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JMGoodnight369 · 9 April 2022, 12:35 PM

First time posting something on this side of the forum. I’ve been mostly a Rolex guy for the past several years with an Omega here and there but tonight that changed. A good friend came into town and let me wear his newest addition and I have to say I get why Patek has the reputation it has. What an absolute stunning work of art. The finishing on this thing is on another level than anything I’ve worn so far. Although I’ll give Moser second place on this list. Pictures don’t do the 5980r any justice. The rose gold has a brilliance that can only be appreciated in person. I was pleasantly surprised that even tho it has quite a heft to it, it absolutely melts on the wrist and I forgot it was there within minutes. I say that but truly with a heavy hitter like this on my arm I was very conscious of table tops and hard surfaces. It was a pleasure to wear and I totally understand how different Patek is compared to Rolex or other brands. Hopefully one day I’ll be at a point to comfortably add something like this to my collection. This one made it to the grail list immediately.

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xjeeunitx · 9 April 2022, 05:35 PM

looks great on your wrist! that reference is one hell of a sexy beast! 100%

JMGoodnight369 · 9 April 2022, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xjeeunitx

looks great on your wrist! that reference is one hell of a sexy beast! 100%

Thanks! It’s a 5980r

Ichiran · 9 April 2022, 08:55 PM

This one is 5980/1R. 5980R is the strap version. I agree it is a good looking watch and has a great wrist presence.

KBM · 9 April 2022, 09:35 PM

Always fun to discover a new brand or model that we love in this hobby. Looks great on you!

Patton250 · 9 April 2022, 09:42 PM

That reference is extremely rare to see. It’s probably the most hyped and pushed by grey dealers. As a result it has become the most “get out of my face you peasant” watch in all of watchdom. It is sought after by celebrities like basketball players and music artists and they of course have the money to pay the 5 to 8 times over retail price caused by the hype of the greys. Then the worst part happens. Many of those references are permanently destroyed by encrusting them with cheap ass diamonds. This damage is of course irreversible. I think this nautilus reference is absolutely beautiful but its entire story is nothing more than a travesty in our hobby of horology.

Bearxj86 · 9 April 2022, 10:01 PM

Precious metal especially colored precious metal really changes the look and feel of any model. I personally absolutely adore my 5980-1A white. You get enough heft and the wrist presence is nice without being overbearing. It strikes the right balance for me...

1William · 9 April 2022, 10:18 PM

Great watch.

kaiserphoenix · 9 April 2022, 10:45 PM

best nautilus ever for me. Its THE Beast. Looks awesome on your wrist too. The hunt begins!!!

iceshark · 17 April 2022, 04:33 AM

Nice watch

uniqueMR · 17 April 2022, 05:57 AM

9 April 2022, 12:35 PM	#1
JMGoodnight369 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Georgia USA Posts: 350	I totally understand now First time posting something on this side of the forum. I’ve been mostly a Rolex guy for the past several years with an Omega here and there but tonight that changed. A good friend came into town and let me wear his newest addition and I have to say I get why Patek has the reputation it has. What an absolute stunning work of art. The finishing on this thing is on another level than anything I’ve worn so far. Although I’ll give Moser second place on this list. Pictures don’t do the 5980r any justice. The rose gold has a brilliance that can only be appreciated in person. I was pleasantly surprised that even tho it has quite a heft to it, it absolutely melts on the wrist and I forgot it was there within minutes. I say that but truly with a heavy hitter like this on my arm I was very conscious of table tops and hard surfaces. It was a pleasure to wear and I totally understand how different Patek is compared to Rolex or other brands. Hopefully one day I’ll be at a point to comfortably add something like this to my collection. This one made it to the grail list immediately. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 April 2022, 05:35 PM	#2
xjeeunitx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,430	looks great on your wrist! that reference is one hell of a sexy beast! 100% __________________ *2 FACTOR AUTHENTICATION ENABLED.*

9 April 2022, 09:42 PM	#6
Patton250 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Brett Location: Florida Watch: 5205R Posts: 5,158	That reference is extremely rare to see. It’s probably the most hyped and pushed by grey dealers. As a result it has become the most “get out of my face you peasant” watch in all of watchdom. It is sought after by celebrities like basketball players and music artists and they of course have the money to pay the 5 to 8 times over retail price caused by the hype of the greys. Then the worst part happens. Many of those references are permanently destroyed by encrusting them with cheap ass diamonds. This damage is of course irreversible. I think this nautilus reference is absolutely beautiful but its entire story is nothing more than a travesty in our hobby of horology. __________________ Morality does not derive from consensus. It only comes from one place. Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall. Often times unbelief is disguised as wisdom Instagram - patton250

9 April 2022, 10:45 PM	#9
kaiserphoenix "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: London/Tokyo Watch: FPJ CO BL Posts: 1,603	best nautilus ever for me. Its THE Beast. Looks awesome on your wrist too. The hunt begins!!! __________________ F.P.Journe Chronometre Optimum Black Label, Patek 5811G-001, A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 191.039, Patek 5167A-001, Rolex Yacht-Master 40 Everrose, (Wh) Rolex Daytona 116500, (Blue) Rolex Skydweller 326934, Rolex Submariner 126610LV IG: tokyo_watch_guy

17 April 2022, 05:57 AM	#11
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	__________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

9 April 2022, 08:55 PM	#4
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,625	This one is 5980/1R. 5980R is the strap version. I agree it is a good looking watch and has a great wrist presence.

9 April 2022, 09:35 PM	#5
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,390	Always fun to discover a new brand or model that we love in this hobby. Looks great on you!

9 April 2022, 10:01 PM	#7
Bearxj86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 3970 Posts: 3,801	Precious metal especially colored precious metal really changes the look and feel of any model. I personally absolutely adore my 5980-1A white. You get enough heft and the wrist presence is nice without being overbearing. It strikes the right balance for me...

9 April 2022, 10:18 PM	#8
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,758	Great watch.

17 April 2022, 04:33 AM	#10
iceshark Banned Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 88	Nice watch

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