The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[Neville Southall]

Allegedly.

And by “allegedly,” he means definitely.

 

[Ebitdaddy]

I can't believe are paying $100k+ for a nautilus when this exists.

 

[TheFoo]

My AD called to offer me an Aquanaut for expected delivery in August. Not something I had particularly wanted, but kind of cool for a “beater” Patek to wear at the beach, right?

 

[TheFoo]

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I can't believe are paying $100k+ for a nautilus when this exists.

What is this?

 

[Ebitdaddy]

What is this?

Romain Gauthier Logical 1. And if your AD offered you a Aquanaut, you should buy it & flip lol. Enjoy the free $ and use the $70k to buy something cool. This is my exact plan once my ALS SS Odysseus comes in.

 

[Texasmade]

What Ebitdaddy said. If you don't like the Aquanaut, buy it and flip it. Use that money to build a relationship with the Caribbean AD to get that 5726.

 

[Dino944]

My AD called to offer me an Aquanaut for expected delivery in August. Not something I had particularly wanted, but kind of cool for a “beater” Patek to wear at the beach, right?

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Meh. A friend of mine has one. I've always thought it rather unimpressive. I'd definitely buy a 5711 or a 5712A1, but not an Aquanaut. I guess if your intention is to sell it, and your AD doesn't care, then maybe its worth it to you.

 

[Vocans]

I'm probably about the only one who feels this way but I've always kind of preferred the aquanaut to the nautilus. Just something cool and unique about the shape and patterned dial and strap

 

[mak1277]

I'm probably about the only one who feels this way but I've always kind of preferred the aquanaut to the nautilus. Just something cool and unique about the shape and patterned dial and strap

Nope, not the only one. I agree.

 

[RSS]

I can't believe are paying $100k+ for a nautilus when this exists.

They are VERY different watches. The Romain Gauthier Logical 1 is interesting to see, but it's not something I'd wear. Then again, I'm not a fan (aesthetically speaking) of any Patek sports watches.

 

[Ambulance Chaser]

It's a moot point because I cannot afford either the Aquanaut or the Nautilus, but the former fits my lifestyle and personality better. Not that the Aquanaut is a beater, but the Nautilus has an overly precious feel to it. I would probably hold my left arm next to my body like it was broken to avoid scratching the watch whenever I wore it.

 

[RSS]

I would probably hold my left arm next to my body like it was broken to avoid scratching the watch whenever I wore it.

Give it to my new buddy that I met at the alumni event. He'll take care of giving it its first "ding"

I must admit, I will NOT spend that kind of money on a watch. Perhaps that means I can't afford it. If we are talking that kind of money, my mind turns to serious art. But watch or art ... after a point the spending becomes obscene ... even if well hidden from prying eyes.

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[Drek Galloche]

My AD called to offer me an Aquanaut for expected delivery in August. Not something I had particularly wanted, but kind of cool for a “beater” Patek to wear at the beach, right?

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It is a test and a trap !!!!
Do not buy it !!!!

 

[Phileas Fogg]

It is a test and a trap !!!!
Do not buy it !!!!

 

[Neville Southall]

My AD called to offer me an Aquanaut for expected delivery in August. Not something I had particularly wanted, but kind of cool for a “beater” Patek to wear at the beach, right?

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Box pics or you’re full of ****.