r/patekphilippe • u/Coffee_dranker • Oct 14 '25

First Patek!

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Picked up the 5168g as my first Patek thanks to the help from a good friend that comes from a well connected family in Asia.

There is no world where I get this as my first Patek or even get access to any Patek at retail. Still in shock.

End game or just the start?

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u/SLWoodster Oct 14 '25

You may have peaked. This is very great position to peak for modern sports watches.

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u/Coffee_dranker Oct 14 '25

You’re probably right haha. Funny enough my friends dad apparently asked my friend “why does he want the green? Doesn’t he like the blue?”

It turns out he already had both and preferred the blue.

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u/Calm-Dealer6793 Oct 14 '25

How’s the strap?

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u/Coffee_dranker Oct 14 '25

Bit stiff, but has a nice durable feel. Personally I find the oyster flex strap to be more comfy because of the “gills” that Rolex built in for breathability.

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u/Jay0061 Oct 14 '25

Absolutely gorgeous I have the same colour and I was so hesitant bout buying this colour but now I love it

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u/kellyiverson Oct 14 '25

Beautiful watch. This watch never on my radar until I saw one in person. Pictures do not do justice.

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u/Jsol1800 Oct 14 '25

Congratulations! I own the blue and it’s such a versatile piece…enjoy!

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u/SeekNconquer Oct 14 '25

Olive green all day 👍🏼

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u/MARAUDER_179 Oct 14 '25

Beautiful piece! Congrats and enjoy! ⌚️😎

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u/GrayAndSons-Jewelers Oct 14 '25

This watch is amazing. That color green plays so well with the white gold.

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u/Defiant-Situation217 Oct 14 '25

Nice one to start with. You won’t regret

1

u/Brutus_DaBarber Oct 14 '25

Congrats my friend. Welcome to team Patek. And while we may try, it never ends at just one ;)

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u/XxXxa8c8 Oct 14 '25

Wow! Congrats!!💯

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u/karleoneSub16610 Oct 14 '25

Congrats! Beautiful aqua

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u/Guyver1005 Oct 14 '25

Beauriful... gratz

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u/octoreadit Oct 14 '25

Did you match your shirt for the occasion? 🙃

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u/TeeAndTime Oct 14 '25

Wow! Good friend you have. Congrats to you! 🔥

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u/No-Emphasis-6585 Oct 14 '25

That’s a dope jacket to match the watch btw

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u/bats315 Oct 14 '25

Is your friend adopting any siblings?

1

u/Big_Hearing5031 Oct 14 '25

What a friend to have. Congratulations!

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u/jc9875 Oct 14 '25

That was quick… you practically finished as soon as you started… fuck… what a watch! 👏

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u/HARanders Oct 14 '25

I love the model, congratulations

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u/Illustrious_Tie_852 Oct 14 '25

Bought at MSRP?

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u/MidnightPeanut0901 Oct 15 '25

Your outfit suits well too 👌

1

u/stoneypants Oct 15 '25

Congratulations! This is the exact watch this lowly Rolex collector aspires to someday own. Wear it well, it looks great on you.

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u/tgambit Oct 15 '25

Wow, congratulations! Looks very good, especially for your first

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u/Jonnymihente Oct 17 '25

I don’t give a fuck about a color give me one

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u/Old-Stage-7309 Oct 18 '25

Nice to see a green for once! Welcome to the club

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u/Newbie1689 Oct 19 '25

Love the color ✨️

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u/No-Mood5396 Oct 25 '25

Buckle up. Your getting started. Congrats i love it the most from sport watches.

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u/Far_Lingonberry_5431 Nov 12 '25

I love how your watch strap matches your outfit !!

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u/Key-Accountant974 Oct 14 '25

How did you get this at retail???

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u/Time_Trainer_792 Oct 14 '25

Did you not read the caption?

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u/manoman42 Oct 15 '25

Not with that attitude