Today I’m going to talk about my little adventure in remaking the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712, the classic style. I’ve always loved this watch, but the original one is way out of my league. I mean, who can afford that? And there’s apparently a 7-year waiting list even if you’ve got the cash! So, I thought, why not try making my own version?
I started by doing some research, looking up everything about the 5712. That’s when I found out it’s got this 240 caliber with a micro-rotor. Fancy, right? It also has a power reserve indicator, moon phase, date, and small seconds hands. All crammed into this slim case like the 5711 model. Pretty cool!
Research and Gather Materials:
- Scoured the internet for information about the Nautilus 5712.
- Found out about the 240 caliber movement.
- Decided to go with a super clone PP240 movement. I mean, it looked pretty close to the real deal.
Then came the fun part – getting the parts. Now, I didn’t want to just buy a ready-made replica. Where’s the fun in that? I wanted to piece it together myself. So I hunted down this super clone PP240 movement. It looked pretty darn good, and the finishing was top-notch for the price. Then I sourced the other parts – the case, dial, hands, and strap. I opted for a rose gold case ’cause I like a bit of bling, and that’s what the 5712/1R offers.
Sourcing Parts:
- Hunted down a super clone PP240 movement.
- Sourced a rose gold case, dial, hands, and strap.
- Made sure all the parts were compatible. This was a bit tricky, but I managed.
Next up, assembly. This was the most nerve-wracking part. I laid out all the parts, took a deep breath, and started putting it all together. I had to be super careful not to scratch anything or mess up the movement. It was like performing surgery, but on a watch!
Assembly:
- Laid out all the parts.
- Carefully assembled the watch, starting with the movement.
- Attached the dial, hands, and finally the case and strap.
And finally, after hours of work, it was done! My very own “Nautilus 5712”. It wasn’t perfect, of course. There were a few minor imperfections, but I was pretty proud of what I’d accomplished. It looked great on my wrist, and it kept time pretty well too!
Admire the finished product:
- Took a moment to appreciate the completed watch.
- Adjusted it to ensure the quality and complexity.
- Noticed it looked quite impressive, especially considering it was a DIY project.
Wearing it around, I got a few compliments. People thought it was the real deal! Of course, I told them it was a remake, but they were still impressed. It felt good to know that I had created something so cool with my own two hands. This whole project was a blast, and I learned a ton about watches in the process. Now, I’m thinking about which watch to remake next. Maybe a Rolex Submariner? Who knows!
So there you have it, folks. My journey in remaking the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712. It was a challenge, but a fun one. And who knows, maybe I’ll tackle another watch project soon. Stay tuned!
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