Whichever one becomes available first!!
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Whichever one becomes available first!!
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Blue is the 'historic' colour, because for years, that was the only choice. But a white dial version was made in the first years of production in the late 70s at the request of one customer. It then stayed dormant until 2012, when White became available as a general option.
I wouldn't choose the blue because it is less easy to read, but it remains the favourite. For now.
When I saw both in person side by side I preferred the white. I think because the date aperture was less jarring.
Blue (to contrast with your AP RO 15202)
Sadly - it will be one or the other.
Must admit leaning toward the 15202. I prefer the aesthetics on the AP and it was the 'first' of Genta's famous steel sports watch duo.
Prices being what they are, I am likely to buy used I think - I can't see a 15202 doing much other than losing value if bought new with no discount.
I have a while to think on it - I doubt my turn at the Patek AD will come up for at least another year / 18 months.
Something very pleasing about no seconds hand too.
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Patek do make some super crisp Nautilus white dials, the 5726 is fantastic.
Nothing beats the blue dial on a 5711...
I find the white dial in a different class. So much better looking.
Blue dial any day and twice on Sunday
I have both and white is superior imo. It’s crisp and it’s not really white more a silvery white.
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Both very nice. Im one for the Blue dial.
Blue for me but was suprised how nice the white one is in the flesh
Blue for me.
No contest for me - Blue.
I don't really like white dialled watches in general.
M.
If one gets past the WIS instinct that one is meant to think 'blue' because it's the classic Nautilus colour, the white has a lot going for it. I do agree with the comment that there's something a bit fresher about it.
I love kaiserphoenix's solution to this dilemma - classy.
I would happily buy either given the opportunity.
The white is very crisp and fresh which puts it just ahead of the blue in my opinion.
I tried both on 2 week ago and was severely underwhelmed by both, couldn’t see what all the excitement is about but the blue was better imo
I got my blue way before prices got crazy and waiting time for a 5711 was only several weeks. I had that feeling that when the white dial came out, the blue dial suddenly became hard to acquire (i may be wrong though).
No matter how hard i try, its blue for me... beautiful and closest to the original
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White every time. It makes the best of that superbly clear dial.
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I’d like both, but it would be a huge financial commitment.
It's just a matter of time...
I think blue is more universal and goes with more clothes options.
Blue for me. Just seems more in keeping with the watch.
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Since that recent Mr Porter video I’ve been looking into the nautilus and I agree they are stunning watches, but am I missing something with the price?
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Blue also for me.
The white is very nice and crisp but I want to add a white 116500 Daytona at some point.
Crazy money now but I love it and would prob only change for the 5712 (I still cant decide which one I prefer, change my mind daily but think the 5164 will be my Patek of choice with complication)
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The blue... it looks smarter.
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Got to be blue for me
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I'd like a joint account balance where the other half wouldn't notice a PP being bought...
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Only blue for me, especially given the blue seems to change tones with different lighting.
The white face for me is ugly. I have heard various people think the nautilus is an ugly watch overall and that if it wasn't made by PP, question who would actually want one! Only with the white face do I agree with their comments.
Somehow, I don't think you have ever seen the white face 5711. And in reality it's a sort of 'silvery' colour, not plain white.
Still prefer blue over white. Although recently seeing and handling the mock of a white face version changed the impression I had developed in my mind just by looking at the pictures. It is very nice in white too, looks very crisp and changes a bit depending on conditions.
Definitely blue. It's just a lovely colour, and I love how it catches the light. I usually really like a white dial, but it just seems a bit soulless next to the blue one. Of course, I've not seen on in the flesh, so I might be way off and it's just a picture problem.
One of my grails, no doubt.
Guys, you're approaching this the wrong way! We're going to collect Mrs cmcm3's first Patek tomorrow - a 5712 Nautilus. You've got to get creative with these things!
In terms of the original question, its blue for me ever since Alanski compared the white one to a roller door on a garage...
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Still blue for me. Have been on the list for a 5711 at Mallorys in Bath for a couple of years and have now risen to the heady heights of sixth on their pecking order. Nice people to deal with, but will still be a long time coming at their rate of supply. One or two a year at most.
Blue for me