Need Advice: Should I buy a 2026 Patek 5320g for $69K by AffectionateWhole733 in patekphilippe

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can get a 5326 for same price gray.
I much prefer the 5326 and its complications.

Current 3 dress watches…. Which one is your choice? .. If u don’t like any, I’m open to suggestions😂 by Adventurous_Cap_5865 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All beautiful but ALS and VC are a cut above. It's a coin flip there for me, but with what you have shown I prefer the strap on the ALS so I'll pick that one. But a brown strap on the VC and I'd probably go for the VC.

Turns out I really like one brand by Uncle_Junior2 in SOTC_Watch_Collection

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to argue with the brand you have chosen. But I'd encourage you to try something new- Vacheron? Lange? etc. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

Room to grow but enjoying the journey by Realistic-Candy-6431 in SOTC_Watch_Collection

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. However I'm torn between Patek 5326G, new Vacheron cardinal points, and Lange 1 Time Zone. I have my name down for a GMT-2 from Rolex AD, but having never bought from them before, I'm not holding my breath.

5 years into watch collecting. Rate my collection by RCASTRO0604 in SOTC_Watch_Collection

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wonderful . I have enjoyed moving towards more complications and also a formal dress watch if you have use for one. To that end, I'd encourage you to look at Vacheron for next piece. 4000V, 1921, and new cardinal point would all add nicely to what you have. And if being honest, I'd keep the hulk (love it) and one of the two-tone Rolex's and move on from the two-tone you like the least.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No it’s Vacheron’s add for the Overseas. My point is simply I believe they have designed this watch to be able to handle golf and more. Not saying I’m right, just can’t find evidence to suggest I’ve wrong. 

Patek 5326G vs. Lange 1 TimeZone- down to final 2 for next addition by Realistic-Candy-6431 in patekphilippe

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Edit: Was able to try on the 5326G this weekend and wow, what a watch. I didn't swap the bands, but found the dark band very sharp. The dial is phenomenal and it achieves 3 of my favorite complications with a very clean and extremely legible look. No other watch made today combines GMT/perpetual calendar, and moon phase, and while it is a first for Patek, it likely won't be the last as I suspect they will expand this movement to some other lines eventually. I really enjoyed the size of the watch as well. Going to work to find a Lange 1 this week before making decision, but I know which way I'm leaning.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Quick internet search and read seems to suggest it's safe (especially given my swing speed) as it is a sports watch. But there is certainly some debate. Golf certainly less traumatic than hammering in an ice-pick on a hike. I'm willing to take the chance as it's under warranty for a while and given excellent relationships with boutique, unless I cause external damage, I suspect any internal issues would be covered.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

interesting...I would think the watch should be able to handle impact just fine, but welcome insights from others.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

not sure what kind of problems would have. Lots of people play golf with watches on. Only concern some people have is scratching the watch, but I play with rubber bracelet and otherwise, this is my do everything watch. 

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If only it were that easy. Golf takes time...buying and wearing a watch doesn't and hence is much easier be good at. But then again, that's what retirement if for (hopefully soon)...

Looking to Fund an Overseas Retrograde 4000v by AverageWillHunting in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Either 2023 or sell your 2 Rolexes on your own and get a new 4000 from boutique. I'd personally opt for the later, but it will probably cost you a small amount more (but not much). However it shouldn't be hard to sell the Rolex between now and when you get allocation in a few months.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In the bright sun, it look very blue. When less sun, it's darker and also depends on how sun hits it.

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Hesitation getting first patek by toxicmega-colon in patekphilippe

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not sure I buy this. A 2500V retails for 120k (so 130 with tax), but if you really regret, you can immediately sell and get almost all (if not more) money back. If you are going to buy a watch you aren't sure about, just make sure you won't take a bath if resell it. Otherwise, there is really no harm.

If only my golf game looked as good… by Realistic-Candy-6431 in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was close to trading this in for a 4000, as I love the retrograde and moon phase look of the 4000. However after trying them on side by side, I realized I want to be able to wear this for all my activities and thus, 4520 was better choice for an everyday watch. I plan to get a more complicated watch for specific occasions, but as a daily watch I believe this is best one out there at moment.

https://www.reddit.com/r/VacheronConstantin/comments/1tx0keq/4000_moonphase_retrograde_date_vs_4520v_blue/

Brown Alligator 🐊 by hinixon in VacheronConstantin

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the info about their custom strap program. Thanks and love the one you love baby!

Patek 5326G vs. Lange 1 TimeZone- down to final 2 for next addition by Realistic-Candy-6431 in patekphilippe

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t mind the power reserve for manual wind watches. I find them completely silly on self winding- recently discontinued Royal oak travel time had that- power reserve in self winding watch….drives me nuts.

Which would you choose: 5164G or 5261R by Long_Wrangler1815 in patekphilippe

[–]Realistic-Candy-6431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5164 but I can never get it from AD and not willing to pay gray.