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Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 under the loupe - Reposted ten years New for 2020
I just realized that I didn't have any mcros of this watch, so I decided to repair this injustice.
The 5712 is really a weird watch.
I remember the first time I saw pics of a Nautilus, I said to my self " noway, too weird ".
...Till a few years ago, a friend of mine came to see me with a 3712 on the wrist.
And when I saw the dial, I wondered how could I be so wrong wit this watch.
The dial is really sublime, and the 70ies look of the case is nothing except joy, admiration.
So, it is time to give it the Justice it deserves:
A superb grey blue dial, with a blend of different finishes
A Very nice Moonphase and Date subdial.
And now, the detail of the power reserve indicator:
And what to say about the movement, the famous , old, well known and reliable Cal 240?
Any resistance is futile!
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Nicolas
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 under the loupe - Reposted ten years New for 2020
I just realized that I didn't have any mcros of this watch, so I decided to repair this injustice. The 5712 is really a weird watch. I remember the first time I saw pics of a Nautilus, I said to my self " noway, too weird ". ...Till a few years ago, a fri...
Nice pics, but not at all for me
I've never been a big Nautilus fan, and I like this one less than the regular. Partially because there's so much happening on the dial, three subdials, all the stripes, etc. and partially because that movement COULD have been something like this Aaron...
LoL, Aaron, you're an old school guy, obviously!
But I have to say that I partially agree with you, about the RDM Hand. I would have prefered without, to say all. Best, my old friend. Nicolas
It goes with the territory
I see all those guys with suits and 45mm tunafish cans, so I wear dress watches with t-shirts to keep the universe in balance! A
Nicolas, I felt exactly like u...
... when i saw it the 1st time, i was like " Weird ugly watch for old retired well off man " When i saw it on someone wrist, my feeling towards it changed 180 degrees. Incredible, i flashed on it. Until now i cannot explain how is it possible that a watch...
The dial, my friend, the dial
It is really fascinating, with these grey blue reflects, and these subtle touches of colors. Alive and..Kicking! Then, the proportions, very thin, but also obviously dressy and soprty in the same time, very strange. I believe that this is a watch to get u...
it is indeed a nice watch
a friend of mine had a 3712 but sold it 1 year ago. but the bracelet felt too fragile. too thin for me
Wow ...
Amazing dial .... i'm a bit surprised ... your last picture makes this watch really look nice ... as you mentioned: this one has to been seen alive to appreciate it fully. Arrgh, you're a lucky guy ... El Bimbo
Love these beautiful macro shots Nicolas.
With the recent proliferation of detailed and well taken macro shots,I'm sure this will put some pressure on manufacturers to pay more attention to quality control. Any slight defect will be there for all to see! This is a great watch to wear and admire. ...
Sorry..No offence.....but.....
i think this watch , if it wasn't a Patek, would never even show up as a topic on any of these forums.... I won't go as far as calling it an ugly watch, but for me it has no appeal nor beauty. Sorry but that's just my opinion. I don't want to offend anyon...
Hi Cool
I am sure no one is offended by your honest opinion. If you don't like it, you don't like it - end of story. However, as Nicolas and others have mentioned, this is really a watch you need to see in the flesh and spend some time with to fully appreciate. I...
Yep, i have never been as impressed with a watch just as much as with the 5712. Its the reflections on the dial
But mostly the lightness of the watch. This is imo the perfect watch.
great photos of this Nautilus mon ami!
Thanks for always sharing your collection with us! A bientot Stephen
My Friend, you are absolutely right
this is indeed a very nice piece of art, you have to see it in flesh then you would love it, isnt a good piece of art can be make out of anything and in any form ? Nautilus become my very first PP, I just love it !!
great macro from those pics,..
..and stunning on the last one!! You capture it real well my friend. I'm another one who admire the beauty of 3712. The 5712.....has almost many things in common with the 3712. Really great watch to have in the collection. It also looks both sport and can...
Great “vintage” post. I thought the dial design too confusing until
I saw it in the metal a few months ago. I totally agree with the conclusion, which is this watch is a real beauty in action. Too bad to have sold it, but I’m sure the replacement(s) more than make up for it. Cheers AHo
Amazing dial plus amazing case makes an amazing watch.
Thanks for the very nice vintage post review. Great picture review.
Fall in love
the first time saw its advertisement and immediately put my name in the wait list...... This is my very first PP
Thanks Nico, amazing shots and great post as always
What to say about one of my all-time favorites? To me, this is the perfect Nautilus (originally the 3712 if you wish). I love symmetry in general, but this "messy" dial simply works. The whole watch is a masterpiece in terms of design and functionality.
Well, after all these years, I considered the three of them: 5711, 5712 and 5980. I had the 5712 for 4 years and let it go for the 5070G. If I had to get another Nautilus, it would probably be the 5980...
But the train has left the station without me... Now, it is too late... Best, Nicolas
You know the vintage watch world and the train station concept
I like you are used to buying vintage Rolex. In that world there is one rule in the jungle. Willing buyer and willing seller. No cry babies lol. Once you see how the vintage train works you are never afraid to hop on board at anytime.
I also lost that train unfortunately, not only once but twice
And I'm also tempted to let the 5712 go, but still resisting. The 5980 is simply gorgeous, but a bit taller and sportier. Don't get me wrong, I love it, but I prefer the thinner profile of the 5712.
You might be right, if you consider that a Nautilus must have an accentuated sporty character
The 5712 is definitely on the more elegant extreme of the sport-elegant range.