Patek Philippe

with either Nauty, wear nicely on the wrist

Great choice Jerome

nt

Your post puts into words how most of us 5711/1A owners feel about what is undoubtedly the most elegant and understated steel "sports" watch on the market today.  Its longevity--introduced in the 1970s--attests to its timeless quality.  Although perhaps not the ultimate "too" watch, it nevertheless is a versatile one--appropriate with casual dress or a suit.  Thank you for your post; it only confirms what I have felt all along about the Nautilus.

Hi,

Thank you very much for your words.

And for confirming my impressions and opinion specially! 

Cheers

Dje

little time for me to get comfortable with it, now I'm talking about in the 80's when the Nautilus and Patek were not nearly as famous or as popular as they are today.  For me, it was an acquired liking, not instant.  What is amazing is that it seems the Nautilus did not become hot (popular) until they were temporarily discontinued, very much like the Daytona years ago.  I don't fully understand the phenomenon, but that seems to be what happened.

I don't necessarily agree with you regarding the "tool" watch notion or the RR reference of styling, etc., but it is PP's best effort thus far in producing a watch for the "action man".
That term was used by Patek in the 70-80's describing it in their brochures.

Now the thing to do of course is ...get one!

Hi,

In fact I've been a very long RR fan, even if the modern times are not as appealing as the past (but I love the Phantom).

Pre-war I particularly appreciate RR and Bugatti (Bentley, Alfa Romeo, Voisin coming only after).

So RR was my reference of excellence.

Charles Stewart Rolls was a real sportsman ( to the extent that he was the first English man killed in an aircraft crash).

Luxury and sport, that's it!

Cheers

Dje

...that it took some time for me to warm up to this watch, whereas I fell for certain competitors in the luxe toolwatch category (e.g. AP RO) right away.  I do enjoy the 5711/1A for its unique look and subtle power.  It has a wonderful, clean presence that has really grown on me.  I can feel your passion for it pouring off the page, as I read your loving ode to what IMO is one of the lasting designs in the horological world.

Great reading you, Dje!

Cheers,

Daos

nt This message has been edited by Dje on 2010-05-30 11:39:13

My stealth daily wearer. Nobody knows it's G!

Best Eric09

nt

idea of wearing one 

My top 4 everyday 'tool watches' i.e. the ones which I wear comfortably in any company or occasion all the time:

1. PP Nautilus 5711/1A

2. Titanium RM010

3. AP RO SS Perpetual

4. IWC SS Big Pilot 

Would be great if you shared some of your everyday 'tool watches' also?

Cheers,

Shary

1)  Eterna Kontiki Chronometre

2) JLC Polaris 1968

3) ....  no other that's it!

Cheers

Dje

... to fully 'accept' this watch (the whole Nautilus series in fact) , but a few weeks ago I took the risk of buying one 5980/1 and I have to say I didn't regret it untill now.  It's a very versatile watch IMO, you can wear it in almost any condition and it will always keep a flair of elegance and sportiveness without pushing the limits.

 

 

 

very elegant chrono......



cheers

It took me a long time to get used to these Nautilus series.
But finally I really love them.
GEO

Hi,

They don't get caught easily! 

Cheers

Dje

nt

the last picture is a real "killer"

Wow!

g

nt

... a sport watch. Holidays, week ends, swimming, etc. A great companion.

nt

more so than the Royal Oak in my opinion.

- SJX

nt

I understand you are in love

I also love the simplicity of the Nautilus and love the story behind the design.

I actually realy like the 1970's watch designs of Mr Genta, especially the AP RO and the PP Nautilus (who got its name from the sea animal (molluscs) Nautilus pompilius pompilius)

The story I believe says that Mr Genta invented the design while taking a walk on the seaside.. and saw a porthole

Actually I learned Gerald Genta rarely wears any watch at all.... Here a picture where he is

Cheers

Hans

 

 

This message has been edited by hans_jorgen_1968 on 2010-05-30 14:48:36

Any idea what GG is wearing?

cheers

fernando

nt

As I understood on a interview i read (in a german watch magazine) he rarely/never wears a watch at all. He doesnt want to make this -keeping time- beeing a hazzle and move him away from his creative thoughts

Cheers

Hans