jimjenkins
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This model is targeted for collectors and resellers only imo.
Jun 02, 2018,00:40 AM
To me the idea of Nautilus is its sportiness and sturdiness. This model offers none of these.
White gold bracelet in a sports watch ??? Definitely not for outdoor fans. Just look at Rolex wg bands. They look worn out or distressed in few months when used on a daily basis.
SS case and band would definitely been better.
No seconds hand ??? I thought sports watches should provide a means to time events. This model lacks this as well. This is the most important negative to me.
What is left is a heavy, sporty looking dress watch good to wear at the office and evening events but not for daily wear.
Definitely a good move by Patek to boost up the hype in the Nautilus department which will undoubtedly create great profit margins in the grey market as well. Win-win for Patek and secondary market resellers.
The more I see Patek departs from and manipulates the Nautilus line, the more I am repelled from my favorite brand. What a shame. I sure miss the leadership of Philippe Stern. But, hey, all good things eventually must come to an end, right. Nothing is permanent except change.
Cheers
Jim