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Everett7 · 18 October 2017, 08:54 AM

I tried in London, wasn’t worth it. But out of town AD managed to get them both for me.

texasmade · 18 October 2017, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by sgfortino

I certainly got laughed at by my fair share of ADs. I just indicated I was curious what their process and potential timing was for getting a 5711. There were 5-6 ADs in smaller markets that were willing to put me on the list, some indicating there were 4-6 people ahead. I think I made the rounds of calls to a number of ADs several times a few weeks apart.

There was only one AD in these markets I spoke to that even considered a deposit, many just didn't want the hassle of holding a significant amount of money for an indefinite period of time.

I'm sure it was worth it though as you got your watch without waiting years or play the AD games.

sensui · 18 October 2017, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

One of our local San Diego members walked into the AD (in La Jolla CA) with me and put down a deposit and if I recall was told a year or less. They carry Lange and other top brands but not Rolex.

We had no past relationship, but they recognized me from past visits. Dealer is C.J. Charles. I won't mention the other TRF member as he may want to remain discreet. Great guy, though.

Likewise my friend. This guy is eternally grateful for the intro.

It's a waiting game now, need to find time to follow up with them one of these days as well as get together again!

Hairdude1 · 18 October 2017, 12:03 PM

It all depends, a friend waited 5 + years but that was for a T stamped 5711 Blue.

kultschar · 18 October 2017, 07:43 PM

Fortunately Brian (now banned) helped me get one in the UK, that took approx 12 months, otherwise I had no chance since I didnt actually have a Patek AD relationship at all coming from Rolex.

Even the AD staff were amazed to see it (or rather me buying it).

When it was taken out the back to be resized etc one staff member caught a glimpse and presumed it was a 5712 I was collecting and was shocked when he asked and I told him it was a 5711. He then commented it was now like “gold dust” and we had a nice little discussion about 5711 and 116500 being the crazy SS watches.

I was very lucky and very grateful - believe they dont even have a list for this model anymore since demand crazy. Oddly enough it was my first AD experience since all my watches have been mailed in the past.

dht_tubes · 18 October 2017, 09:41 PM

2 pcs. for 1 watch for now

behardt · 20 October 2017, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

The attraction/hype of the 5711/1a is not due to the intrinsic characteristics of the watch (Fact)

This. I finally just got over it. I was surprised, but one day I woke up and just didn't care anymore. I don't even really like it now. I'm far too busy to invest extended time tracking down a watch when I have $20-30K to spend. If it's fun to you, then great!

The society we live in creates the hype, but also let's us move on quickly...

JorgeCCW · 20 October 2017, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by behardt

This. I finally just got over it. I was surprised, but one day I woke up and just didn't care anymore. I don't even really like it now. I'm far too busy to invest extended time tracking down a watch when I have $20-30K to spend. If it's fun to you, then great!

The society we live in creates the hype, but also let's us move on quickly...

Yes 5712 is way more interesting, Nautilus in general is not a sport watch. Rolex SS is a sport watch. So to me it would make way more sense to buy a PM nautilus for a Power watch than a SS one. IMHO

Calatrava r · 20 October 2017, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by behardt

This. I finally just got over it. I was surprised, but one day I woke up and just didn't care anymore. I don't even really like it now. I'm far too busy to invest extended time tracking down a watch when I have $20-30K to spend. If it's fun to you, then great!

The society we live in creates the hype, but also let's us move on quickly...

That is a shame for Patek that you could not obtain this watch within a reasonable time. How many others have walked away with a negative feelings over the recent scarcity of the Nautilus.

KarlS · 20 October 2017, 04:13 AM

Actually I find the chase infinitely more exciting than the capture!!

SL BRABUS · 20 October 2017, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by sensui

It's a waiting game now!

Nice to see you join the Patek Philippe club real soon brother John & can't wait to see your new 5711.....

GB-man · 20 October 2017, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by KarlS

Actually I find the chase infinitely more exciting than the capture!!

Similar to my dog and the rabbits that have taken over my backyard.

We are all the same

henry333 · 20 October 2017, 03:53 PM

Some say 4 years .. some don't even add people to the list..

KarlS · 25 October 2017, 12:10 AM

If you a good customer about 6 months

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18 October 2017, 12:03 PM	#34
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	It all depends, a friend waited 5 + years but that was for a T stamped 5711 Blue. __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

18 October 2017, 09:41 PM	#36
dht_tubes "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: bangkok Watch: Rolex Posts: 257	2 pcs. for 1 watch for now __________________ Rolex 116528 , 116519 , 116515LN , 116334 , 116718LN , 116710BLNR , 116622 , 116610LV

18 October 2017, 08:54 AM	#31
Everett7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK Posts: 6	I tried in London, wasn’t worth it. But out of town AD managed to get them both for me.

18 October 2017, 07:43 PM	#35
kultschar "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: End of the World Watch: PP & Rolex Posts: 1,970	Fortunately Brian (now banned) helped me get one in the UK, that took approx 12 months, otherwise I had no chance since I didnt actually have a Patek AD relationship at all coming from Rolex. Even the AD staff were amazed to see it (or rather me buying it). When it was taken out the back to be resized etc one staff member caught a glimpse and presumed it was a 5712 I was collecting and was shocked when he asked and I told him it was a 5711. He then commented it was now like “gold dust” and we had a nice little discussion about 5711 and 116500 being the crazy SS watches. I was very lucky and very grateful - believe they dont even have a list for this model anymore since demand crazy. Oddly enough it was my first AD experience since all my watches have been mailed in the past.

20 October 2017, 04:13 AM	#40
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	Actually I find the chase infinitely more exciting than the capture!!

20 October 2017, 03:53 PM	#43
henry333 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Hendricks Location: USA Watch: 116600 Posts: 826	Some say 4 years .. some don't even add people to the list..

25 October 2017, 12:10 AM	#44
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	If you a good customer about 6 months Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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