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My First Patek
So after having a tough time choosing between which Nautilus to be my first Patek,
I have finally decided and chose the 5712/1A
Many suggested the 5980/1A or even the 5711/1A
But I think the asymetric dial on this one with moon phase is much more attractive..
And the the fact that this has a nice thin case, adds it up nicely to my collection, that mostly have thicker cases
I'm really happy with this piece and I hope this will not be my last Patek
Best,
Sam
I have finally decided and chose the 5712/1A
Many suggested the 5980/1A or even the 5711/1A
But I think the asymetric dial on this one with moon phase is much more attractive..
And the the fact that this has a nice thin case, adds it up nicely to my collection, that mostly have thicker cases
I'm really happy with this piece and I hope this will not be my last Patek
Best,
Sam
Excellent choice
Dear Sam, congratulations on your new Nautilus. It sits really nice on your wrist. A great watch for all occasions.
Sam.....
Truly....congratulations to you. Wear this watch in good health.
Stare at it constantly. And love it......
So pleased for you
Joe
Thanks Joe!
There's so much going on on the dial, when I took it out under the sun, it is simply stunning
Thanks for your kind words!
Sam
Thanks for your kind words!
Sam
Huge congrats!
The 5712 is my fav Nautilus!
The 240 caliber will bring you a lot of pleasure.
Fx
The 240 caliber will bring you a lot of pleasure.
Fx
Great choice indeed!
The asymmetrical dial and complication coupled with the sportiness and bracelet make this piece a winner! Congrats and ENJOY!
Indeed!
The bracelet , despite brings a lot of sportiness is still very elegant
Glad I've chosen this
Cheers
Sam
Congrats, Sam. That is a fine, very fine catch.
Dial and movement, of course!
Bravo.
Nicolas
Was inspired by some of the old post
From you with some nice photo of the 5712 Nicolas
Thank you!
Sam
I would have chosen the same Nautilus.
The dial is stunning and taking into account the complication, the watch is simply stunning.
The older brother that is slightly smaller, send regards.
Best, Kari
Thank you Kari
Is there any other differences between these 2 brothers, other than the font on the date and case size?
A nice one by the way!
Cheers
Sam
3712 vs 5712
The main difference is the case construction. The 3712 has the original two-piece case while the 5712 (and all current Nautilus) is three-piece. In addition, the "ear" shape is different, the older one has straight ones while the current one has curved ones. Also, there are much fewer 3712 on the market than 5712. If I remember correctly, 3712 was produced only one year.
For me, very personally, 5712 looks more pleasing due to revised dial prints while 3712 has more traditional roots (esp. the above two characters regarding case).
Both are great watches. and my slight preference goes to 3712.
Thanks for the explanation..
I personally think the 5712/1A is more pleasing aesthetically , due to improved construction and dial
But I'm very sure the 3712/1A is much more special
Cheers
Sam
But I'm very sure the 3712/1A is much more special
Cheers
Sam
There are a lot.
The main difference is that 3712 is having a case made of two parts while 5712 a case made of three parts. In the latter you get access to the movement by opening the case back but in the 3712 the whole case must be opened from the lugs. Just lie the port hole of a ship. The case design of 3712 is the one designed by Gerald Genta.
Some other differences:
3712/1 5712/1
Crown Push down Screw down
Case width 42 mm 43 mm
Case thickness 8.37 mm 8.52 mm
Case a 3 and 9 o'clock Straight Shaped
Direction of the date numbers Same as reading direction Partly turned
7 o'clock markers Present Absent
6 o'clock marker Rectangular Rounded off
Hour and minute hands Slimmer Thicker
Plus a little bit different hour markers - 3712 have slimmer ones.
The bracelets are quite diffent. The center parts of the bracelet of 3712 are more rounded and it looks like there is much more hand work in the bracelet of 3712. It also feels slimmer but I have not measured that (yet). Finally, screw are used in the bracelet of 3712. In my eyes the color of the dials is not identical.
Even there are a lot of differences between 3712 and 5712, they are still the same watch on the wrist.
I hope this answered your question.
Best, Kari
Thanks for your very detailed asnwer Kari!
I too, agree the color of the dial is different, from my observations from the photos I've seen around
Thanks again for your detailed answers, it definitely answers my curiosity
Best,
Sam
Thanks again for your detailed answers, it definitely answers my curiosity
Best,
Sam
Congratulations Sam............
That is an excellent choice for your first Patek.
I have to admit that I love the way that the colour of the dial changes under different light.
Gristar, thank you for your informative post regarding the 2 different models.
Thank you!
I agree!
And that's one reason why the blue dial will always be my choice for the Nautilus
Best,
Sam
And that's one reason why the blue dial will always be my choice for the Nautilus
Best,
Sam
Congrats !
that's a very handsome Nautilus.. and you can't go wrong with 5712. Enjoy !
Selamat , gong xi , Congrates SAM
So finally its done, and you made the right choice . as long as your are happy we are Happy for you bro .
Enjoy it, until the next Patek arrives 
Best
Iceman
Thank you bro!
And thanks for sharing your passion for Patek with me, and now I get to appreciate it more
Well.. to be honest, the next one have already arrived)
Hope everything is well with you
Best,
Sam
Well.. to be honest, the next one have already arrived
)Hope everything is well with you
Best,
Sam
Cogratz!
Sam, Congrats this was an excellent choice. I derive so much pleasure from my 5712/1A after having owned a 5711 for a while. I loved the elegant simplicity of the 5711 but was attracted to the 5712 because to me, it's more interesting to look at and is truly one of the most unique and unusual sports watches ever designed. The fact that its complications are housed in a case with a similar footprint as the 5711 is what really appealed to me. There is an excellently written review that was published here a while back which is what really "sealed the deal" with me last summer - almost a year ago today. I do admit there are occasions when I second guess my decision to trade in my beautiful 5711, but those feelings disappear every time I wear this masterpiece. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine! Cheers!
This message has been edited by mauiguy on 2013-07-06 03:17:30
This message has been edited by mauiguy on 2013-07-06 03:17:30
The 5711/A is also a very nice piece...
I once considered it as a good friend suggested me that the 5711/1A is the one to get
But I guess the 5712/1A is more unique due to the dial
Thanks for your kind words mauiguy! Hope to see some photos of your 5712
Best,
Sam
But I guess the 5712/1A is more unique due to the dial
Thanks for your kind words mauiguy! Hope to see some photos of your 5712
Best,
Sam
Congratz
Hey Sam,
As also an owner of a 5712 I would of course share your opinion: It's a great choice!
Take care of her.
Cheers,
Mark