Patek Philippe Nautilus Blue Dial: A Collector's Shifting Perspective

Key Points from the Discussion

• The presence of a screen protector on the sapphire crystal is unnecessary and counterproductive, as sapphire is highly scratch-resistant, unlike smartphone screens.
• Current production Nautilus models, being mass-produced, are unlikely to become significant collector's items for several decades, with vintage references like the 3700 remaining preferred by collectors.
• Some collectors find the execution of certain Nautilus models, despite their high MSRP, does not fully align with expectations, suggesting that the 5740G for its weight and the 5712 for its design are more compelling.
• There's a shared sentiment that the owner should remove the protective film and fully enjoy wearing such an iconic timepiece.
• The initial viewing of the watch, particularly its blue dial, was impactful enough to convert the original poster into a 'big fan' of the reference.