Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 First Impression
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 First Impression

By Mark in Paris · May 10, 2015 · 23 replies
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Mark in Paris recounts his transformative first encounter with the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711, a watch he initially didn't understand despite its forum popularity. His experience highlights how the watch's unexpected thinness and elegance led to an immediate appreciation, ultimately influencing his acquisition of a 5712 shortly after.

...for the first time, 3 years ago.

I wasn't a fan of this watch, even if I liked at that time the 70's design.

At the Patek 2012 novelties presentation in Paris, I met a fellow forumer who possessed the 5711 and I wanted to try it, just by curiosity.

It was the watch everybody was talking about of forums but I couldn't understand.

Well, as you imagine, it was love at first sight,  but not for the criteria I usually appreciated (movement and shape) but for its... thinness.

It was indeed so elegant and refined...

These are the two bad pictures I took during that night but I can't get rid of watching and which made me acquire my 5712 two weeks later.

Just www.mylife.com.. ..

Have a great week everyone smile

Cheers, Mark













PS: Oh I know you tried clicking on the link, didn't you ?



This message has been edited by Mark in Paris on 2015-05-10 12:07:18

About the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711

The Patek Philippe reference 5711/1A-011, part of the Complications collection, is distinguished by its white dial, offering a different aesthetic compared to other dial variations within the 5711 series. This particular configuration provides a clean and legible presentation, appealing to collectors who prefer a more understated yet refined look. It represents a specific iteration of a well-known Patek Philippe model, recognized for its integrated design.

The watch features a 40mm stainless steel case, housing the self-winding Caliber 26-330 SC movement. This movement provides a power reserve of 45 hours. The case is fitted with a sapphire crystal, contributing to its water resistance of 120 meters. The fixed bezel and integrated bracelet are characteristic elements of its construction.

This reference appeals to collectors interested in the evolution of Patek Philippe's offerings, particularly those seeking specific dial colors within established model lines. Its production run from 2019 to 2021 marks it as a relatively recent, yet now discontinued, variant. The watch's specifications align with Patek Philippe's standards for mechanical timepieces.

Specifications

Caliber
Cal.26-330 SC
Case
Stainless Steel
Diameter
40mm
Dial
White
Water Resist.
120m
Crystal
Sapphire

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Speedie74 aka Mr. Torquise
May 10, 2015

I always liked the Royal Oak Jumbo better than the Nautilus. But the more I see the Patek, the more I like it.. The Link doesn't work! Yours, Adam

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dr.kol
May 10, 2015

3712 a bit later. My 5711 I bought in the end of January this year. This watch is making me humble; it is so thin, so comfortable, so elegant and the dial makes me speechless... There is no other watch I would nowadays wear more as an everyday watch as my 5711. When I placed the watch on my wrist for the first time, it was instant love. Best, Kari

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amanico
May 10, 2015

Aaah, no I never open external links, I don't have the time. ;) Best, Nicolas

MA
Mark in Paris
May 10, 2015

Maybe further on the road, that's all I wish to you :) Cheers, Mark

MA
Mark in Paris
May 10, 2015

The RO is more on the sporty side of the street whereas the 5711 is more on the dressy one. Clearly a watch to try at least once :) Cheers, Mark

MA
Mark in Paris
May 10, 2015

and I noticed than when we come in the Nautilus world we are quite enclined to be attracted by other references as well! Cheers Kari, Mark

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