Patek Philippe

I have to say that this watch really speaks to me--the color and heft of this watch makes it so attractive--but is it going to get as much wear as a WG Patek? What would you do?

i too have flirted with gold sports watches and drawn the same conclusion as you, steel or titanium is the better fit for a sports watch

regards

darma

and I have to agree with Kari. My RG FF is now restricted to weekends. I went for the purchase with an SS in mind but ended with the RG cos they made me an offer I could not refuse.... but alas !  Needless to say, if I have to do it all over again, the SS version would have been my choice. Having said all that, the FF is huge compared to the 5167.

Have you taken the 5711 for a spin while you are it it ? Personally, I find the 5711 in WG/YG better suited to a strap (if a precious metal case is a must) although it looks just perfect with the bracelet.

I have a 5980 R and the color is so warm and amazing--truly unique. I love Parek RG so I guess I am biased. Get the one you like better and will wear more.

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I don't own any colored metal and I'm not sure that sports (real sports watches) should be in precious metal. I got my Aquanaut in ss with the tropical strap, but partially broke my own rule by buying a 5712G.

so I have a theory that they have to be in ss or titanium.  I will call rolexes real sport watches or the RM that Nadal wears when he is playing tennis.  I have a friend who just got a new AP ROO and wears it to play tennis thinking that he is right handed, the watch should be able to withstand the brutal treatment.  However he is wrong, and he is lucky as the watch is still under warranty. 

So, authentic sport watches should be digital light weight plastic watches (non-mechanical).  The next level up if you really want mechanical, you can choose something like Rolexes, I play tennis with it often, they all survive the tests.  Anything else with a more delicate movement will not be classified as a real sport watch, they are sporty look watches, or sport chics.  At this level, ss or precious metal, does not really matter.  5167R is pretty, it goes well with the tropical strap, so why not?  You just have to refrain yourself from tennis or golf with this watch on, swimming and a bit of running is OK I suppose.  Just MHO.

a couple of years ago.  I think it looks great.  I'm wearing the 5167A today - it is the most comfortable watch I own.  The R version has a real softness about it, and looked great on my wrist.  It's sporty, but dressy too (no one is really going to care).  But i wouldn't call it a sports watch, although I think it is rated water resistant to 120m.  The hardest part for me is to believe that the price is about double the SS version.  They want $20k for less than an ounce of gold.  On the other hand, which of these little gems is really worth it.  I've thought seriously about this watch, and one of these days I may break down and get one.  I think it's one of the nicest looking watches out there (obviously for my tastes).

 

Steve

Seattle

I have a steel 5167 (steel) with tropical strap and agree with all the compliments above - wonderful watch!
I'm not sure if I understand our Count, but I think that I agree with the conclusion - why not 5167r?
In my opinion, the gold has the advantage of bringing out the best in the brownish dial - so if you are prepared to pay up, go for it

I purchased one approximately two years ago.  I was concerned about how I would use the watch...but I was drawn to the rose gold with the chocolate face.  It is very functional for travel...especially to warmer, more humid climates.   It dresses up but I am not afraid to get it wet.   I think either the steel or the gold are great pieces because of the functionality.  But I was drawn to the chocolate face.  

The rising temperatures and humidity where I am, provided good reasons for getting my 5167r out.   After two years...the watch and the band look great.    This watch does have a feel on the wrist that is unlike anything else I own.  

Looked at the pictures, looked at it in the case and still, didn't really do anything for me. But I thought I'd try it on anyway. I surprised myself. Never thought I'd like it but I did like it. It looks good on the wrist, comfortable. I do prefer, however, the steel version.