Patek Philippe

Hi all, Here's one of my pieces I wear the most often, it's a ref. 3800a retailed by Beyer. Having owned or extensively worn just about every Nautilus reference (a few exceptions), I can officially retire from the family and say the 3800 is my favourite t...  

A certain nostalgia, good memories. And the double signature is perfect. Balances the dial. Best wishes! 😊 Geross

I think the patina here comes from humidity which we can also see from close up has left its mark on the hands. Luckily, the tritium from the indices and hands isn't cracked or damaged but wonderfully aged to a nice cream colour. All the best, M.

As an owner of several Nautilus references, you've made an interesting and educated choice (that I'm sure is shared by a significant portion of other collectors) by settling on a 3800 as opposed to, for instance, a 3700 or 5711. Looking forward to seeing ... 

The comfort on the wrist due to the size is what really won me over. I began with a regular 3700 and absolutely adored it - I then "upgraded" to a Gubelin 3700 and at the same time this Beyer was offered to me by my good friend and dealer - he told me to ... 

the movement. I bought mine in 1987 and bought my wife their ladies version (quartz). The split-stem movement in the 3800's was one of the few Patek movements that didn't wear the Geneva Seal I'm hoping that your stem doesn't come out as often as mine did... 

Luckily I've never had that problem on any of my 3800s - however, getting the crown out is always tough and a bit of a stressful moment haha. As I wear it everyday though I rarely need to pull the crown out. M.

My issues were on those 30 day months and I had to advance the date. More important that you wear in good health and stay safe. Miki

Yeah that's for sure, it is a little risky every time that crown gets pulled out I agree !

under the radar only for its owner and people in the know ! 👍

Wonderful watch and certainly unique! But, is it my eyes or does the 12 o’clock marker look uneven(right side marker shorter than the left) Not a problem since this means the watch is handcrafted and not all are “perfect”. Sort of adds to the allure of th... 

is quite common on many Nautilus... Below a pic of my 3800... also for me the best PP iteration of all the Nautilus family, so comfortable on the wrist, flying under the radar, right sized, with a slight patina adding some charm... Happy Sunday to all of ...  

As Luca pointed out, the indices were hand applied so it is quite common for them not to be perfectly aligned. However they are both identical in shape and size. From face on the slight misalignment isn't noticeable - being the kind of guy that will turn ... 

The black date is indeed something that I hadn't mentioned - I'll talk more about it in a future post of a more special watch M.

Didn’t catch that at first glance and now looking at it certainly is unique! Please do explain. Thanks!

The black date wheels were used on early 3800s both on the steel, yellow gold, only one rose black date that I know of - haven't seen a white gold or platinum with black date but I'm sure they're out there. M.

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Beautiful ! Is this your watch ? I remember seeing it up for sale by European Watch Co. a while back but there's probably 2-3 out there. The 5800 is already a rare bird but with the Tiffany stamp even more so ! Congrats M.

always in bank...too small even for my little wrist ( 6.5 inch). A 5711 on my wrist now... ...  

5711 is perfect on your wrist ! Love it M.