So, I was looking to get a nice watch, and I really wanted a Patek Philippe Nautilus. But, you know, those things are crazy expensive. Then I thought, “Why not try a remake?” I decided to go for the 5980 model because it looked pretty cool.
First, I started looking around online. There’s a lot of talk about the Nautilus 5711 being the most popular for remakes, especially from PPF or 3KF. But I was more interested in the 5980. I also saw some stuff about the 5712, but I stuck with the 5980 plan.
I did some digging on what to look for in a good remake. I wanted something that looked really close to the real deal, what they call “Original Order Quality.” It’s tough because there are so many out there, and you don’t want to get ripped off.
Here’s what I did:
- Read Reviews: I spent hours reading reviews and comments from other people who bought these remakes. That gave me a good idea of which makers were reliable and which ones to avoid.
- Compared Pictures: I found a bunch of pictures of the real Nautilus 5980 and compared them to the remake versions. I looked at the details, like the shape of the case, the dial, the hands, and the bracelet. I got pretty good at spotting the differences.
- Look for details: I read some suggestions about the 5712 and find some key points, then apply these points to my 5980 plan. Although they are different models, some basic rules can be useful.
- Asked Around: I joined some online forums and groups where people talk about watches. I asked for recommendations and advice on where to buy a good 5980 remake.
After all that work, I finally found a remake that looked really good. It wasn’t perfect, but it was close enough for me, especially considering the price difference. The maker had good reviews, and the pictures looked promising. It took me sometime to negotiate with the seller.
I placed the order and waited. When it arrived, I was pretty happy with it. It looks great on my wrist, and most people can’t even tell it’s not the real thing. It keeps time well, and the chronograph function works great.
The End
So that’s my story of getting a remake Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980. It was a bit of a journey, but I’m glad I did it. I saved a ton of money and still got a watch that I really like. If you’re thinking about doing the same, just make sure you do your research and don’t rush into anything.
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