Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/011A Overview

Joepny · 2016-07-17T08:13:06Z

Explore the Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/011A with Joepny's photos and a detailed comparison to the 5711. Discover vintage vs. modern differences.

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Joepny shares stunning photographs of his recently acquired Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 3700/011A, inviting the community to appreciate this vintage icon. His post, inspired by a fellow collector's thread, offers a personal glimpse into owning a significant piece of horological history and sparks a detailed comparison with its modern successor.

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Mark suggested I post these pics of my 3700/011 again in a new thread. I posted these as a reply yesterday after seeing HSTE's thread of his 3700/01.

A little background: I got my 3700/011 recently this year. It came from the original first owner. It had gone through a full overhaul before the owner sold it. So it looks in very good condition. Truthfully I have spent most of the summer wearing a different watch that has a strong hold on me so I've not worn the Nautilus enough to really bond to it. Hopefully over time. It is very easy to photograph under natural sunlight. I went out yesterday to take some pics with my little girl at a park (divided equally of course between pics of her and of my Nautilus). Luckily the park was not very populated so no one could have thought why there was a crazy man taking pictures of his watch while his little girl ran around unsupervised...

(Forgive the dust on the watch, I was not smart enough to bring a soft cloth to wipe my Nautilus)

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Another collector showcased his own Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700-001 and 3700-011, emphasizing the strict conditions he sought for acquisition, including original papers, box, and unpolished condition.
Key differences between the Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700 and 5711 include the 3700's JLC-based movement, two-hand display, closed case back, slimmer profile, and two-part case construction, contrasting with the 5711's in-house movement, seconds hand, sapphire display back, and three-part case.
The 3700/01A was the original reference, discontinued and now about 40 years old, while the 3700/011A was made a few years later, both utilizing a thin JLC caliber before in-house movements became a primary focus.
The 5711 is the current generation successor, approximately 10 years old, featuring a Patek-built movement that is slightly thicker and a sapphire glass display case back.
A collector expressed a long-term goal of acquiring a Nautilus, reserving a spot for it and appreciating posts like this in the interim.
A future post is planned to compare various Nautilus pairs: 3700-001 vs. 3700-011, 3712 vs. 5712, and 5711 blue vs. 5711 white.

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dr.kol

Jul 17, 2016

I'll join with my 3700-001 & 3700-011. These watches moved in with us very close to each others. I had decided very much earlier to get both versions but with strict conditions: - with all original papers like Certificate of Origin and manual - with original(cork) box - preferably unpolished or if polished, it should be professionally done - everything original and the bracelet should be still tight - preferably a one-owner-watch Difficult but not impossible as my long "hunting" proved. I'll tak

Joepny

Jul 17, 2016

I remember reading your posts earlier in the year and it was very inspiring. --Joe

dr.kol

Jul 17, 2016

One day, it's in my agenda, I'll write a post about 3 Nautilus pairs: - 3700-001 vs. 3700-011 - 3712 vs. 5712 - 5711 blue vs. 5711 white Just waiting the right time (and inspiration). Best, Kari

EJR888

Jul 17, 2016

Pardon for my ignorance. But what is the difference this 3700 and 5711 Nautilus? Cheers and good sunday! EJR888

Joepny

Jul 17, 2016

but nature is normally not permanent. Flowers live a few days or weeks. Lucky for us, beautiful timepieces can live forever if taken cared for.

Joepny

Jul 17, 2016

especially about the 3712. it is the one I am most curious about.

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