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Lots of Nautilus love here lately...
Sadly this piece hasn't seen daylight this year. It used to be an enjoyable Q-watch.
We live in such a graceless age... 😄
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Lots of Nautilus love here lately...
Sadly this piece hasn't seen daylight this year. It used to be an enjoyable Q-watch. Cast your mind back to when non-WIS weren't aware of the P, and when no one outside watch circles cared about Nautilus. When Patek was discretion and valour... Is there a...
Hot pieces are like Swatch
They keep mechanical watchmaking alive and make people aspire to have a mechanical watch in the age when it is not needed and Apple Watch has 1000x more functionalities for a fraction of price. I don’t have problem with them - the ‘hot piece fatigue’ only...
I believe temporary (or even long term) trends shouldn’t affect how we live our passion as collectors, especially when it comes to a brand like Patek...
You are raising a rather common (and reasonable) concern, but in the end, as an enthusiast/connoisseur, I’m sure you are capable of viewing your Pateks independently of the hype Instagram has created around certain references...A 5711 should mean to us no...
I remember ,long time ago
ir was a shot of a P here or on the german forum IDK,it was like a black swan or an ancient legend! I m really excited what will be the next contender ,maybe FPJ or one of the indies?time will tell(pun intended)
I have the same feeling...
...I like any PP the same as before, but I would prefer the Nautilus not being so hyped. I had 5712 in 2007 already, when Rolex-nerds asked me, when I‘ll buy a decent watch. Now they ask me, how I got it, what I payed etc. I liked it more to be under the ...
Excellent points all, thank you.
Fashions and feelings are ultimately ephemeral. p.boxster: I got a kick out of your reply, very similar experiences 😂
I will be honest, it absolutely influences what I wear in certain company/circumstances.
There is some baggage as you call it associated with this watch and others. Does it impact my desire or appreciation for the watch? I don’t think so. But it probably impacts my enjoyment. I will also add, the price / market value has a direct correlation ...
Well said
Honestly as a “new customer” i find it a little frustrating to not be able to get certain watches because of the hype, but it didn’t change my view on PP, and it shouldn’t change anyone’s desire to put one on their wrist. It’s a market issue, the brand ha...
Thank you...
If I have ruffled any feathers, I do humbly and sincerely apologise. That is the last thing I intend to do. I will keep these musings to myself going forward. The watch remains intrinsically and fundamentally the same. The things I like about it remain un...
You didn’t, I appreciate your words!
You didn’t, my friend! It’s always amazing to see more seasoned collectors into their journeys, and your thoughts and experience are very much appreciated. If I said anything that made it look like you’ve said anything other than what you actually did, I ...
Interesting question you asked ! IMO, most people are influenced by the majority.
Previously I did not have one. Since the 40th anniversary, the attention/hype placed the Nautilus has alerted and ignited my liking and appreciation of this watch. Your photo looks superb and the bright blue dial is simply lovely.
Hey Gordon,
Thanks for the kind words. Yes, Naut Fever 🕺🏻. But is your first love still enamel?
Yes, enamel is the true ...
LOVE ❤️ for yours truly “enamel addict/slave” !😇 The Rousseau lion 🦁 above all ! ...
Wow,
Fabulous and absolutely stunning. Love the varying depths and shades of greens. And the strap choice is perfect 👍👏🏻
Legendary!
Ah yes, I recall. The watch certainly found the right owner! Enjoy your weekend!
Wow!
I remember you had your picture taken with her as well from the NY Grand Exhibition? That is truly amazing to own the watch and then have the creator of the watch in the same picture. I’m sure it will be cherished for years or even decades to come!
Anita and I met in Singapore 🇸🇬 where we took photos with Anita Porchet having...
signed the ownership certificate! ...
Excuse my ignorance but ..
Can you enlighten me as to what are Q-watch and non-WIS ??
Pardon the dated vernacular
Perhaps some kind soul could teach me the current vocabulary. Q-watch, the horological equivalent of Q-car, a sleeper... 😊