Patek Philippe 5990 Nautilus Travel Watch Review

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Mr Glass's assertion that the Patek Philippe 5990 is one of the most versatile watches, especially for travel, ignited a discussion among Nautilus owners. His perspective on its functionality versus the 5711's thinness provided a focal point for collectors to share their nuanced views on the model's design and wearability.

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One of my candidates for "only one watch" collection. That and the new Casio BX5600

Since I love travel watches, this one is close to a perfect watch for me (and nothing will ever be perfect).

I know some prefer the thinness of a 5711, but I don't mind at all the extra thickness, for so much extra functionality.

About the Patek Philippe Complications Ref. 5711

The Patek Philippe Complications reference 5711/1A is a specific configuration within the Complications model line. This particular reference is identified by its serial number 5914840, with a movement number 6084863.

The watch is presented in a stainless steel case, indicated by the "/1A" suffix. No specific details regarding the crystal material or movement architecture are provided.

This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Patek Philippe Complications model in stainless steel. Its specific serial and movement numbers are documented for identification purposes.

Specifications

Caliber: 26-330 S C

Case: Stainless steel

Diameter: 40mm

Dial: Blue, White

Water Resist.: 120m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe 5990 is considered one of the most versatile watches, particularly for travel, and a strong candidate for a 'one watch' collection due to its functionality.
Mr Glass appreciates the 5990's extra thickness for its added functionality, contrasting it with the thinner 5711.
Patekova, a 5990 owner, notes that the chronograph and travel time protrusions on the case sides detract from the clean symmetry, unlike the 5726 or 5711 which lack such features.
Pretty Boy, another owner, finds the travel time pushers well-integrated and not impairing symmetry, but prefers the chrono pushers of the 5980/1A over the 5990's.
Pretty Boy initially had skepticism about the 5990's thickness but grew to appreciate its wrist presence and heft, noting a preference for wearing steel models more often.
GLau complimented the 5990/1A's appearance on the wrist and inquired about the reasons behind favoring the 5726 and 5990.
Penfriend also considers the 5990 a favorite, specifically the blue dial version, which receives significant wrist time, while preferring the 5712 over the 5726.
Quattro expressed a preference for the monochrome grey look of the 5990 over the blue dial.
1WatchMan loves the 5990 but also considers the 5726/1A a favorite Nautilus.