Patek 5980/60G

[Tomshop]

What do people think of this reference? Any sense of how many they are producing? Also why such a huge premium on secondary market? Thanks!

[sameer222]

Because it's a super cool nautilus. The denim strap caught plenty of flak initially but it's now proving to be alot more versatile than anticipated. It looks amazing when dressed smart casual and even goes superb with a navy blazer.

[Tomshop]

Anyone have any sense of how many they will make or produce a year?

[sameer222]

From my understanding, there won't be many produced. The 5980 in all other iterations have been discontinued, so this is the last production model standing. If anyone has any insider information that would help!

[MBV]

Was offered twice to me - and other customers I know - from different ADs. We all declined, due to the strap options. But we are all >50 so not the target group. I went for the 5164G which looks imo way better on the wrist with a similar color scheme.

[Tomshop]

Originally Posted by MBV

Was offered twice to me - and other customers I know - from different ADs. We all declined, due to the strap options. But we are all >50 so not the target group. I went for the 5164G which looks imo way better on the wrist with a similar color scheme.

Very surprised to hear this as I know several very large collectors who are still waiting for theirs.

[Rockland]

Originally Posted by MBV

Was offered twice to me - and other customers I know - from different ADs. We all declined, due to the strap options. But we are all >50 so not the target group. I went for the 5164G which looks imo way better on the wrist with a similar color scheme.

I am > 50 and would buy it in a heartbeat if offered to me, but it will never be offered to me :(

[MBV]

Originally Posted by Rockland

I am > 50 and would buy it in a heartbeat if offered to me, but it will never be offered to me :(

Maybe it is rather a European style thing with this jeans approach? I am pretty sure it is appreciated differently in other markets.

[Champagnepapi]

Put that ref on a gold bracelet and it’s hands down best nautilus out there right now. But I don’t really like the jeans strap it’s feels a bit too much. Who knows maybe next year for the 50th anniversary….


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[sameer222]

It's not a nautilus for someone who is looking for just the one nautilus from the collection. But in a collection of 2-3 nautilus, it definitely has a place, and is in fact, a welcome change.

[Tomshop]

Has anyone gotten an allocation?

[DK7]

Its a hard to get watch

[Mattt]

I like it. I’m on the list for mine, but realistically I probably won’t get it for another 1–2 years.

[Apheaven]

What do I think? Great watch, but they totally missed the boat by not making and including another band that is the same color and material as the one from the 5164g. I have asked for this watch from my AD and have every intention of having a band made for it just like that one.

Patek, with total respect, you can’t stop me from achieving my dreams that you couldn’t creatively fulfill!


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[Apheaven]

Originally Posted by Champagnepapi

Put that ref on a gold bracelet and it’s hands down best nautilus out there right now. But I don’t really like the jeans strap it’s feels a bit too much. Who knows maybe next year for the 50th anniversary….


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This would look amazing!

[Tomshop]

Originally Posted by Apheaven

What do I think? Great watch, but they totally missed the boat by not making and including another band that is the same color and material as the one from the 5164g. I have asked for this watch from my AD and have every intention of having a band made for it just like that one.

Patek, with total respect, you can’t stop me from achieving my dreams that you couldn’t creatively fulfill!


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It does come with a second band although not a rubber one! Not sure you can do rubber on a Nautilus and get away with it.

[Rolle PP]

I got mine last summer, it an amazing piece. You get to strap, one a little bit dark blue. My watch is with both in the ocean and pool and strap looks brand new!