Patek Philippe: Travel & Wristshot Macao

joenghenry · 2023-07-13T11:42:15Z

Explore joenghenry's Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5740/1G on a Macao family trip. Collectors discuss water resistance and travel with luxury watches.

In this engaging post, joenghenry shares a glimpse into his family's summer retreat to Macao, capturing the essence of a luxury vacation. Beyond the picturesque scenery and family moments, Henry's choice of wristwear, a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5740/1G, sparks a lively discussion among collectors about the practicalities of high-end timepieces in aquatic environments. His personal experiences offer valuable insights for those contemplating similar adventures with their own Patek Philippe Nautilus.

As my daughter just came back from boarding school, our family had a short break at the nearby Macao. Wonderful weather, resort and food. Creating fond memories for the family 🥰.

Wish all members a great summer vacation too!

Best, Henry

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5712, despite its 60m water resistance rating, is considered a suitable companion for summer vacations and swimming by some collectors, with personal accounts of successful water exposure.
There is a common curiosity among collectors regarding why most Nautilus references are rated for 120m water resistance, while specific models like the 5712 are rated at 60m.
The presence of a screwed-down crown is perceived by some as a critical factor in a watch's water resistance, even when the official rating is the same as models without one.
Experiences with other watch brands suggest that a 60m water resistance rating can be sufficient for activities like swimming, snorkeling, and showering without issue.
Traveling to Macao from Hong Kong can be done via the Hong Kong-Macao bridge by bus or by high-speed ferry, with the ferry being a quicker option.

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ArmisT

Jul 13, 2023

And equally magnificent city!

1WatchMan

Jul 13, 2023

Glad to see that you're fully enjoying your Nautilus 😉 By the way, are you comfortable swimming with it? It is only rated 60m, right? I was never confident to do it with my 5712, although I would love to (I would then take it on vacation more often, missing it right now... hehehe).

David Allen

Jul 13, 2023

I swim, snorkel, shower, and do cannonballs in another 60m watch not named Patek and I've never had a problem with it.

David Allen

Jul 13, 2023

I wish Vegas was more like this.

KCLQMULKU

Jul 13, 2023

Thank you so much for sharing!

GLau

Jul 13, 2023

MAN ! Enjoy the family vacation and hope you win enough in casinos for another 5740 !💪

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