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HL65 · 26 October 2014, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by texex91

More pics of yours Ken...I like drooling over others watches

Think we have the only two I have seen.

I think we do have only two here and not many in US as of yet. Will take a bunch next week. I have it in bank safe deposit as I wanted to wear my 5167R this weekend - Been too long!

CassiusNZ · 26 October 2014, 08:43 AM

Ken thats a great comparison shot!

I also love the 5980/1AR... but I think id be more drawn towards the 5990 for roughly the same price... it'd be one of those though!

HL65 · 26 October 2014, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by CassiusNZ

Ken thats a great comparison shot!

I also love the 5980/1AR... but I think id be more drawn towards the 5990 for roughly the same price... it'd be one of those though!

AK797 · 26 October 2014, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 2muchtimeonmyhands

No love for the 5980ar? Not sure about my absolute favorite, (still prefer the classic 5711) but if you can get over the mix of metals, it's a nice piece

Blue dial on this is superb, similar to the Bluesy.

CassiusNZ · 26 October 2014, 10:14 AM

Gutted that blue dial doesnt go on the standard 5980!!! I'd buy that in a heartbeat! The $20k diff from Two Tone to SS is super hard to swallow!

soundserious · 26 October 2014, 10:21 AM

Nautilus nation.

2muchtimeonmyhands · 26 October 2014, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by CassiusNZ

Gutted that blue dial doesnt go on the standard 5980!!! I'd buy that in a heartbeat! The $20k diff from Two Tone to SS is super hard to swallow!

It would definitely be nice to see it on the SS, the 'bullseye' makes more functional sense but my preference would be to have the subdial the same colour as the rest of the dial. This blue dial on the 5980/1r might be interesting too

Hkexpat183 · 26 October 2014, 11:26 AM

without a doubt the most amazing nautilus is the 59801r and this is why...

CassiusNZ · 26 October 2014, 11:32 AM

Geezes... :O that 5980/1r is sick.. i guess for the 85k price tag it should be!! :D But when you look at the ar two tone for 'only' 20k less... guess you your at 65k may as well go all the way to 85k! Congrats.. monster of a piece!

Its true.. the solid gold day-date 2's are a comparable BARGAIN compared with the all gold pateks! :)

JorgeCCW · 26 October 2014, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Blue dial on this is superb, similar to the Bluesy.

I always disregard the AR for being two tones. But gosh that blue dial is amazing !! That's probably the reason to discontinue the 1a.

lapince · 26 October 2014, 12:18 PM

Same here don't fancy 2 tones, but that blue dial is quite amazing, but the TT really not for me...

Time Exposure · 26 October 2014, 01:08 PM

I forgot to cast my vote! Although, after my glowing "incoming" thread it may be obvious.

The first collector wrist watch I purchased for myself (in 1986) was a LeCoultre 3-register (12-hr) chrono. I have loved chronos since. My first Patek was 1993 (time-only Calatrava from 1956), at a time when they were (and I still believe they are) the finest mass-production watch manufacturer in the world.
I was late to appreciate the Genta designs, but embraced them with wide open arms. So when the 5980 blipped my radar, I was completely smitten. And now that I finally have one... Pure bliss.

benlee · 26 October 2014, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hkexpat183

without a doubt the most amazing nautilus is the 59801r and this is why...

Brilliant!

HL65 · 26 October 2014, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CassiusNZ

Geezes... :O that 5980/1r is sick.. i guess for the 85k price tag it should be!! :D But when you look at the ar two tone for 'only' 20k less... guess you your at 65k may as well go all the way to 85k! Congrats.. monster of a piece!

Its true.. the solid gold day-date 2's are a comparable BARGAIN compared with the all gold pateks! :)

Retail price is actually $91,400

yjfang · 27 October 2014, 10:14 AM

Magnificent! I am getting mine on Tuesday! Can hardly wait!

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Originally Posted by Time Exposure

I forgot to cast my vote! Although, after my glowing "incoming" thread it may be obvious.

The first collector wrist watch I purchased for myself (in 1986) was a LeCoultre 3-register (12-hr) chrono. I have loved chronos since. My first Patek was 1993 (time-only Calatrava from 1956), at a time when they were (and I still believe they are) the finest mass-production watch manufacturer in the world.
I was late to appreciate the Genta designs, but embraced them with wide open arms. So when the 5980 blipped my radar, I was completely smitten. And now that I finally have one... Pure bliss.

lapince · 27 October 2014, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by CassiusNZ

Geezes... :O that 5980/1r is sick.. i guess for the 85k price tag it should be!! :D But when you look at the ar two tone for 'only' 20k less... guess you your at 65k may as well go all the way to 85k! Congrats.. monster of a piece!

Its true.. the solid gold day-date 2's are a comparable BARGAIN compared with the all gold pateks! :)

You can even talk about platinum Rolex models, even if the Platona is 60K in euros retail, you get a new one for 45 K very easily, don't think Patek would do 25% off or that you can find one on the grey market...

JorgeCCW · 28 October 2014, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by CassiusNZ

Geezes... :O that 5980/1r is sick.. i guess for the 85k price tag it should be!! :D But when you look at the ar two tone for 'only' 20k less... guess you your at 65k may as well go all the way to 85k! Congrats.. monster of a piece!

Its true.. the solid gold day-date 2's are a comparable BARGAIN compared with the all gold pateks! :)

I am guessing this for the 5980/1r:
Retail 91.4k with disc. probably 69-73k, used probably 60k.

Hkexpat183 · 28 October 2014, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

I am guessing this for the 5980/1r:
Retail 91.4k with disc. probably 69-73k, used probably 60k.

From my experience ADs will only give 10% discount max in HK. The good thing is the retail price is about 10% cheaper than the retail in the US.

benlee · 28 October 2014, 12:20 AM

I am so condemned. The only Nautilus that both looks great and fit me without being top heavy and uncomfortable is the 5980/1R.

JorgeCCW · 28 October 2014, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Hkexpat183

From my experience ADs will only give 10% discount max in HK. The good thing is the retail price is about 10% cheaper than the retail in the US.

So everything equals out then. That's a 20%disc right there.

Sent from the 3-4 Watches Philosophy Company headquarters

luke.2008 · 29 October 2014, 07:57 PM

i have a5711 and a 5712 and in the long term i prefer the 5712

lapince · 29 October 2014, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by luke.2008

i have a5711 and a 5712 and in the long term i prefer the 5712

Nice to hear that as I only have the 5712 and was hesitating a little between it and the 5711

Anyways both great watches, must say I really love mine

I thought for the small price difference might as well get a few complications, and don't regret it one bit...

HL65 · 29 October 2014, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

I am guessing this for the 5980/1r:
Retail 91.4k with disc. probably 69-73k, used probably 60k.

Not even close Jorge. There is a long wait for one of these here and used selling for mid $70's not $60K. In fact find me one for $60k today used and I will gladly buy it guaranteed! I know grey dealers who would for a fact gladly pay $70K for used complete one as well. This is a hard watch to source from AD make no mistake about that.

fabio62 · 29 October 2014, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by luke.2008

i have a5711 and a 5712 and in the long term i prefer the 5712

in italian forum you told the contrary....

JorgeCCW · 29 October 2014, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Not even close Jorge. There is a long wait for one of these here and used selling for mid $70's not $60K. In fact find me one for $60k today used and I will gladly buy it guaranteed! I know grey dealers who would for a fact gladly pay $70K for used complete one as well. This is a hard watch to source from AD make no mistake about that.

Well, then maybe I had a golden opportunity then. Because a year a go that was the offer I got from my AD.

I should of bought it. But at the time I wasn't ready to sell any of my 13 pieces. If would of be today then it would of been a different story.

Cheers !

Sent from the 3-4 Watches Philosophy Company headquarters

JorgeCCW · 29 October 2014, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by luke.2008

i have a5711 and a 5712 and in the long term i prefer the 5712

Totally

iazrollie · 29 October 2014, 09:49 PM

I love my 5711. The 5990 is next favorite. It would be number 1, if it came in blue.

EJL · 29 October 2014, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by iazrollie

I love my 5711. The 5990 is next favorite. It would be number 1, if it came in blue.

5990 would look amazing in blue!

texex91 · 29 October 2014, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by EJL

5990 would look amazing in blue!

Have a feeling that might come next year--or at least wishful thinking

EJL · 29 October 2014, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by texex91

Have a feeling that might come next year--or at least wishful thinking

Hope you're right.
I'll better start saving just in case. 😀

26 October 2014, 11:26 AM	#68
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29 October 2014, 09:49 PM	#87
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	I love my 5711. The 5990 is next favorite. It would be number 1, if it came in blue. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

26 October 2014, 08:43 AM	#62
CassiusNZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Galveston, TX Posts: 216	Ken thats a great comparison shot! I also love the 5980/1AR... but I think id be more drawn towards the 5990 for roughly the same price... it'd be one of those though!

26 October 2014, 10:14 AM	#65
CassiusNZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Galveston, TX Posts: 216	Gutted that blue dial doesnt go on the standard 5980!!! I'd buy that in a heartbeat! The $20k diff from Two Tone to SS is super hard to swallow!

26 October 2014, 10:21 AM	#66
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Nautilus nation.

26 October 2014, 11:32 AM	#69
CassiusNZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Galveston, TX Posts: 216	Geezes... :O that 5980/1r is sick.. i guess for the 85k price tag it should be!! :D But when you look at the ar two tone for 'only' 20k less... guess you your at 65k may as well go all the way to 85k! Congrats.. monster of a piece! Its true.. the solid gold day-date 2's are a comparable BARGAIN compared with the all gold pateks! :)

26 October 2014, 12:18 PM	#71
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Same here don't fancy 2 tones, but that blue dial is quite amazing, but the TT really not for me...

26 October 2014, 01:08 PM	#72
Time Exposure "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Bryan Location: Sac Valley, CA US Watch: Patek 5980/1A Posts: 2,860	I forgot to cast my vote! Although, after my glowing "incoming" thread it may be obvious. The first collector wrist watch I purchased for myself (in 1986) was a LeCoultre 3-register (12-hr) chrono. I have loved chronos since. My first Patek was 1993 (time-only Calatrava from 1956), at a time when they were (and I still believe they are) the finest mass-production watch manufacturer in the world. I was late to appreciate the Genta designs, but embraced them with wide open arms. So when the 5980 blipped my radar, I was completely smitten. And now that I finally have one... Pure bliss.

28 October 2014, 12:20 AM	#79
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,873	I am so condemned. The only Nautilus that both looks great and fit me without being top heavy and uncomfortable is the 5980/1R.

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