Patek Philippe
reference 5980/1A has been one of the most looked after complicated pieces in
the last years. The blue dialed version in steel is still offered but is now
completed by a second dial variation of charcoal to black nuances.
The black
version is now loosing the refined aspect of the blue dial and appears like a
true tool watch!
I've been
really surprised by this watch the day I've been able to put it on my
wrist. This case is not so large and fits very nicely my medium sized wrist.
I must say that
I prefer the blue dialed version as I have to confess that I'm quite
appealed by the blue dialed 5711/1A too!
On the contrary
I admit that the black dialed 5980 is somewhat more modern looking.
The 5980R is
another new offering. While the 5712 is no longer offered in (non jewelled)
gold versions the chronograph is now available in a 5N gold that is darker than
classical pink gold. The brown dial completes the package.
This watch is
certainly less sporting due to its crocodile strap and is no longer able to
be considered as a tool watch, or a luxury tool watch!
In fact this
watch will certainly look perfect in the evening, back at the yacht club
cocktail, while the steel version will be perfect for the regattas in the
afternoon.
This picture
below reminds us that the Nautilus line really has a strong case design. Here
in a less thin version as the watch comprises an annual calendar chronograph.
You may have
understood that I'm not too fan of this one. Of course I can't love
them all!
Are you
planning to offer some partnership to your 5712R ?
Cheers
Dje