Originally, I wanted a 3800J with a blue dial (black calendar disc), but I couldn't find one in good condition. At that time, I found a beautiful ceramic dial and a blue dial (from the same era) for sale, so I bought them and replaced them.
3800 is navy dial, 5065 is black This 3800/1J originally had a white dial called βceramic", but I purchased a navy dial separately and installed it. I think the 3800j with a black calendar disc is rare. The clasp is not a J type for ease of use (durabilit...
side by side to compare and contrast them: very similar and yet so different The yellow gold of the 3800 also looks very different than the 5065. What is their age difference ?
It is a masterpiece. Much better than the Nautilus for me of all versions Iβve seen. But 5167 and the other newer Aquanauts lack the charm. Your collection is off the charts amazing. Itβs such a privilege to enjoy your posting along with all the other ama...
Recently I have been checking 3800J/3 Nautilus quite a bit..... unfortunately I've never had a chance to try 3800 on my wrist in person. I do own 5065 on strap (and bracelet) and the watch is about perfect size to my eyes on my 6.75" (cca 17cm) wrist. Act...