Jimmy Carr is one of my favourite comedians. His quick wit consistently incites belly laughs while his risqué punchlines are some of the best in the business. What’s less known about the British comedian is his incredible taste for watches, which he puts on full display throughout the comedy show Your Face or Mine that he co-hosts with fellow comedian Katherine Ryan (also hysterical). As you watch him masterfully roast guests who come on the show, you will also notice some astounding timepieces that make cameos throughout. Patek Philippe Nautilus ref. 5712/1A and 5712/R More often than not, you will spot Carr wearing his go-to Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 in stainless steel. The 5712 is a more complicated 5711, including a power-reserve indicator and moonphase into the real estate of the blue dial. While some may prefer the plainer dial of the standard time and date only Nautilus, the 5712 has its benefits as well. Aside from the added complication, which may or may not be up your alley, I think we can all agree its usage of the Caliber 240 PS IRM C LU is a welcome upgrade. The 324 SC in the 5711 uses a winding rotor that obstructs…
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