Looks like you're short of a Royal Oak

Jun 14, 2008,20:10 PM
 

to complete your collection. smile

Anyone on the subject of boxes, most brands utilise boxes that are made in China at very low cost, even the impressive glossy wood veneer boxes; I do not know where Patek gets its boxes though. One notable exception is Lange, their boxes are made in Germany (or Switzerland) and feature a wood frame and base, covered in hand-stitched leather.

- SJX

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Patek Philippe Nautilus 5800 review ( & comparison vs the Aquanaut)

 
 By: TonyR : June 14th, 2008-16:06
By chance, a month and a half ago I got my first Patek Philippe watch. It was an Aquanaut ref 5065/1a and it was a watch that I never considered owning before I purchased it that day. I was always a believer that Patek’s where way over priced for what you...  

Great review Tony

 
 By: Peter  : June 14th, 2008-19:41

Looks like you're short of a Royal Oak

 
 By: SJX : June 14th, 2008-20:10
to complete your collection. Anyone on the subject of boxes, most brands utilise boxes that are made in China at very low cost, even the impressive glossy wood veneer boxes; I do not know where Patek gets its boxes though. One notable exception is Lange, ... 

Love the new Nautilus Tony

 
 By: sdd7820 : June 14th, 2008-21:32
Looks awesome next to the Aquanaut. Hell of a review, cant wait to see it in person. Best, Scott D

Thanks Scott.....

 
 By: TonyR : June 15th, 2008-11:56
I'll see you in August. Take care, Tony

Tony Its not a coincidense

 
 By: gqmagic : June 15th, 2008-14:49
that after the 1st Patek the 2nd isn't far behind! LOL For my sport one i went 5711r then 5167a. A 5711a or 5712a is next unless I get the call for 5712r

The 5711r......

 
 By: TonyR : June 15th, 2008-16:40
is a great look ing watch. I had the opportunity to try that model on a few weeks ago and was blown away. I never would have consider it without seeing the 5711r in person, its an outstanding watch. Are you going to get the new bracelet for the 5167 when ... 

For the time being

 
 By: gqmagic : June 15th, 2008-17:23