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Vivalas · 30 May 2017, 05:21 AM

I've admired this watch from afar.

Any views (or pics) from owners would be much appreciated.

I'm under the impression that in the U.K. there is a waitlist of some time so I called an AD and asked to go on the list for a blue dial. The lady I spoke to said that Patek work slightly differently to Rolex and generally they find out in February what they are likely to get in that year. Can anyone confirm if that is correct?

I've bought various watches off the AD but not at that store so don't know anyone there. However the owner of the company supplied me their first white dial (hence why I'd like blue) 116500 so I'd like to think I'm in with a good chance. I'll be speaking to him in a few weeks as he's invited me to a Rolex event.

Flex368 · 30 May 2017, 05:58 AM

Love mine, availability from ADs in the UK and mainland Europe is extremely limited, though.

lapince · 30 May 2017, 06:08 AM

Good luck on getting one, AD's get 2 per year in average, Salons get more. Oh and very cool watch, if you like and can afford a 5712, have and love both, will be easier, but not super easy in Europe...

pam66 · 30 May 2017, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by lapince

Good luck on getting one, AD's get 2 per year in average, Salons get more. Oh and very cool watch, if you like and can afford a 5712, have and love both, will be easier, but not super easy in Europe...

i came across two 5711R in austria. both are on hold (one by myself) but both are likely to released very soon. it is a nice watch but i found the dial underwhelming compared to the blue one.

AK797 · 30 May 2017, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vivalas

I've admired this watch from afar.

Any views (or pics) from owners would be much appreciated.

I'm under the impression that in the U.K. there is a waitlist of some time so I called an AD and asked to go on the list for a blue dial. The lady I spoke to said that Patek work slightly differently to Rolex and generally they find out in February what they are likely to get in that year. Can anyone confirm if that is correct?

I've bought various watches off the AD but not at that store so don't know anyone there. However the owner of the company supplied me their first white dial (hence why I'd like blue) 116500 so I'd like to think I'm in with a good chance. I'll be speaking to him in a few weeks as he's invited me to a Rolex event.

I'd find out what the owner likes and take him some thoughtful gifts at the event, might help to grease the wheels.

locutus49 · 30 May 2017, 07:39 AM

I like the 5711 Stainless white dial almost as much as the blue dial, but to me (and maybe it is me), on the gold model I prefer the blue dial strongly. YMMV.

Full disclosure: I own neither but have been circling the SS 5711 like a predator.

Russell996 · 30 May 2017, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

i came across two 5711R in austria. both are on hold (one by myself) but both are likely to released very soon. it is a nice watch but i found the dial underwhelming compared to the blue one.

Have to say the chocolate dial on the R is absolutely stunning and complements the rose gold perfectly. Of course the blue is also a perfect combo with SS.

mps354 · 30 May 2017, 08:13 AM

The 5711 is almost universally liked on the forum, but getting one is quite difficult. You'll have to be patient if you want to buy new from an AD

brandrea · 30 May 2017, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I'd find out what the owner likes and take him some thoughtful gifts at the event, might help to grease the wheels.

This cannot hurt

subtona · 30 May 2017, 08:19 AM

Great watch no question.

Sarat1538 · 30 May 2017, 09:14 AM

I have to say the rose gold is stunning I'm glad I opted for it

Hollister · 30 May 2017, 09:18 AM

For me, Patek is all about complications, so the 5711 is a miss. But if you really like it, ignore me!

armen34 · 30 May 2017, 09:36 AM

Simple elegance. If you can grease up the owner it may work for your benefit.

wach16 · 30 May 2017, 10:01 AM

Love the 5711...good luck on sourcing one!

youthagainsttt · 30 May 2017, 10:06 AM

To me, I really liked it before but now I think it's kindof boring particularly with the design and when I tried it on I wasn't particularly wowed by it.

I definitely would consider a Patek chrono calendar, that is a gorgeous piece with a bracelet to match

Defiancekofb · 30 May 2017, 10:59 AM

We often encounter a 5711 post every week and the replies are the same. It's the king of steel watches and if you could source one, it's fantastic. At watch event I was fortunate to try on a 5711 Blue Dial Tiffany Stamped and the bracelet feels similar to my 5167 rubber strap, it feels like you don't have anything on your wrist.

yessir69 · 30 May 2017, 12:00 PM

I have owned one. Bought it new from my local AD. Nice watch but not worth the price. Just my $.02.

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nyc2la · 30 May 2017, 12:48 PM

Anyone have an opinion/view if there will ever be a white gold 5711? If so, what color dial?

Rolex_Ry · 30 May 2017, 01:08 PM

Great and gorgeous watch, but just a little too simple for me.

KarlS · 30 May 2017, 02:03 PM

Yes they know in February. 5711 is a forum favourite just make sure it's yours!!

Vivalas · 30 May 2017, 06:20 PM

Thanks for the great responses and pictures.

It has an understated elegance that I really like about it.

Rolexavidfan · 30 May 2017, 09:49 PM

I love the 5711. It is an elegant steel watch.

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beshannon · 30 May 2017, 10:22 PM

I love mine, simple and clean. Very good fit on my wrist.

lapince · 30 May 2017, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Defiancekofb

We often encounter a 5711 post every week and the replies are the same. It's the king of steel watches and if you could source one, it's fantastic. At watch event I was fortunate to try on a 5711 Blue Dial Tiffany Stamped and the bracelet feels similar to my 5167 rubber strap, it feels like you don't have anything on your wrist.

Agree feels as comfy as my 5167R. Wow this one took a beating, rarely saw one beaten up to this point.

Defiancekofb · 30 May 2017, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by lapince

Agree feels as comfy as my 5167R. Wow this one took a beating, rarely saw one beaten up to this point.

It's daily used by the owner. Lol which is bold since secondary market it's probably worth comparable to the 5711/R.

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Graysk · 30 May 2017, 10:47 PM

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HL65 · 30 May 2017, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Defiancekofb

It's daily used by the owner. Lol which is bold since secondary market it's probably worth comparable to the 5711/R.

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Looks like Spanish Rob's!

lapince · 30 May 2017, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Defiancekofb

It's daily used by the owner. Lol which is bold since secondary market it's probably worth comparable to the 5711/R.

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Even as daily, which is how I wear my watches, except when doing activities where the chances of hitting something are high, and my watches look pristine compared to that one, I guess he doesn't really care and doesn't mind it bumping into things...

Defiancekofb · 30 May 2017, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Looks like Spanish Rob's!

Yup

Quote:

Originally Posted by lapince

Even as daily, which is how I wear my watches, except when doing activities where the chances of hitting something are high, and my watches look pristine compared to that one, I guess he doesn't really care and doesn't mind it bumping into things...

Yeah pretty much.

KarlS · 2 June 2017, 06:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

i came across two 5711R in austria. both are on hold (one by myself) but both are likely to released very soon. it is a nice watch but i found the dial underwhelming compared to the blue one.

Then you should definately like the colour of the 5712R when it arrived

30 May 2017, 05:21 AM	#1
Vivalas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: UK Watch: AP Posts: 2,532	Thoughts on the 5711? I've admired this watch from afar. Any views (or pics) from owners would be much appreciated. I'm under the impression that in the U.K. there is a waitlist of some time so I called an AD and asked to go on the list for a blue dial. The lady I spoke to said that Patek work slightly differently to Rolex and generally they find out in February what they are likely to get in that year. Can anyone confirm if that is correct? I've bought various watches off the AD but not at that store so don't know anyone there. However the owner of the company supplied me their first white dial (hence why I'd like blue) 116500 so I'd like to think I'm in with a good chance. I'll be speaking to him in a few weeks as he's invited me to a Rolex event.

30 May 2017, 08:19 AM	#10
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,997	Great watch no question. __________________

30 May 2017, 10:01 AM	#14
wach16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Boston, MA Watch: 228239, PAM00684 Posts: 2,116	Love the 5711...good luck on sourcing one! __________________ Rolex 228239 PAM00684

30 May 2017, 12:48 PM	#18
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,176	Anyone have an opinion/view if there will ever be a white gold 5711? If so, what color dial? __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

30 May 2017, 09:49 PM	#22
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,569	I love the 5711. It is an elegant steel watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Go for the timepiece you love. You will save more. ...

30 May 2017, 05:58 AM	#2
Flex368 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Felix Location: GMT +1 Watch: Yes! Posts: 2,975	Love mine, availability from ADs in the UK and mainland Europe is extremely limited, though.

30 May 2017, 06:08 AM	#3
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Good luck on getting one, AD's get 2 per year in average, Salons get more. Oh and very cool watch, if you like and can afford a 5712, have and love both, will be easier, but not super easy in Europe...

30 May 2017, 07:39 AM	#6
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I like the 5711 Stainless white dial almost as much as the blue dial, but to me (and maybe it is me), on the gold model I prefer the blue dial strongly. YMMV. Full disclosure: I own neither but have been circling the SS 5711 like a predator.

30 May 2017, 08:13 AM	#8
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,972	The 5711 is almost universally liked on the forum, but getting one is quite difficult. You'll have to be patient if you want to buy new from an AD

30 May 2017, 09:18 AM	#12
Hollister Banned Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: 114300 Posts: 1,750	For me, Patek is all about complications, so the 5711 is a miss. But if you really like it, ignore me!

30 May 2017, 09:36 AM	#13
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Simple elegance. If you can grease up the owner it may work for your benefit.

30 May 2017, 10:06 AM	#15
youthagainsttt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: HK Watch: Piaget,Rolex,AP,HB Posts: 1,038	To me, I really liked it before but now I think it's kindof boring particularly with the design and when I tried it on I wasn't particularly wowed by it. I definitely would consider a Patek chrono calendar, that is a gorgeous piece with a bracelet to match

30 May 2017, 12:00 PM	#17
yessir69 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,212	I have owned one. Bought it new from my local AD. Nice watch but not worth the price. Just my $.02. Sent from my SM-G935T using Tapatalk

30 May 2017, 01:08 PM	#19
Rolex_Ry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: US Watch: AP, Patek, Rolex Posts: 213	Great and gorgeous watch, but just a little too simple for me.

30 May 2017, 02:03 PM	#20
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	Yes they know in February. 5711 is a forum favourite just make sure it's yours!!

30 May 2017, 06:20 PM	#21
Vivalas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: UK Watch: AP Posts: 2,532	Thanks for the great responses and pictures. It has an understated elegance that I really like about it.

30 May 2017, 10:22 PM	#23
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,895	I love mine, simple and clean. Very good fit on my wrist. __________________ Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Glashutte Senator Exellence, Rolex 116710 GMT Master II BLNR, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent

30 May 2017, 10:47 PM	#26
Graysk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Singapore Posts: 22	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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