5811G or 5740G

[Tonski74]

Hi all,
I have been offered either a 5811G or 5740G from my AD.
I currently have a 5712/1A as my only Nautilus.

5811 Pros:
41mm (instead of 40mm for my 5712)
No complications (therefore different from my 5712)

5811 Cons:

5740 Pros:
Complications (Note I already have a perpetual calendar PP dress watch)
I also understand that the 5740 is the thinnest PC in Patek lineup which is special

5740 Cons:
Same size as my 5712 (it might be nice to have the 41mm)


My current PP lineup is as follows:
5204R-011
5370P-011
5968A-001
5712/1A-001

Any advice would be appreciated!


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[TeutonicCarFan]

Based on your collection which contains complications, I'd go with the 5811

[Ichiran]

The answer is both.

[PPcollector]

What a nice problem to have !! Congrats are in order!!

[slim]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

The answer is both.

This is the correct answer

[Tonski74]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

The answer is both.

Thanks for posting the photo! It is helpful to see them side by side … alas I can’t get both! I need to choose:-)


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[Ellz]

That is a wonderful dilemma to have- congratulations!!!!! I have the 5740- though I love the 5740 and it is great- I wish I had the more simple looking less busy dial of the 5811 I think. Don’t think you can go wrong as I think they are both great! You will love the warmth of the white gold on whichever you choose- keep us posted on what you decide :-)

[Calatrava r]

I would go with the 5811 if you can only get one. It is the best movement to me for a sports watch and has a sweep seconds hand.

[Tonski74]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I would go with the 5811 if you can only get one. It is the best movement to me for a sports watch and has a sweep seconds hand.

Good point about the movement…. I believe both the 5740 and 5712 both have the 240 movement as a base…. Therefore the 5811 would get another “pro” check mark!


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[m3tek44]

5740

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[Vasco]

You have a very interesting collection right now, huge congratz.

Regarding your question, I would have first suggested to get the 5740G instead of the 5712 (thinness) but the steel vs gold also has its advantage for usual everyday activities.

I like the idea of having a "simpler" Nautilus, especially with such blue dial. However, the 5740G is more interesting to me (QP, thinness for complication).

With a 5712/1A already, I think I would enjoy a 5740G more and "might" feel the 5811G's blue dial might not be fulfilling enough on the long run (to me).

[Tonski74]

Here is a photo of my current PP lineup…. I figured a photo alongside Ichiran’s might help… thanks for the feedback so far everyone!




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[subtona]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

The answer is both.

Originally Posted by Tonski74

Here is a photo of my current PP lineup…. I figured a photo alongside Ichiran’s might help… thanks for the feedback so far everyone!




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Spectacular! Just spectacular!!

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by Tonski74

Here is a photo of my current PP lineup…. I figured a photo alongside Ichiran’s might help… thanks for the feedback so far everyone!




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Very impressive collection.

[bourgognebob]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Very impressive collection.

Very impressive indeed. I’d honestly sell the 5712 and put some cash in and buy the 5811 then buy the 5740 at retail.

[pav333hp]

You have an amazing collection and I think 5811G will compliment it really well. Also, I've seen / tried on both the 5740 and 5811 IRL, and 5811 felt more special.

Originally Posted by Tonski74

Here is a photo of my current PP lineup…. I figured a photo alongside Ichiran’s might help… thanks for the feedback so far everyone!




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[Econdon]

Wow congrats on fantastic collection of sport and dressy Pateks!

As a fellow Canadian were you able to go through the AD route or did u go grey? My experience here with AD's is that they don't have the supply to open their doors to new customers so I went grey with my first Patek.

[Tonski74]

Originally Posted by Econdon

Wow congrats on fantastic collection of sport and dressy Pateks!

As a fellow Canadian were you able to go through the AD route or did u go grey? My experience here with AD's is that they don't have the supply to open their doors to new customers so I went grey with my first Patek.

I am fortunate to have family abroad so I don’t need to deal with the Canadian ADs. You are correct that supply is limited in Canada and there are not many opportunities to start a relationship.


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[ts3]

I'd go 5740 w/o any doubt.

The main reason is that I have not warmed up to 5811/1G. The upsizing is a con from my perspective, I don't like the execution of the date (frame and font), and I prefer the stealthy dial color of 5711/12. Also prefer steel over WG for a simple sports watch.

Another consideration is that they'll probably make 5811 for another decade including in steel whereas I doubt 5740 will be made many more years. The 240 movement may well be on its way out after four decades of production and with the introduction of a new micro rotor movement some time ago.

[Daytonaman799]

5740….

[mickyd329]

I would normally opt for the 5740, but seeing your collection has changed my mind. I think a 5811 would be a better compliment to your collection.

[Rollieo]

Originally Posted by mickyd329

I would normally opt for the 5740, but seeing your collection has changed my mind. I think a 5811 would be a better compliment to your collection.

Ditto

[MRBolton]

5811. It would be nice to have something a little more simple with your collection I think!

[HMHM]

You can go with either and still end up with a winner! There’s no wrong decision in this head to head

[TunaTuna]

I'd go 5740, more special more expensive

[Silver Bullet]

This is easy: Get the 5740 and trade your 5712 for a 5711 (blue or white or green) or 3700.

[Tonski74]

Originally Posted by Silver Bullet

This is easy: Get the 5740 and trade your 5712 for a 5711 (blue or white or green) or 3700.

Lol you guys are good! This is next level thinking!!


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[IamJacky]

Originally Posted by Silver Bullet

This is easy: Get the 5740 and trade your 5712 for a 5711 (blue or white or green) or 3700.

I think this idea is not bad at all!

[ts3]

Originally Posted by Silver Bullet

This is easy: Get the 5740 and trade your 5712 for a 5711 (blue or white or green) or 3700.

Agree as long as OP is willing to sell any of his watches. IMO 5740 + steel 3700 or 5711 is the best two Nautilus combo.

[subtona]

Really love the 5740 but I need the 120m WR.