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Old 20 February 2018, 05:47 AM   #1
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5712 vs 5726 with recent price increase?

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I wanted to ask that how everyone feels now choosing between a 5712 (steel on bracelet) and 5726. With recent price increase on 5712, the different is less than $5k. On the other hand, 5726 offers so much more than 5712 in terms of overall package.

Asking because I am on a waitlist for a white dial 5711. After that, I was thinking that I will start saving up for 5712 (steel on bracelet) and it will be a great combo with the white dial 5711. Now I am not so sure about 5712. On the other hand, 5726 doesn’t seem to get much love with Patek collectors with other Nautilus models (5711, 5712, 5990) taking all the attention.
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Old 20 February 2018, 05:54 AM   #2
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I wouldn’t think about the price difference and just get the one you prefer. I’d go for the 5712 for the thinner case, and I really prefer not having a lots of things to set on a watch.
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Old 20 February 2018, 07:31 AM   #3
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I also would get the one you want here. Both are expensive, so don’t settle.

I prefer the 5712/1a for many reasons, including the thinner case, the micro rotor, the thoughtful dial (it is controlled chaos, thoughtfully executed), the touches of red on the dial, and the blue dial. Winner, winner, chicken dinner, imho.
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Old 20 February 2018, 09:14 AM   #4
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Agree with the guys, go for the 12 as its the on you love.

Controlled chaos is a good description.
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Old 20 February 2018, 09:16 AM   #5
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Old 20 February 2018, 09:21 AM   #6
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I wouldn’t think about the price difference and just get the one you prefer. I’d go for the 5712 for the thinner case, and I really prefer not having a lots of things to set on a watch.


i went with the 5712 also. The movement is just so special. BTW the 5726 is an AC so nothing really to set....only once a year


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Old 20 February 2018, 09:29 AM   #7
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i went with the 5712 also. The movement is just so special. BTW the 5726 is an AC so nothing really to set....only once a year


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It would need setting if not worn for a few days or not left on a winder.
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Old 20 February 2018, 12:23 PM   #8
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Old 20 February 2018, 12:25 PM   #9
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I thought you were a brothel owner till I saw the pics.

Vey nice quadruplet.
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Old 20 February 2018, 12:30 PM   #10
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I thought you were a brothel owner till I saw the pics.



Vey nice quadruplet.


Haha. I accidentally posted in wrong thread. Was trying to post in the “4 each collection” thread. Oops
But since I'm in this thread, the obvious answer is to get both a 5712 and 5726 !! Grab them if you can find them !!


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Old 20 February 2018, 01:09 PM   #11
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That white 5726 on braclet is absolutely amazing. The only 5726 that really competes with 5712 IMHO.
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Old 20 February 2018, 01:30 PM   #12
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That white 5726 on braclet is absolutely amazing. The only 5726 that really competes with 5712 IMHO.
Thanks, I love it. The white dial on bracelet is incredible-very legible and unique.
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Old 20 February 2018, 05:18 PM   #13
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That white 5726 on braclet is absolutely amazing. The only 5726 that really competes with 5712 IMHO.
agree. That is a pair i would like to have for sure.
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Old 21 February 2018, 12:17 PM   #14
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5712

The all steel 5712 is a real beauty. I have one myself and the dial is a real stunner!
The price is going up by 20% first week of March here in the UK to £30,500 as confirmed by Patek Phillipe in Bond street and currently has a 6 and a half year waiting list!
Get it quick!
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Old 21 February 2018, 08:20 PM   #15
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Had the 5712 and 5726 on strap at the same time, prefer the 5712, because ultra thin, and at 46 my eyes aren’t so great any more, and often it was hard to make out the day and month, but it is a great watch, had I have gotten the bracelet model I might still have it, IMO a Nautilus is best on bracelet
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Old 21 February 2018, 10:47 PM   #16
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I prefer the 5712. I definitely thought about the 5726 as it is much easier to get (I was offered one by an AD in December) and a better value in comparison with the annual calendar function, but it just doesn't speak to me the same way the 5712 does. I was pretty sure if I picked up the 5726 that I would still lust for a 5712, so I passed.
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Old 22 February 2018, 04:29 AM   #17
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I prefer the 5712. I definitely thought about the 5726 as it is much easier to get (I was offered one by an AD in December) and a better value in comparison with the annual calendar function, but it just doesn't speak to me the same way the 5712 does. I was pretty sure if I picked up the 5726 that I would still lust for a 5712, so I passed.
What are your thoughts now on the 5712? At these higher prices are you out or thinking of trading in the LVc or 202?
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Old 22 February 2018, 05:12 AM   #18
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What are your thoughts now on the 5712? At these higher prices are you out or thinking of trading in the LVc or 202?
I am waiting for the call. Hopefully before the year end. I refuse to buy at above MSRP. At the new MSRP I will buy, but that's my absolute ceiling.

The 15202 or LVc are going nowhere, rest assured. If I do get the 5712, then the yet-to-come FPJ CB might be moved in its favour.
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Old 22 February 2018, 07:34 AM   #19
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I am waiting for the call. Hopefully before the year end. I refuse to buy at above MSRP. At the new MSRP I will buy, but that's my absolute ceiling.



The 15202 or LVc are going nowhere, rest assured. If I do get the 5712, then the yet-to-come FPJ CB might be moved in its favour.


When you see and hold the fp journe chronometre blue in your hands and put it on you most likely will change your mind. It is absolutely gorgeous. Tough choices
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Old 22 February 2018, 09:16 AM   #20
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I am waiting for the call. Hopefully before the year end. I refuse to buy at above MSRP. At the new MSRP I will buy, but that's my absolute ceiling.

The 15202 or LVc are going nowhere, rest assured. If I do get the 5712, then the yet-to-come FPJ CB might be moved in its favour.
I think the new retail will probably mean the 5712 emerges faster at the ADs so fingers crossed for you. Not sure on the CB but this Octa Calendrier really impresses me, I'd have to think about that one if I was in the market for a dress piece.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=584808
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Old 22 February 2018, 10:39 AM   #21
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When you see and hold the fp journe chronometre blue in your hands and put it on you most likely will change your mind. It is absolutely gorgeous. Tough choices
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I think the new retail will probably mean the 5712 emerges faster at the ADs so fingers crossed for you. Not sure on the CB but this Octa Calendrier really impresses me, I'd have to think about that one if I was in the market for a dress piece.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=584808
Tough choices indeed. Unlike most people on here it seems, I don't have bottomless pockets... I need to cut myself off at some point. Or find a way to make more money.
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Old 22 February 2018, 12:09 PM   #22
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Tough choices indeed. Unlike most people on here it seems, I don't have bottomless pockets... I need to cut myself off at some point. Or find a way to make more money.
One in, one out is my creed now, as I don't need more than 4/5 watches at a time, and don't want to add more money to this crazy hobby, altho my portfolio, I mean collection, is worth more than I paid.
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Old 22 February 2018, 12:40 PM   #23
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One in, one out is my creed now, as I don't need more than 4/5 watches at a time, and don't want to add more money to this crazy hobby, altho my portfolio, I mean collection, is worth more than I paid.
I’m in the same boat. At some point it gets kind od ridiculous. I think I hit that point about 2014! I’m at a point where 2 must = 1. I need to downsize myself, but I couldn’t get to 4 - 5 watches at this point. But I can force myself to trade 2 for 1 and end up with a nicer, smaller collection.
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Old 22 February 2018, 12:47 PM   #24
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One in, one out is my creed now, as I don't need more than 4/5 watches at a time, and don't want to add more money to this crazy hobby, altho my portfolio, I mean collection, is worth more than I paid.
I have set a cap of 5 wearable pieces for myself (aside from a few pieces I've been keeping for "portfolio" purposes) - anything more than that I cannot give enough wrist time to justify keeping it.

And good grief I'm glad I'm not the only one who views my collection more like a portfolio. I totally don't psychotically check on C24, WF, the Sales Corner, DSW's site, etc. for an update on what my investments are worth...
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