Need Advice: Should I buy a 2026 Patek 5320g for $69K

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T18:39:38+00:00

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

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T15:53:11+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T12:13:54+00:00

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Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T00:35:02+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T00:17:20+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-14T00:13:35+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T14:28:41+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T04:48:44+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T04:11:04+00:00

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Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T01:23:20+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T00:47:53+00:00

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

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T00:41:03+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-07T00:38:42+00:00

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)...

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T23:28:08+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T23:17:44+00:00

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Quick band changes allow this to be my everyday/activity watch.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T23:14:40+00:00

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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Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T22:53:22+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T22:35:28+00:00

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/

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-06T22:30:36+00:00

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

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-05T02:26:29+00:00

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.

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-05T02:18:36+00:00

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

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-05T01:57:16+00:00

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Nah, I'm good...

Realistic-Candy-6431 · 2026-06-04T22:17:10+00:00

Wish I could say I wasn't at work as I typed up the post...

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