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Sorry, Kari, but it pains me to have to say that...
your wrists are definitely not in the least bit photogenic. 
In respect of the watches – as much as the embossing isn’t as quite in your face as the press release renders (presumably – and if so, like most of the industry, they need to dial it back a bit or just wait and bother making the effort to photograph their new pieces properly!), I still consider it to be a vulgarity on a Patek, and very unbecoming of such an exalted brand.
The diamond baguettes should’ve been replaced with ruby ones, since Ruby marks a 40th Anniversary, but having already done that for “regular” models, they completely painted themselves into a corner on that one.
Personally, the 40th should’ve been marked with a return to the original 3700 (blue/black dial and SS), but with the seconds hand, so as not to be an identical copy.
I do like that they’ve printed the brand name on a block (for want of a better descriptive term), which mirrors what they do/did with the ‘ordinary’ Pt950 5711.
Still can’t stand the chronograph – nice idea in theory, but whether Mrs Stern designed it or not, it smacks of a fundamental lack of understanding of aesthetic design principles.
Nautilus 40 years Anniversary models
Dear Friends, I do not comment yet these watches. Even Patek Philippe were very aware of my earlier comments, I was offered an opportunity to study the watches closer. I took wrist shots from different angles in order to help you to form a better idea tha...
Many thanks Kari for the photos ! As I expected,
the diamond markers do not look bling bling and printing of the years look quite subtle. Do the dials have the same blue hue ? How does the blue compare to regular 5711 and 5711P ? Cheers, Gordon
True! The diamonds are not "Bling Bling"
It's even difficult to realise that diamonds are used when the watch is on the wrist. The dials are more blue and less grey than the standard dial. I can't say about the standard 5711P - I handled the watch a lot a year ago but can't say exactly about the...
Wow, based on your renewed feelings, you ...
need to get both then ! Best of luck and let us know how it goes. Cheers, Gordon p.s. Based on official photos, I thought and hoped that the blue in he dials for 40th would be a lighter and brighter one than the regular 5711. Obviously not after you have ...
i think those are things that make you strong :)
with the things you listed above, who needs watches.
My Mrs. do not always seem to agree...
But implement the classic Greek democracy in my household consisting four daughters, wife and a bitch dog: "One Man, one Vote". Best, Kari
Like them and prefer 5711P ,but
I do not love them enough to put my name on the list. Great photos +++++ Thank you Kari. Best, Patrickh
Thanks a lot for sharing!
From the picture seems the engraving on dial is almost invisible? Is it so in real life? If so it will be a great news: subtle engrave that you will only notice at certain angle！
The anniversary print is nearly invisible and please note that the watch is much smaller
than the press photos or mine. I guess the owner will see the text because the owner knows that the print is there. But for sure a person next to the owner will not see the print nor understand that the indexes are actually diamonds. Best, Kari
okay than the time only is totally for you :) if you don't get it
you might regret it like the previous platinum Nautilus. This watch is certainly not going to lose a lot of value..so if someone that loves nautilus can afford it should go for it.
Yes. And no.
I see your point. What has caused a lot of thinking to me is the idea I have about Nautilus: A luxury watch made of steel. Best, Kari
I think they are yours if you decide to order them.
This is in light of PP allowing you to play and take photos for this awesome post!
I guess that I would have reasonable changes to get one or two.
But I have been a relatively good client and I know that Patek appreciate their "regulars". Best, Kari
the Naughty-Lust ! Get them both Kari, they are simply stunning.
and maybe you manage to get me one 5711, too? Go for them, they are really nice watches. Best Moritz
Naughty-Lust. That's a good one.
If I get something, one is enough. Are you looking for 5711A or P? Best Kari
I already loved them!
Great shots and the dial on the 5711P looks absolutely stunning when it goes very dark blue/black.
The blue brings into my mind Andaman Sea
and its deep blue waters. By the way: one of the finest diving spots of the whole world. If I would buy (and get the allocation), I would use once 5711P and a dive. No weights needed on the left side... Best, Kari
I have so many dives under my
belt that I do not need much weights. Perhaps 2 x 5711P would do. Best, Kari
thank you Kari for the shots
I like them and have put my name down for both, but I am not bullish on chances!
Hi Confers, which of the
two do you like better? For me, I like the 5711 more because of my small wrist. The chrono would fit you well ! Cheers, Gordon
Hi Gordon
I think the Chrono because of the size but having seen neither in the flesh I need to reserve judgment! What remains clear is that the live photos are indeed giving a far more appealing impression of them both.
If you are based in the US..
The AD can submit your name on their allocation, and place a wait list for next year.
The color combination are very nice and the watches look fantastic imho...
First, thank you very much for sharing those wristshots, they are very rare and often low quality, this will definitely help people make a little clearer opinion but especially allow watch fans to have a closer look at them. It is much appreciated Kari. F...
I got from Patek a great (but probably unofficial) explanation:
When 3700 was introduced 40 years ago, Patek fans were screaming. Such design, steel, weird, non-Patek and everything one can imagine. Forty years later Patek wanted to shake again and get strong reactions just like they got 40 years earlier. I heard in G...
didn't change my mind
Loved them from the beginning. Absolutely gorgeous watches, for me the 5711 is by far the best Thanks for these live pics Kari
Thanks for the pictures!
The 5711 is beautiful and I would say a killer if it wasn\'t for that writing on the dial. The chrono is simply to big (for my taste). And I\'ve got the same wrist size as you so it\'s absolutely doable but the size just doesn\'t fit the watch IMO. It isn...
I pretty much agree with you.
I could wear the chrono without problems. It has the same thickness as 5980 and in a bigger case the watch wears slim! Best, Kari
They are well done watches.
My only comment is that they are suppose to be sport watches in the maritime mode , so to be made of platinum would contradict the sports mode then it has bling. Making it more dress watch than a sports watch. But this just my opinion. But its an annivers...
Yes Geross...
I refused one year ago the standard 5711P by saying "Nautilus is a maritime inspired sports watch and it should be made of steel". A month later I regretted but the watch was gone already. I think it's suitable to celebrate 40 years with a platinum versio...
well writing or not the anniversary is more special than the 5711..so if you don't get it ..
you might regret it! I would also say that is a good investment.
Yes, there's a lot to consider.
However, I am buying only watches I also wear. Investments: I like e.g. land. Best, Kari
I agree but I think you might end up wearing this one..unless
you found it too heavy than no. My experience with a full platinum watch is limited to the day date 36mm platinum. After one or two days I was totally okay with the weight and I don't regret buying it. In fact it is one of the watches I wear the most. Thi...
I have roughly a dozen of platinum Patek
and I always love the additional weight the material gives. Furthermore, I love the cold platinum colour. So the weight is not the issue. Best, Kari
The blue hue is lovely.
Thanks for sharing the pics Kari. Out of curiosity, Is this blue the same as the \'other\' 5711P?
I think it is very similar.
But I played with the standard 5711P one year or so ago. Anyhow, the blue is great! Best, Kari
Do you have photos of the back?
Still not loving the epitaph on the dial, but that's it. Many customers will be happy to receive their anniversary nautilus
From the back 5711 is same as the standard
version and the chronograph movement is the same as in 5980. I did not take photos from the back because I did not want to show the serial #. Best, Kari
Thanks for the shots, Kari!
In my opinion, the watch looks much better than expected!
thx for the live pics !
loved them both from the beginning, (except the price .....) so that means i will have to sell some pieces of my collection to fund these whenever i would be able to get them but I think I would wear them a lot so that 's a good reason i guess
Perhaps a kidney...
I think that if you love them and would also wear the watches, it's the way to go! Best, Kari
Not sure these pieces are signifying any direction.
They stand on their own as anniversary pieces and should be appreciated as such.
Let's hope so.
I just wonder how much the fifty years anniversary watches will glitter... I hope they rather go towards complications. Best, Kari
I only can say there is huge difference between both Paltinum watches
1. the size 2. the anniversary print 3. the diamonds The only thing which is better is the kork Box
The size is the same
.and concerning the diamonds ... I don't like luminova so I might prefer discrete diamond baton markers
Indeed, the diamonds are very discrete
taking into account that they are diamonds. Best, Kari
Maybe someone did ask before me but
How does the 5711p weight feels? Heavier than what you own for example?
It feels very heavy - like it would be made of massive platinum.
It's heavier than the WG oversized chronograph. But it feel cool and good! Best, Kari
Haha :-)
Can\'t wait... Do you have an approximate delivery date ? Whole year or two years of manufacturing?
Dear Kari.....
But the question is will you order one...? I sense your still not convinced and I assume it is the writing on the dial which although is subtle when viewed in real life is obviously still maybe an issue..? What would you do if they put the diamonds on the...
If they put diamonds everywhere,
I will buy ALS & VC. But I doubt. Perhaps I need to go for the platinum version. That would be something very different. Best, Kari
Go for it....
I'm interested to see what comes out next Basel from Rolex for their 50th anniversary....should be interesting. Andy.
I love also some Rolex models
like Submariner and Daytona. I think Rolex represent unbeatable value for our money. Best, Kari
I feel foolish!
previously I bashed the anniversary models from just one illustrated photo. Terrible on my behalf, your real life personal photos have inspired new respect into the models. Let us know which model you decide to buy.
In my humble opinion they both look nice
The diamond indices are fine and actually look good, I don't usually like diamonds. I personally don't like the 40th anniversary on the dial, even though it does not look very obvious. Just not my thing. I prefer a dial with not too much writing. The size...
Yes, same with me. Diamonds are in my book for ladies.
However, in these watches the diamonds are not obvious. And I agree, the less text on the dial, the better. Best, Kari
Well, I think you should go for it
even if you don't warm up to them they will become more valuable with time and you can still get your money back, if not more. They are special pieces after all. The question is whether you are going to get something that you have fallen in love with or a...
Patek service can make miracles with their cases and basically any platinum case can be
made like new. Best, Kari
I love them
They are beautiful, especially the dark color changes on the dial. To be honest, I forgot about the date markings until it was mentioned on the posts. It just shows how subtle they are.
Patek has some wonderful cufflinks.
I have the pictured ones also in YG and RG. But my favorite are Nautilus cufflinks. Those are great with 3700, 5711, 5712 or 5980. Naturally with blue dial. Best, Kari
I think that the most important factor in buying a watch is does it have ...
the "Wow" factor for the person contemplating the purchase? Is it something that literally creates a tingling sense of excitement and joy when looking at the watch in the metal. To buy a watch because, "I really don't like diamond markers but they don't l...
Totally agree with you
Especially when it comes to Patek Philippe, people focus a lot on the value, the speculation etc... This is natural I guess but I think it should really come back to how a watch pleases us. There are many novelties I saw from Patek or other brands that we...
I think one must be a realist...
Even we do not discuss value here, naturally people think about the same. If we buy a new Ferrari, that involves a lot of thinking and discussing and also in such a discussion value plays a big role. These two anniversary Nautilus cost as much as a Ferrar...
Of course, I remember we had a discussion on this
It is normal to include this matter in the decision making, especially at these significant price points. Cheers, Mark
Absolutely agree.
I\'m not a multi millionaire so I would never have bought all the watches I own now if I wouldn\'t be able to get at least 80% of the monetary value back of what I paid when I bought them (new). Obviously it\'s about the watch itself. But if they would on...
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