Patek Philippe - the basics of building a great collection

I figured. I want to get the tools to do it myself. Got some really cool green and blue straps for the 5270

 

I thought about that but those buckles are not cheap!

 

This is what I’ve done with my Pateks and Langes. Most came with deployant buckles which I left on the original straps, but the spare straps all have buckles on them just to make it easier to switch. It’s a bit of an expense but the reality is factory buckles aren’t going to go down in value anyhow so it’s not a sunk cost.

 

Let me ask what the cost of a
New buckle is. Probably makes sense to make strap changes easier as much as I don’t want to drop the cash. Lol

 

Ok I just ordered an extra one. $2500. Well worth it on a 170k watch

 

Hmmm...

found this for 50 bucks. Gonna order this also. ill have 2 originals and one fake- if the fake is decent- might be a good way to have like 5 or 6 different straps for this watch without breaking the bank

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1003162609/top-quality-for-patek-philippe-16mm-18mm?gpla=1&gao=1&variation0=1946919162


Anyone know if this takes a 16mm or 18mm clasp? cant seem to find the answer.

 

Just a word of caution, those fake clasp are shoddy, not all, but most are. If you do buy one, watch out for the pin(s) and/or the logo cross to come undone. I did precisely what you are thinking of doing, bought the fake and almost dropped my watch when the middle pin on the fake clasp came-off. Not sure you want to risk on a $170K watch, just saying.

 

2500 for the real thing. Already ordered.

but for 50 bucks- not a bad option if only to store the strap and as you guys know/ these buckles get beat up. Regardless, I’m getting one of each- the cheap one more for curiosity than anything.

 

I haven't looked but knockoff pin buckles would be a safer choice to the clasp if your worried about it getting beaten up? Of course doesn't look the same but I'd trust the buckle over the clasp.

 

Agree - but the watch came with a deployant clasp abs I already ordered two custom straps for deployant. What I should have done was get one strap with a pin buckle. I guess I still could….

 

While I do like the complicated models, sometimes less is more.

Image Unavailable, Please Login

 

Depends on which shoes you are wearing.

 

New buckle coming...arrived at my AD. They are shipping to me.

 

What did you end up going with? That 5370 is probably my favorite of the bunch

 

Two new straps:

Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login

 

You can't knock the product, but the only one that ever appealed to me is the classic Calatrava.

 

Ok guys - it’s Patek time for me. Huge success at work this year after a very challenging start of the year and I want a watch that reminds me that if you stick to plan and work very hard you can really achieve anything you want. I’m getting a 5524 which I love. This would be my 1st PP and I don’t have a pre-existing relationship with the dealer. How do I make sure I get a good deal? Don’t mind paying full price but I do want to make sure I am treated well. Is there a list of ‘extras’ (winder, extra strap, etc) that may not necessarily come with the watch but that a good client would be given? Thanks

 

Oh boy, sorry but if it’s the same as here in the US, you’re going to have to reevaluate that.

 

It may be the reverse: you may be thanking the AD for the allocation before the AD is thanking you for the purchase … unless you have a long purchase history with them.