I was the lucky recipient of Simons (Skyman) 5167 but has to move it on when #1 son decided to buy his first house.
Maybe it was the circumstances of the sale but it didn’t hurt as much as I thought it would.
Would I have another one? Not sure, it’s a bit like “been there, got the T-shirt”.
Oh and for the record, I drive a Range Rover L322.
They've unquestionably cheaped out in the design department, and it's particularly apparent in their uneducated dial work, which normally features sloppily-arranged Windows-default type.
It's really incredible that the Stern family, who started off as dialmakers who were evidently skilled enough at their craft to buy out Patek Philippe, has let their standards slip so far since Thierry became boss.
They still make enough older models, and some new ones to keep me interested. Spare funds permitting...
It's just a matter of time...
Love mine, probably my favourite Patek. I also have the bracelet for it so have the best of both worlds. Driving my Boxster today but can also be seen driving a Rav4 or quite happily poodling around in a Punto.
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Pros - very versatile watch, very comfortable to wear, lightweight but seems robust. Excellent time keeping, very good visibility and very visible lume at night.
Cons - stainless steel bezel is a scratch/scuff magnet and the polished/brushed finish means that scuffs and scratches show quite badly.
Ive been lucky not to scratch my bezel
The watch is so damn thin I have yet to bang it on anything yet
I always thought that aquanaut dial looks rather plastic in flesh, couldnt shake the feeling of cheaper Nautilus.
Still waiting patiently for my 5167A-001 to be back from servide. Two months to go and counting.
Martyn
It's already arrived - I just need to get the funds together !!
Yeah, I quite understand, I still think I'm nuts paying £10k for a 2nd hour hand. But, the 5164 just sings so much more to me. That said, the 5167 is a lovely watch and with an even stronger following - I just can't get my head round the date window (but that's purely me). I'm sure you will be delighted (as are so many other owners)!
Love mine, had it for two months and the other watches haven’t had a look in since!
It's a stunning watch and my grail! Unfortunately I don't have 16-18k to spend on a watch, but when I do I'll be getting one.
Looks amazing on the black rubber strap too.
The dial is so clear and crisp!
If I had to choose between the Aquanaut and Nautilus I would choose Aquanaut as it is superb for a high end daily wearer.
Last edited by kultschar; 29th April 2018 at 18:40.
You guys are making me jealous - I am still holding out for the service on my ordered 5176A-001.
Just had to console myself with the 5146J today:
It is a great daily watch and goes unnoticed, which makes me feel relaxed about wearing it in most situations.