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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
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 attracti...
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
Huge congrats!
The 5712 is my fav Nautilus! 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 on...
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
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...
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
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
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
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 tr...
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
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
Hi Mark!
Your review of the watch was one of the key reason why I chose it It's a very enjoyable piece to be worn Thank you! Sam
Superb photos of a ...
great watch. Congrats! Hope it will make you smile for a very long time :-) Oliver