Alright, so I wanted to share my little project of remaking the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5713/1. I gotta say, it was quite the journey, but totally worth it in the end. Let’s dive into how I got it all done.
First off, I started by doing some serious digging online. I needed to find a reliable online store to source all the parts. I mean, you can’t just walk into any store and find Patek Philippe parts, right? So, I spent a good chunk of time browsing through different websites, comparing prices, and reading reviews. Finally, I stumbled upon a few authorized retailers and official showrooms listed on *. It was a relief to know that these places were legit and officially authorized to sell Patek Philippe watches.
Once I had my sources, I moved on to the next step: figuring out exactly what I needed for the Nautilus 5713/1G-010. This baby is a beauty with its 40mm white gold case and that stunning blue dial. And let’s not forget the date function—gotta have that! I also noticed the 18k white gold case features a diamond-paved bezel that surrounds a blue dial with highly legible index.
I gathered that some places were selling pre-owned ones, and they even offered a 24-month warranty. That sounded pretty good, but I was set on building mine from scratch. There are also some available for sale by dealers worldwide such as Chrono24 and Bloombar Watches with the price ranging from 121000 to 150505 USD. However, I decided to start from scratch.
Next up, the fun part—actually getting my hands on the parts. This was a bit tricky. I had to make a detailed list of every single component, from the case to the dial, the hands, and even the tiny screws. I placed my orders and waited. It felt like forever, but finally, the packages started arriving. Unboxing each one was like Christmas morning! The total cost of parts is estimated at between 89187-200671 USD. Pretty expensive, isn’t it?
With all the parts in hand, I began the assembly process. This was where things got real. I set up my workspace, laid out all the parts, and got to work. It was a meticulous process, to say the least. I started with the case, carefully setting the bezel and making sure everything was aligned perfectly. Then came the dial and the hands. I had to be extra careful not to scratch anything.
The movement was the most challenging part. It’s such a delicate piece of engineering. I took my time, followed the instructions to the letter, and double-checked every step. Slowly but surely, it all came together. Seeing the watch tick for the first time was incredibly satisfying. It felt like a real accomplishment.
Here’s a quick rundown of what I did:
- Sourcing the Parts: Spent hours online finding authorized retailers.
- Research: Figured out all the specs of the Nautilus 5713/1G-010.
- Ordering: Made a list, placed orders, and waited for the parts to arrive.
- Assembly: Carefully put everything together, starting with the case, then the dial, hands, and finally the movement.
In the end, I had a beautifully remade Patek Philippe Nautilus 5713/1 on my wrist. It wasn’t easy, but the feeling of wearing something I built with my own hands is just unbeatable. Plus, I learned a ton along the way. If you’re thinking about taking on a project like this, I say go for it! Just be prepared for a bit of a challenge and a whole lot of fun.
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