Patek 5711 Nautilus in white -- long review

[Hairdude1]

Thanks for the review! Great pics also

[cajunron]

What a stunning watch. Congrats.

[Urosfan]

Excellent review

[adsusanto]

Very very nice the Nautilus...it's a definite on my list

[busytimmy]

BUMP
Can we get an update from the OP please? Still loving the watch? Any more observations to share?

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by busytimmy

BUMP
Can we get an update from the OP please? Still loving the watch? Any more observations to share?

Simply put, I love my 5711 in white.

It has become my go to watch, getting the majority of wrist time. I have been spoiled for all other watches and I sold three to get this one and do not regret it one bit.

I am considering selling some others that I am not wearing, I find myself reaching for the 5711 in just about every case. I wear it to work and it gives me real pleasure to put it on with some jeans for a casual dinner out.

It has been running consistently -2 per day and wears great. Very comfortable. I used to enjoy the heavy feel of a larger watch but as I detailed in my original post, my weight loss and wrist shrinkage have given me more appreciation for a watch that is not top heavy or overly large.

If you have not looked at one, do so. If you have not tried one on, do so. I am not going to debate the blue vs. white as that has been done to death. I like both, I like my white dial as it is clean, sporty and very legible.

[Qimchi]

Let me input some of my own thoughts on the white dial 5711, which I have owned it for approx 10 mths now.

It has been my daily watch since I first bought it and am still loving it. So far, it only sustained minor hairline scratches given that I wear the watch with logical and reasonable care. Most of the scratches are found at the polished link area and more scratches towards the clasp. I suspect the scratches happened when I was using my laptop and contacts with cufflinks. I can say that even with these scratches, the 5711 still look pretty. It does not need to be in pristine condition to look like 5711.

In regards to the movement, I have not encountered any mechanical or physical issues. I believe most people will agree that the clasp for 5711 "seems fragile". But on average I put on/took out my watch about 2 times a day and I can say that it is still holding strong. My arm movement can also be quite big, which leads to the rotor winding the watch and I can tell you it is a big joy to hear it spin. And at times, I will purposely spin my watch just to hear the rotor...abit crazy I know...

Like many of the owners before me mentioned. This watch can be worn casually or formally and it really does so. It bend in particularly very well with my Silver iPhone 5S, tribute to Mont Blanc pen and my penguin attire (White shirt & black pants). Strangely I am finding myself getting stuffs that are silver, white and black to compliment my 5711......crazy again I know...

Personally I have yet to test the timing of the watch and I have not been in a situation whereby I need to change the time due to watch running either too fast or too slow. Call me crazy the 3rd time, but I always look forward to the months without 31 days so that I have a reason to pull out the crown and enjoy changing the date and winding the watch.

Here is a picture of my watch at the work desk (Friday is a dress down day )

[redsubby]

Hi Qimchi, how big is your wrist? Judging by the photo, just over 6 in?
Mine is between 6.75 and 7 and when I tried one on, it felt pretty small.

Originally Posted by Qimchi

Let me input some of my own thoughts on the white dial 5711, which I have owned it for approx 10 mths now.

It has been my daily watch since I first bought it and am still loving it. So far, it only sustained minor hairline scratches given that I wear the watch with logical and reasonable care. Most of the scratches are found at the polished link area and more scratches towards the clasp. I suspect the scratches happened when I was using my laptop and contacts with cufflinks. I can say that even with these scratches, the 5711 still look pretty. It does not need to be in pristine condition to look like 5711.

In regards to the movement, I have not encountered any mechanical or physical issues. I believe most people will agree that the clasp for 5711 "seems fragile". But on average I put on/took out my watch about 2 times a day and I can say that it is still holding strong. My arm movement can also be quite big, which leads to the rotor winding the watch and I can tell you it is a big joy to hear it spin. And at times, I will purposely spin my watch just to hear the rotor...abit crazy I know...

Like many of the owners before me mentioned. This watch can be worn casually or formally and it really does so. It bend in particularly very well with my Silver iPhone 5S, tribute to Mont Blanc pen and my penguin attire (White shirt & black pants). Strangely I am finding myself getting stuffs that are silver, white and black to compliment my 5711......crazy again I know...

Personally I have yet to test the timing of the watch and I have not been in a situation whereby I need to change the time due to watch running either too fast or too slow. Call me crazy the 3rd time, but I always look forward to the months without 31 days so that I have a reason to pull out the crown and enjoy changing the date and winding the watch.

Here is a picture of my watch at the work desk (Friday is a dress down day )

[myclue]

Beautiful!

[Qimchi]

Yes sir. My wrist is around 6". In fact I kind of wish I have a bigger wrist so that I would not miss out on so many beautiful and big watches. I saw many pictures of other owners with bigger wrist size and I thought the 5711 fits them perfectly.

I think the 5711 is probably my max size. Believe it or not, I was initially thinking of 5800 instead.

[redsubby]

Originally Posted by Qimchi

Yes sir. My wrist is around 6". In fact I kind of wish I have a bigger wrist so that I would not miss out on so many beautiful and big watches. I saw many pictures of other owners with bigger wrist size and I thought the 5711 fits them perfectly.

I think the 5711 is probably my max size. Believe it or not, I was initially thinking of 5800 instead.

I actually think the 5711 looks good on your smaller wrist. For me, I think it'd be too small. For some reason it wears pretty small.

[Nytol]

A fantastic read.

I love the 5711 in white, I tried to get one from a couple of places a few months ago, but ultimately had no luck.

I’d previously tried the AP15400 in white and did not like it, but a twist of fate had me try the 15300, and I loved it, so got one.

I’m not actively seeking the 5711 right now as I’m enjoying the AP, but will no doubt be looking to add one in the new year.

[Turkish]

Super review, thanks.

[MATCH1969]

Bought mine last Summer and still in love with it !

[sea-dweller]

Great review!

[Tony-GB]

Love coming back to this review. Any more updates...?

[Joshuamaxkatz]

Super pretty; congrats!

[ksbjkn]

Great review!

[Louribal]

Awesome review and pics

[Touring]

One of the better reviews I've read. Congratulations!

[Fleekk]

I totally enjoy the review.

I am currently considering the blue dial but I got a question, does is this beauty a hairlines magnet on the dial?

[mario belgium]

This review is superb,

[Rashid.bk]

Awesome review. Thank you for taking the time Brian.

[locutus49]

I would be interested if it came in WG to add some weight. It is a nice looking watch. It just felt a bit light on my wrist. But it looks great on both of you guys. Superb review.

[engin33r]

Nice.... thanks for the review

[GB-man]

Thanks for the update brian. Your review was critical in my ability to assess the white before acquiring it myself this spring

[topcat30093]

Thanks for your update.

Good to read that you are still enjoying it and equally important wearing it on a very regular basis.

Look forward to reading your "Incoming" :)

[Abdon]

GREAT review, EXCELLENT watch!!! I really enjoy mine as well, I too have the 5711 in all white...still enamored by its classic beauty!!! Thank you for the update!!!

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Thanks for the update brian. Your review was critical in my ability to assess the white before acquiring it myself this spring

Originally Posted by topcat30093

Thanks for your update.

Good to read that you are still enjoying it and equally important wearing it on a very regular basis.

Look forward to reading your "Incoming" :)

Originally Posted by Abdon

GREAT review, EXCELLENT watch!!! I really enjoy mine as well, I too have the 5711 in all white...still enamored by its classic beauty!!! Thank you for the update!!!

Thanks everyone, glad to see others enjoying the white dial.

Working on my new review now.

[Slider817]

great Review, thanks for the update, the 5711 in white is on my short list, might take about a year or so till I can get one, just purchased a few watches, but I think it will be my next major purchase.