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IBDOC · 13 June 2021, 05:59 PM

Got a surprise call from my AD that they have a 5990/1A delivered and ready for me if I want it. It was previously on the top of my wishlist but I have cooled a little on it a little since they told me last year that it would be tough to get. They also said that I’d have a better chance of getting a 5726/1A which has successively grown on me. So this came a little out of the left field and I think they’re honest when they say that they really don’t know when they will get a 5726/1A next time. I don’t think my store cred is good enough for 2 Nautilii, so it’s either this or wait. I would say that I have a veeeery small preference in favor of 5726 over 5990. Should I buy the latter due to fleeting chance or is it stupid FOMO think? Not looking to flip it so value vs price is not a factor.

Anyone who owns both that can advise as to which of 5990/1A and 5726/1A is the winner in the long term?

Danpd · 13 June 2021, 06:04 PM

5990 is a great watch but pretty chunky, it’s not easy to wear with a shirt or a suit if that’s a consideration. My personal preference would be the 5726 as it’s a little bigger than the 5711 but still very wearable.

I don’t think you would be unhappy with either

mnl · 13 June 2021, 06:04 PM

personally the 5990 is one of my favorites (if not the favorite) nautilus. so i wouldn’t even need to think about it, especially compared to the 5726. i say go for it, but in the end it’s really just up to you, do you want to take this one you’ve been guaranteed to get if you want, or do you wanna risk it and maybe get a different model at some point in the future?

KCT · 13 June 2021, 06:05 PM

5990 is what I want so I will say take it!

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l_chissle · 13 June 2021, 06:15 PM

5990 is a great watch, and I'm sure you can reverse your preference again once it's on your wrist!

steeevvvooo · 13 June 2021, 06:38 PM

Haven't owned either but looks like the 5990 is only 1mm thicker? I appreciate that can make a difference to feel though.

Can you go and try it in person? You will know then if you want it or not.

Russell996 · 13 June 2021, 07:16 PM

Always get the piece you want so in this case wait.

IBDOC · 13 June 2021, 07:19 PM

Thanks for the insights. Unfortunately they won’t break the seal on the 5990 until I’ve sealed the deal and I’ve never seen a 5726 in the metal, so I’d be going in more of less blind into any of these deals. I’m leaning towards buying it and putting in a new for a 5726 down the line.

GreenLantern · 13 June 2021, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Russell996

Always get the piece you want so in this case wait.

cascavel · 13 June 2021, 09:14 PM

A bird in the hand.....

Pw92676 · 13 June 2021, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Russell996

Always get the piece you want so in this case wait.

Very solid advice.

Token74 · 13 June 2021, 09:27 PM

I have the 5990 and love it, so it’s a no-brainer for me. But, you get one shot at this so get the one you like the most, and if that means a wait, then so be it.

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1William · 13 June 2021, 09:44 PM

Take the 5990 as you would have already made this purchase if the watch was available. To sit and wait for a watch that may not be delivered to you puts you back on the wheel of then not wanting it. The, buy the watch you want, advice is solid but the watch you want is here in the 5990. You would have a great piece and could start the ownership experience. This is not brain surgery and if for some reason it does not work out then move on to your next purchase. Over thinking it and self doubt are crippling in the watch hobby. Don't fall into it, just get your watch and enjoy.

TimepieceRPP · 13 June 2021, 10:07 PM

5726 is really hard to get as a lot of VIPs still havent got it, I was told by the dealers. If i were you I would take 5990. Sadly no AD has offered me any of Natuilus, so just keep waiting, congrats.

TimepieceRPP · 13 June 2021, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

Take the 5990 as you would have already made this purchase if the watch was available. To sit and wait for a watch that may not be delivered to you puts you back on the wheel of then not wanting it. The, buy the watch you want, advice is solid but the watch you want is here in the 5990. You would have a great piece and could start the ownership experience. This is not brain surgery and if for some reason it does not work out then move on to your next purchase. Over thinking it and self doubt are crippling in the watch hobby. Don't fall into it, just get your watch and enjoy.

So true, I was told by the AD I would be the next back in 2017. Then the hype and so many VIPs and big spenders jump into the queue and now I am nowhere near it. Haha

Vipes · 13 June 2021, 10:22 PM

If you like both, get the 5990 now. You may not get another chance for a Nautilus.

alanski · 13 June 2021, 10:52 PM

i got offered the 5726/1A on strap last summer and refused it by my friendly AD . he's an old friend and i explained i seldom wear watches on straps , he agreed and when we have lunch every other month for the last 10 + yrs,
he has barely seen me wear a strap watch , even my 5270 has been languishing in the bank for a good 9 yrs. i wanted the blue dial on 5726 on bracelet but that was gonna be another 12 to 15 months wait.

low and behold sept last yr a 5990 came along and he offered me that instead. For me the 5990 is the daddy of them all its the complete patek sports watch ,its a gmt and a chrono all built into one,
its been my daily wearer for the last 9 months. even me sports rolex aint had a look in.

A good friend on here got a 5990/1a too last yr and his 5164a has been languishing in the drawer ever since .

its no thicker than a subdate or a rolex gmt. wears super comfy and goes pretty under the radar and i haven't had anyone notice it. i couldn't comment how it wears with a shirt as i seldom wear a shirt bar family functions to which ive been to none in the last 15 months.

fortunately got a 5712 blue too last month and the 5990 has and will be worn more than that . All depends what you want out of the nautilus a dressier sleeker watch or a perfect all rounder which the 5990 is.

benzng · 13 June 2021, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cascavel

A bird in the hand.....

this :)

Racerdj · 13 June 2021, 11:31 PM

I would not hesitate to acquire!

uniqueMR · 13 June 2021, 11:31 PM

5990

IBDOC · 13 June 2021, 11:40 PM

Seems like the opinion is in favor of ”a bird in the hand” 5990. I’m leaning towards that choice as well. Anyone found the 120m WR and four pushers on the 5990 not feeling like a good match? Would like to use it for my frequent lake swims.

Becweb · 14 June 2021, 12:08 AM

I would buy it in a heartbeat.

gummy · 14 June 2021, 01:38 AM

I'd scoop up the 5990...great piece

Xerxes77 · 14 June 2021, 01:48 AM

Take it!

IBDOC · 14 June 2021, 01:56 AM

Got a little teaser, I think I’ve made up my mind to buy it. Just gotta prep the credit cards for the hurt first, heh.

TimepieceRPP · 14 June 2021, 01:58 AM

I wish it was me. Haha. Congrats

SL BRABUS · 14 June 2021, 02:45 AM

Depend on your lifestyle.....

The 5990 is more sportier...

and

The 5726 is more dresser...

lexterj · 14 June 2021, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IBDOC

Got a surprise call from my AD that they have a 5990/1A delivered and ready for me if I want it. It was previously on the top of my wishlist but I have cooled a little on it a little since they told me last year that it would be tough to get. They also said that I’d have a better chance of getting a 5726/1A which has successively grown on me. So this came a little out of the left field and I think they’re honest when they say that they really don’t know when they will get a 5726/1A next time. I don’t think my store cred is good enough for 2 Nautilii, so it’s either this or wait. I would say that I have a veeeery small preference in favor of 5726 over 5990. Should I buy the latter due to fleeting chance or is it stupid FOMO think? Not looking to flip it so value vs price is not a factor.

Anyone who owns both that can advise as to which of 5990/1A and 5726/1A is the winner in the long term?

I tried on the 5990R and I would suggest buying the 5990/1A and buy the 5726 as well when it’s available :)

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Humble michael · 14 June 2021, 04:17 AM

Ha I sold my 5726 to buy my 5990 ! Please get the 5990 , promise you will love it and throw stones at 5726 . A great timepiece ! I james in San Antonio tx

enjoythemusic · 14 June 2021, 05:59 AM

I'd get what I truly wanted and would wear often.

13 June 2021, 05:59 PM	#1
IBDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Switzerland Posts: 364	Take a 5990 or wait for 5726? Got a surprise call from my AD that they have a 5990/1A delivered and ready for me if I want it. It was previously on the top of my wishlist but I have cooled a little on it a little since they told me last year that it would be tough to get. They also said that I’d have a better chance of getting a 5726/1A which has successively grown on me. So this came a little out of the left field and I think they’re honest when they say that they really don’t know when they will get a 5726/1A next time. I don’t think my store cred is good enough for 2 Nautilii, so it’s either this or wait. I would say that I have a veeeery small preference in favor of 5726 over 5990. Should I buy the latter due to fleeting chance or is it stupid FOMO think? Not looking to flip it so value vs price is not a factor. Anyone who owns both that can advise as to which of 5990/1A and 5726/1A is the winner in the long term?

13 June 2021, 06:38 PM	#6
steeevvvooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: London Posts: 1,365	Haven't owned either but looks like the 5990 is only 1mm thicker? I appreciate that can make a difference to feel though. Can you go and try it in person? You will know then if you want it or not. __________________ Once you aquire your "grail"... then what?!

13 June 2021, 09:27 PM	#12
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,707	I have the 5990 and love it, so it’s a no-brainer for me. But, you get one shot at this so get the one you like the most, and if that means a wait, then so be it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

13 June 2021, 11:31 PM	#19
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	I would not hesitate to acquire! __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

13 June 2021, 11:31 PM	#20
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13 June 2021, 06:04 PM	#2
Danpd "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Speldhurst UK Posts: 63	5990 is a great watch but pretty chunky, it’s not easy to wear with a shirt or a suit if that’s a consideration. My personal preference would be the 5726 as it’s a little bigger than the 5711 but still very wearable. I don’t think you would be unhappy with either

13 June 2021, 06:04 PM	#3
mnl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: sf Watch: 15450ST Posts: 540	personally the 5990 is one of my favorites (if not the favorite) nautilus. so i wouldn’t even need to think about it, especially compared to the 5726. i say go for it, but in the end it’s really just up to you, do you want to take this one you’ve been guaranteed to get if you want, or do you wanna risk it and maybe get a different model at some point in the future?

13 June 2021, 06:05 PM	#4
KCT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Singapore Posts: 68	5990 is what I want so I will say take it! Sent from my SM-G781B using Tapatalk

13 June 2021, 06:15 PM	#5
l_chissle "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Germany Posts: 618	5990 is a great watch, and I'm sure you can reverse your preference again once it's on your wrist!

13 June 2021, 07:16 PM	#7
Russell996 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: UK Posts: 4,180	Always get the piece you want so in this case wait.

13 June 2021, 07:19 PM	#8
IBDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Switzerland Posts: 364	Thanks for the insights. Unfortunately they won’t break the seal on the 5990 until I’ve sealed the deal and I’ve never seen a 5726 in the metal, so I’d be going in more of less blind into any of these deals. I’m leaning towards buying it and putting in a new for a 5726 down the line.

13 June 2021, 09:14 PM	#10
cascavel 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Santa Fe Posts: 1,855	A bird in the hand.....

13 June 2021, 09:44 PM	#13
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,731	Take the 5990 as you would have already made this purchase if the watch was available. To sit and wait for a watch that may not be delivered to you puts you back on the wheel of then not wanting it. The, buy the watch you want, advice is solid but the watch you want is here in the 5990. You would have a great piece and could start the ownership experience. This is not brain surgery and if for some reason it does not work out then move on to your next purchase. Over thinking it and self doubt are crippling in the watch hobby. Don't fall into it, just get your watch and enjoy.

13 June 2021, 10:07 PM	#14
TimepieceRPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: UK Posts: 1,107	5726 is really hard to get as a lot of VIPs still havent got it, I was told by the dealers. If i were you I would take 5990. Sadly no AD has offered me any of Natuilus, so just keep waiting, congrats.

13 June 2021, 10:22 PM	#16
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,838	If you like both, get the 5990 now. You may not get another chance for a Nautilus.

13 June 2021, 10:52 PM	#17
alanski "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: UK Posts: 196	i got offered the 5726/1A on strap last summer and refused it by my friendly AD . he's an old friend and i explained i seldom wear watches on straps , he agreed and when we have lunch every other month for the last 10 + yrs, he has barely seen me wear a strap watch , even my 5270 has been languishing in the bank for a good 9 yrs. i wanted the blue dial on 5726 on bracelet but that was gonna be another 12 to 15 months wait. low and behold sept last yr a 5990 came along and he offered me that instead. For me the 5990 is the daddy of them all its the complete patek sports watch ,its a gmt and a chrono all built into one, its been my daily wearer for the last 9 months. even me sports rolex aint had a look in. A good friend on here got a 5990/1a too last yr and his 5164a has been languishing in the drawer ever since . its no thicker than a subdate or a rolex gmt. wears super comfy and goes pretty under the radar and i haven't had anyone notice it. i couldn't comment how it wears with a shirt as i seldom wear a shirt bar family functions to which ive been to none in the last 15 months. fortunately got a 5712 blue too last month and the 5990 has and will be worn more than that . All depends what you want out of the nautilus a dressier sleeker watch or a perfect all rounder which the 5990 is.

13 June 2021, 11:40 PM	#21
IBDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Switzerland Posts: 364	Seems like the opinion is in favor of ”a bird in the hand” 5990. I’m leaning towards that choice as well. Anyone found the 120m WR and four pushers on the 5990 not feeling like a good match? Would like to use it for my frequent lake swims.

14 June 2021, 12:08 AM	#22
Becweb Banned Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: - Posts: 407	I would buy it in a heartbeat.

14 June 2021, 01:38 AM	#23
gummy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,301	I'd scoop up the 5990...great piece

14 June 2021, 01:48 AM	#24
Xerxes77 Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Home! Posts: 3,307	Take it!

14 June 2021, 01:58 AM	#26
TimepieceRPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: UK Posts: 1,107	I wish it was me. Haha. Congrats

14 June 2021, 02:45 AM	#27
SL BRABUS "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: U.S.A Watch: Only Rolex & Patek Posts: 3,345	Depend on your lifestyle..... The 5990 is more sportier... and The 5726 is more dresser... __________________ Rolex Forum: Mainly Rolex & Benz pictures...!!! Click the above link to join the club...^^^... "SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

14 June 2021, 04:17 AM	#29
Humble michael "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: James Cline Location: san antonio Watch: 5711 white , 5990, Posts: 1,218	Ha I sold my 5726 to buy my 5990 ! Please get the 5990 , promise you will love it and throw stones at 5726 . A great timepiece ! I james in San Antonio tx

14 June 2021, 05:59 AM	#30
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,436	I'd get what I truly wanted and would wear often. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

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