Okay, so I’ve been wanting to get my hands on a Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 for a while now. You know, the one with the blue dial? It’s a real beauty. But let me tell you, it’s not easy. I started this whole thing thinking it would be a simple purchase, but boy, was I wrong.
My Journey Begins
First, I started doing some research. I mean, this isn’t just any watch, it’s a Patek Philippe. And the 5711, well, it’s kind of a legend. I learned that they stopped making the blue dial version, which is the one I wanted. Apparently, they discontinued the white dial one a while back, in 2020. So, I knew getting one wasn’t going to be a walk in the park.
I looked at the different models and features, there was a lot more to it than I first thought. It’s not just about telling time, it’s an investment, a piece of art, really.
The Real Struggle
Then, I started contacting authorized dealers. I thought, “Okay, I’ll just put my name down and wait.” Nope. The waiting lists were crazy long, if they even added me at all. They are super popular and super hard to find. It was like trying to get into a secret club.
- Contacted multiple authorized dealers.
- Faced extremely long waiting lists.
- Explored the pre-owned market as an alternative.
So, I started looking at the pre-owned market. I figured, maybe I could find one there. And I did find some, but the prices were, well, let’s just say they were a bit higher than retail. A lot higher. I also found out that a lot of them that were marked as “pre-owned” were actually brand new. But still, I had to be careful, make sure it was authentic, you know? I didn’t want to end up with a fake. The whole market was nuts. The prices were insane.
Finally Got One
After a lot of searching, a lot of calls, and a lot of patience, I finally found one. It wasn’t easy, and it definitely wasn’t cheap. But I got it. A pre-owned, but mint condition, Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 with the blue dial.
I went to pick it up. Checked everything, the papers, the watch itself. It was perfect. It felt amazing to finally have it on my wrist. All the trouble felt like it was totally worth it. Now I just have to take care of it.
It was a real journey, let me tell you. But hey, I got my 5711 in the end. And honestly, I feel pretty darn good about it.
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