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Token74 · 16 January 2021, 10:17 PM

If you’ve opened this post expecting to read something interesting, I’m afraid you’re going to be disappointed! I don’t really have anything to say, other than I’ve had this watch for 18 months now and it just gets better and better.

I used to feel that it wore a little large on my wrist, and for sure it looks better on larger wrists, but I’ve now accepted that it’s a casual Nautilus and wearing large is fine.

As i say, if you were hoping for something interesting, I’m sorry! This is simply a 5990 appreciation post.

And Sam, if you’re lurking out there, thanks for helping me get it mate, i remain very grateful.

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ap1 · 17 January 2021, 12:28 AM

Cheers to that, enjoy it

Billfav · 17 January 2021, 12:48 AM

If you don't mind the query how big is your wrist? Have not tried one on yet, but really self conscious on whether my girly wrists could pull it off.

archer1021 · 17 January 2021, 12:55 AM

Awesome piece man! I agree with you

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AK797 · 17 January 2021, 12:56 AM

Looks great on you, keep enjoying!

brandrea · 17 January 2021, 12:59 AM

It’s a beauty Vince, glad to see you’re still loving it

yoast · 17 January 2021, 01:45 AM

My favorite nautilus. Tnx for posting

mongrelnomoad · 17 January 2021, 01:47 AM

It is HUGE! Enjoy it...

I always wondered why Patek doesn't make a travel-time-only Nautilus. Thinner, it could keep the traditional slim proportions. That'd probably be the pick of the range.

7sins · 17 January 2021, 02:52 AM

Huge congrats! Looks great in photos and even better in person!

Token74 · 17 January 2021, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by archer1021

Awesome piece man! I agree with you

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Looks perfect on you!

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Token74 · 17 January 2021, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billfav

If you don't mind the query how big is your wrist? Have not tried one on yet, but really self conscious on whether my girly wrists could pull it off.

Don’t mind at all. 6.5”

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Demonoid · 17 January 2021, 04:11 AM

I love mine. In my opinion is one of the best Patek’s out there.

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watchaser · 17 January 2021, 05:10 AM

One day! Love it. Thanks for sharing.

Billfav · 17 January 2021, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Token74

Don’t mind at all. 6.5”

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Thank you. There is hope for me yet... Again, beautiful timepiece

maecenas · 17 January 2021, 07:50 AM

My wrist is 6.75” and while it has big presence, I don’t find it “huge” at all. In fact, I think the proportions work really well.

archer1021 · 19 January 2021, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Token74

Looks perfect on you!

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Thank you!

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raclaims · 20 January 2021, 01:33 AM

Love mine...one of my fav in my collection...although I actually wouldn't mind it being a mm or 2 larger!

Pimpsy · 20 January 2021, 08:55 AM

I've wanted a 5990 for a long time, but prices shot through the roof in the meantime and now my dealer "bundles" desirable pieces...
I guess I get it, but it sucks. :(

Token74 · 20 January 2021, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pimpsy

I've wanted a 5990 for a long time, but prices shot through the roof in the meantime and now my dealer "bundles" desirable pieces...
I guess I get it, but it sucks. :(

Yeah, that sucks.

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rmlovett1 · 20 January 2021, 10:56 AM

Love this piece!

fskywalker · 20 January 2021, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Token74

If you’ve opened this post expecting to read something interesting, I’m afraid you’re going to be disappointed! I don’t really have anything to say, other than I’ve had this watch for 18 months now and it just gets better and better.

I used to feel that it wore a little large on my wrist, and for sure it looks better on larger wrists, but I’ve now accepted that it’s a casual Nautilus and wearing large is fine.

As i say, if you were hoping for something interesting, I’m sorry! This is simply a 5990 appreciation post.

And Sam, if you’re lurking out there, thanks for helping me get it mate, i remain very grateful.

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Very nice!

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Kniazukay · 20 January 2021, 03:20 PM

I love this watch! Any 5990 post w pics is great regardless of the reason imo.
Anyhow, question for you 5990 owners:
Have you ever had a situation where the hour pushers were pressed accidentally
and you didn’t notice until you realized the time was off? I always wondered if (depending how tight you wear it) the pushers were easily pushed without meaning to.

Token74 · 20 January 2021, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kniazukay

I love this watch! Any 5990 post w pics is great regardless of the reason imo.
Anyhow, question for you 5990 owners:
Have you ever had a situation where the hour pushers were pressed accidentally
and you didn’t notice until you realized the time was off? I always wondered if (depending how tight you wear it) the pushers were easily pushed without meaning to.

It hasn't happened to me, but my wrists are quite small so it sits higher than perhaps it might on larger wrists. Although I do wear it low down on the wrist so arguably more prone to the wrist-cocking action.

I would think that if the pushers were pressed accidentally, that both would be pushed at the same time. And if this happens, then nothing happens as there is protection in place to prevent this, as it would otherwise damage the movement (I think this is true, but don't quote me without research, as I may make you look daft!).

raclaims · 21 January 2021, 01:34 AM

I have def accidentally pushed the hours pusher...but it only affects the travel time so no big deal

mockingboy · 21 January 2021, 01:42 AM

I want this watch but not at 2x MSRP....just crazy!

Beautiful watch

rolexest · 21 January 2021, 01:44 AM

I would so love this watch but I feel like I would drive myself crazy trying to protect that bezel from scratches. Does that worry you at all or do you not care much?

Token74 · 21 January 2021, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexest

I would so love this watch but I feel like I would drive myself crazy trying to protect that bezel from scratches. Does that worry you at all or do you not care much?

Cared at first, then smashed it against a door handle and put a big scratch each side of the bezel, then hated it for a month, and since then haven’t cared one bit and now see every scratch as patina. So much so, i probably won’t bother getting it polished when it first goes in for service.

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imsayingthough · 21 January 2021, 03:49 AM

one day. enjoy!

pav333hp · 21 January 2021, 12:18 PM

My absolute favorite Nautilus!!! Love that you've had it for this long and enjoying it! That's really awesome!!!

Kniazukay · 21 January 2021, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Token74

It hasn't happened to me, but my wrists are quite small so it sits higher than perhaps it might on larger wrists. Although I do wear it low down on the wrist so arguably more prone to the wrist-cocking action.

I would think that if the pushers were pressed accidentally, that both would be pushed at the same time. And if this happens, then nothing happens as there is protection in place to prevent this, as it would otherwise damage the movement (I think this is true, but don't quote me without research, as I may make you look daft!).

Quote:

Originally Posted by raclaims

I have def accidentally pushed the hours pusher...but it only affects the travel time so no big deal

Great to know, thank you both for your input! I like the 5164 too, but let’s face it the side hour pushers are integrated way more beautifully on the 5990. One might argue most most onlookers wouldn’t even realize they are actual buttons they are designed so well. As for the 5164 the gap between the buttons is kind of ... well not as refined let’s say. IMO of course.

16 January 2021, 10:17 PM	#1
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,752	The 5990 If you’ve opened this post expecting to read something interesting, I’m afraid you’re going to be disappointed! I don’t really have anything to say, other than I’ve had this watch for 18 months now and it just gets better and better. I used to feel that it wore a little large on my wrist, and for sure it looks better on larger wrists, but I’ve now accepted that it’s a casual Nautilus and wearing large is fine. As i say, if you were hoping for something interesting, I’m sorry! This is simply a 5990 appreciation post. And Sam, if you’re lurking out there, thanks for helping me get it mate, i remain very grateful. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

17 January 2021, 12:48 AM	#3
Billfav "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Southeast Posts: 414	Looks Awesome... If you don't mind the query how big is your wrist? Have not tried one on yet, but really self conscious on whether my girly wrists could pull it off.

17 January 2021, 01:45 AM	#7
yoast 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,325	My favorite nautilus. Tnx for posting __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

17 January 2021, 02:52 AM	#9
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,912	Huge congrats! Looks great in photos and even better in person! __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Off Shore Gulf Blue 26238 \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

17 January 2021, 12:28 AM	#2
ap1 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 20,051	Cheers to that, enjoy it

17 January 2021, 12:55 AM	#4
archer1021 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: USA Watch: All of them! Posts: 1,247	Awesome piece man! I agree with you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 January 2021, 12:56 AM	#5
AK797 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,448	Looks great on you, keep enjoying!

17 January 2021, 12:59 AM	#6
brandrea 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (Mickey) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 84,979	It’s a beauty Vince, glad to see you’re still loving it

17 January 2021, 01:47 AM	#8
mongrelnomoad 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Here and there... Posts: 1,974	It is HUGE! Enjoy it... I always wondered why Patek doesn't make a travel-time-only Nautilus. Thinner, it could keep the traditional slim proportions. That'd probably be the pick of the range.

17 January 2021, 04:11 AM	#12
Demonoid 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Logan Location: USA Posts: 2,570	I love mine. In my opinion is one of the best Patek’s out there. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 January 2021, 05:10 AM	#13
watchaser 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Park City, Utah Posts: 1,497	One day! Love it. Thanks for sharing.

17 January 2021, 07:50 AM	#15
maecenas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: California Posts: 98	My wrist is 6.75” and while it has big presence, I don’t find it “huge” at all. In fact, I think the proportions work really well.

20 January 2021, 01:33 AM	#17
raclaims "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,651	Love mine...one of my fav in my collection...although I actually wouldn't mind it being a mm or 2 larger!

20 January 2021, 08:55 AM	#18
Pimpsy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Jersey Watch: PP 5712/1A Posts: 519	I've wanted a 5990 for a long time, but prices shot through the roof in the meantime and now my dealer "bundles" desirable pieces... I guess I get it, but it sucks. :(

20 January 2021, 10:56 AM	#20
rmlovett1 2025 Rolex SubTT Bluesy Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 24,627	Love this piece!

20 January 2021, 03:20 PM	#22
Kniazukay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: California Posts: 171	I love this watch! Any 5990 post w pics is great regardless of the reason imo. Anyhow, question for you 5990 owners: Have you ever had a situation where the hour pushers were pressed accidentally and you didn’t notice until you realized the time was off? I always wondered if (depending how tight you wear it) the pushers were easily pushed without meaning to.

21 January 2021, 01:34 AM	#24
raclaims "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,651	I have def accidentally pushed the hours pusher...but it only affects the travel time so no big deal

21 January 2021, 01:42 AM	#25
mockingboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 121	I want this watch but not at 2x MSRP....just crazy! Beautiful watch

21 January 2021, 01:44 AM	#26
rolexest Banned Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Canada Watch: ya gunna do Posts: 508	I would so love this watch but I feel like I would drive myself crazy trying to protect that bezel from scratches. Does that worry you at all or do you not care much?

21 January 2021, 03:49 AM	#28
imsayingthough "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: New York Posts: 762	one day. enjoy!

21 January 2021, 12:18 PM	#29
pav333hp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 593	My absolute favorite Nautilus!!! Love that you've had it for this long and enjoying it! That's really awesome!!!

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