Here are the essential features of this top‑tier modified Nautilus:
1. Model & Market Context
- Model: Patek Philippe 5711R Nautilus (rose gold)
- Discontinued in the secondary market; its price is over 1 million yuan – beyond the reach of ordinary people
2. Material & Weight
- Case, strap, and buckle made from real precious metal AU750 18K rose gold
- Total weight: 183.4 grams – exactly matches the genuine
- Achieves the same material, weight, and color as the original
3. Case Development – Original Data
- Developed and customized based on original data (CNC scanning of genuine watch)
- One‑to‑one reproduction of:
- Case shape (shell type)
- Brushing (wire drawing)
- Polished surface treatment
- Precious metal engravings/lettering
4. Dial, Hands & Calendar – “Daimler Accessories” (Top‑tier Aftermarket)
- Dial: Brown‑yellow color – matched to genuine, very accurate; radial lines very full
- Hands: Three‑dimensional (3D) – no burrs from the side
- Calendar: Thick calendar – fills the entire calendar window (functional)
5. Movement
- Currently equipped with a moulded, non‑regulated (uncalibrated) 324 movement (clone)
- Non‑regulated structure normally only appears in genuine Patek 324 movements, but achieved through modification
- Bridge engravings: Gilded (gold) lettering
- Automatic rotor: Real 18K gold rotor
- Claim: This is currently the closest modified movement on the market to the original genuine 324
6. Upgrade Option (Perfection / Higher Budget)
- Can use original genuine dial, hands, calendar
- Can use original genuine 324 movement
- More expensive, but for those who pursue perfection
7. Case Craftsmanship – Critical “Beak” & Strap Details
| Feature | What to Look For |
|---|---|
| Case shape | Not a pure circle – has a specific corner |
| Thickness | ~8.1mm (ultra‑thin) |
| Side “beak” | Must be very three‑dimensional (sharp). If the beak is too round → the watch has problems. |
| Strap middle beads | Slightly raised – correct |
| Strap taper | Upper part thicker, bottom narrower – gradual thinning (matches genuine) |
| Strap polishing | Side polishing surface treatment – very well done |
| Strap softness | Very, very high – the strap is soft, can be placed directly on the palm. Inferior factories (e.g., some imported factories) make straps that are stiff / straight – completely wrong. |
8. Engravings & Hallmarks
- Inside clasp: Calatrava logo, PP full spelling – very clear, hand‑chiseled
- Precious metal marks: 750 mark, PPC engraving, scales, dog head – all hand‑chiseled, very three‑dimensional
- Bottom cover: Precious metal engravings also important
9. Key Quality Checklist for PP 5711R
| Component | What to Look For |
|---|---|
| Weight | ~183.4g – requires real 18K rose gold |
| Case material | AU750 18K rose gold |
| Case shape | Not purely round; has a corner; side “beak” sharp & 3D (not rounded) |
| Thickness | ~8.1mm |
| Strap softness | Very soft, flexible – not stiff/straight |
| Strap taper | Gradual thinning (thicker at top, narrower at bottom) |
| Middle beads | Slightly raised |
| Dial | Brown‑yellow color correct; full radial lines |
| Hands | 3D, no burrs |
| Calendar | Thick, fills window |
| Movement | Non‑regulated 324 clone (or genuine upgrade); 18K gold rotor; gilded engravings |
| Hallmarks/engravings | Deep, clear, hand‑chiseled (750, dog head, scales, Calatrava, PP spelling) |
This review video returns to the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711R – the rose gold version of the iconic sports watch. Unlike the steel 5711A, this is a precious metal model, so weight is even more critical. The genuine 5711R is discontinued and trades for over 1 million yuan, making it a prime target for high‑end modification.
Strengths:
- Real 18K rose gold (183.4g) – correct weight and material. This is the only way to avoid the “lightweight” tell of plated steel.
- CNC original data case – one‑to‑one reproduction of case shape, brushing, polishing, and engravings.
- “Beak” shape on side – sharp and three‑dimensional. Rounded beaks are a definitive sign of a poor replica. This is an excellent, simple quality check.
- Strap softness – a often‑overlooked but critical detail. A genuine Nautilus bracelet feels supple and drapes nicely. Stiff, straight bracelets are wrong. Bozhong demonstrates the softness by letting the strap fall naturally over his palm.
- Strap taper (gradual thinning) – correct proportion (thicker at lugs, thinner at clasp). Many factories make uniform links – incorrect.
- Non‑regulated 324 clone movement – balance wheel with counterweights (no card regulator), mimicking the genuine Patek free‑sprung balance. This is a premium movement feature.
- 18K gold rotor – matches genuine material and color (not copper).
- Gilded engraved bridges – clear, deep lettering (not printed).
- Hand‑chiseled hallmarks – 750, dog head, scales, Calatrava, PP spelling – deep and three‑dimensional.
This modified 5711R rose gold Nautilus sits at the very top tier of Patek replicas. It combines real 18K gold (correct weight), a correctly shaped “beak” case, a highly accurate non‑regulated clone movement (with 18K gold rotor and gilded engravings), and a dial/hands/calendar that closely match the original. The emphasis on strap softness and strap taper provides two simple, practical tests that anyone can perform – stiff or uniformly thick bracelets are immediate red flags.
For collectors who desire a rose gold Nautilus – a watch that is not only expensive but also discontinued – this custom build offers a compelling alternative with significant intrinsic gold value. The option to upgrade to genuine Patek movement and parts is available for those with the budget and desire for perfection. As with all such products, transparency and due diligence (independent authentication of gold purity and movement) are essential. For the informed enthusiast who accepts the legal gray area, this modified 5711R represents the pinnacle of what is currently achievable in the replica/modification market.
Hello everyone, this is Bozwatch Reviews.
Every watch is a work of art, a testament to time, and I am a fan of them. I also hope that all watch enthusiasts can avoid pitfalls and find their own “Bole” (discerning patron).
Some fans later sent me private messages asking about the best modified and upgraded watch – it’s called the PP 5711R Nautilus – and wanted me to take some videos to authenticate it. Well, today it’s here.
The PP 5711R has been discontinued on the secondary market, but its price is still rising. For this watch, the secondary market price is over one million yuan – which is actually beyond the reach of ordinary people.
For a modification of this watch, first we must understand its material. This watch is a gold watch made of 18K rose gold. If you want to restore its material and weight, you can use real precious metal – AU750 18K rose gold – to make its case, strap, and buckle. This watch is also made with real precious metal.
As usual, let’s weigh it together. What is the total weight of the 5711R? You can see the scale reads 183.4 grams. This watch has exactly the same weight as the original. For a watch made of precious metal, it achieves the same material, weight, and color as the genuine.
A good gold case product like this is developed and customized based on original data. What does that mean? It means from the case shape, the brushing, the polished surface treatment, and the engraving of precious metal hallmarks – everything is a one‑to‑one reproduction.
This is a fully modified 5711R Nautilus that you can see on the market. The dial, hands, and date wheel are all customized based on original data – these are aftermarket parts. The brown‑yellow color of the dial is matched to the genuine – very accurate. The sunburst radial lines are very full. See? And the hands are three‑dimensional. From the side, there are no burrs at all. The date wheel is also functional – a thick‑fill date wheel that fills the entire date window.
For this watch, the currently used movement is a molded, free‑sprung (non‑caliber) 324 movement. The free‑sprung structure only appears in the genuine 324, but through our modification and customization, we achieve the same effect. The bridges have gilded engravings, and it has a real 18K gold automatic rotor. This modified movement is currently the closest on the market to the genuine 324.
If you are a perfectionist, you can also use original genuine accessories – dial, hands, date wheel – and an original genuine 324 movement to upgrade. Of course, that will be more expensive. This watch shown here is upgraded with aftermarket parts.
Look at the brushing on the case – very, very delicate. Including the polished surfaces. For a Nautilus watch, the case is not a perfect circle – it has distinct facets. See it? The Nautilus is relatively thin – about 8.1 mm.
For Nautilus watches, you can see the beak shape on the side. If your friend’s watch has a beak that is too round, that means there is a problem. A truly good beak is very three‑dimensional. See?
Also the strap – the middle beads are slightly raised. The upper part of the strap is thicker, and the lower part is narrower – it gradually tapers. The genuine is the same. The polished surfaces on the strap sides are very well done.
For a Nautilus product, you must pay attention to the softness of the strap. You can see the strap in our hand – it is very, very soft. It drapes naturally. Compare that to other factories – the cases they make may be stiff and straight – that is completely wrong.
The engravings inside – such as the Calatrava logo, the full spelling of Patek Philippe – let me show you. The precious metal hallmarks – the 750 mark, the PP engraving, the scale, and the dog head – are all hand‑chiseled, very three‑dimensional. Including the caseback engravings – these are also very important.
Before you choose a product like this, you must first understand these details. Because there are many such products on the market.
This is the PP 5711R Nautilus – custom‑made with a full aftermarket upgrade. If you like this watch, don’t forget you can also contact Bozwatch. If you like Bozwatch’s videos, please double‑tap to like and follow.
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