Patek Philippe

tahoeblue
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I don't think Patek is trying to emulate a Rolex sport watch with the Nautilus, but it is always interesting how a Nautilus thread turns to criticism of these models as sport watches.  Also interesting how the thread turns toward criticism of these models since they are not quite a 5070, 5146, or another more complicated or elegant that are so-called "classic" Pateks.

I would argue that the Nautilus is a "classic" Patek.  Been around for over 30 years, a design which has well stood the test of time and only has gotten better.  Anyway, I would suggest discussing these watches in their proper context.  Patek has a good description--"casual elegance."  I would wear my 5711 for just about anything--casual or elegant.  Would I wear it scuba diving?  Probably not--but not because it would not stand up, but probably because I would feel better wearing a $5K watch for that purpose than one that costs $20K.

Great to have a Submariner and a 5146 in a collection along with a Nautilus.  If I could only have one it would definitely be a Nautilus.  Of the line I have come to appreciate the simple and classic 5711 most of all.  Though I would not mind a 5980..........