Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 Acquisition

Pur1st · 2012-01-05T19:02:27Z

Pur1st shares the unboxing and wrist impressions of a Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712. Discover why this complicated sports watch is a collector favorite.

Pur1st shares the excitement of acquiring a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5712, an unplanned New Year's gift. The post captures the unboxing experience and showcases the watch on the wrist, alongside another fine timepiece from the author's collection.

posted this earlier. Though it's my unplanned New Year Gift (got it on Dec 30), i supposed there is nothing too late for everything.

Its a real beauty, and its worth my efforts getting it.

1. Sealed, before letting it breathe outside

2. Taken it out from the outside box, check out the delicate baby scissor i used to unseal it.

3. Finally, on my wrist

4. Along with the other fine piece i have .....

Enjoy

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 is praised for its comfort and elegance, making it a superior sports watch compared to others.
The use of the Caliber 240 with added complications in a Nautilus case was a 'genius' move by Patek Philippe, creating a highly sought-after sports watch with an untypical complication.
The 5712 is considered the best of the Nautilus line, offering a perfect blend of comfort and thinness, making it less vulnerable than larger sport watches.
The Nautilus 5712 and the accompanying A. Lange & Söhne timepiece are seen as two watches with distinct characters and contrasting styles, both deserving of cult status.
The author expresses enjoyment of the 'unboxing' process, from fully dressed to fully undressed, highlighting the tactile experience of acquiring the watch.

The Discussion

dr.kol

Jan 5, 2012

Till today I have never been wearing any other sporting watch which would come even close to 5712 when both comfort and elegance are concerned. Enjoy yours often! Best regards, Kari

amanico

Jan 5, 2012

Congratulations. This 5712 is a really nice Nautilus, with a captivating dial. Enjoy! Best, Nicolas.

tumahuk

Jan 6, 2012

It looks very nice on your wrist. Wear it in best of health. Ps. Love your Lange too

Pur1st

Jan 6, 2012

You re right . Indeed i feel it very comfy to wear , just the right size for me. owing its thinness, its practically less vulnerable compared to other big sport watches.... thanks, kari......

Pur1st

Jan 6, 2012

Nico, I enjoy the process, From fully dressed to fully undressed....LOL Thanks for looking

Pur1st

Jan 6, 2012

The Lange 1 , huh? I like to stare at the movement and the reflection view from different angles. Rgds

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