubt the 5531R
More elegant and wearable. I noticed you did not take a wrist shot with the GF probably because then the Patek would win hands down!! The 5531R is a work of art and a technological masterpiece all in one. Irrespective of how well the GF is finished, it is...
Both represent the pinnacle of watchmaking but in two different ways:
-GF it is run by two geniuses of modern watchmaking, who had the ability to innovate and present into a more captivating way traditional complication like GMT or tourbillon. The watch in itself is very particular design-wise but I am scared it is a bit bo...
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
And to me the GF looks like a novelty watch. Patek any day for me.
Of course the Patek
Out of courtesy, I shall refrain from saying anything about that GF.
Interesting one.
Although I am a huge GF fan and owner and genuinely feel the quality of their watches it as a very different level to Patek, Lange et al, in this instance it would be the 5531 for me. For my Greubels I prefer the round case models. Do check out SteveH’s a...
Would prefer another GF model over this.
GF usually for quality, but Patek quality at this level is very very good. So it's really down to subjective preferences and which complication you prefer. But movement wise the GF is prettier.
What he said. 👍
Had a number of pieces that are of horological interest, at the end of the day nothing beats wearability.
The Patek seems to have been designed for your wrist! 😉 [nt]
When I buy a watch, I'm always looking for something that I don't have and I "need" or want to have. What's that "something" for you here?
Tough choice!
GF GMT is a huge watch as with most GF watches. I have tried on the GMT on the wrist and its craftmanship is superb. The GMT function is more advanced than all other GMT watches I have seen, and it allows for daylight savings time compensation. It would b...