Patek PhilippeAquanaut

KEY FACTS

• This Patek Philippe Aquanaut is offered by a UK-based trade seller
• Drawing design inspiration from its Genta designed counterpart, the Nautilus, the Aquanaut has become a legend in its own right
• Presented with a Patek Philippe display box, Patek Philippe Extract from the Archive dated September 15th 2021 pertaining to the watch's provenance, spare black rubber strap and travel pouch
• The vendor confirms the watch is in good working order

ABOUT THIS WATCH

• Introduced in 1997, the Aquanaut draws inspiration from its Genta designed counterpart, the Nautilus, but maintains its own unique character
• It was considered unconventional at launch, offered on a strap made of rubber - a material not traditionally associated with Switzerland’s premier watchmakers
• Since then, it’s set the trend for other manufacturers to combine luxurious and contemporary materials, and the rapid rise in values illustrates its popularity with collectors
• A year after its initial release, Patek Philippe launched three more references including this, the 5066. The 36mm stainless steel case features the signature rounded octagonal bezel, a hallmark of the Aquanaut series
• The dial, adorned with a textured pattern, provides excellent legibility with its bold Arabic numerals and luminescent hands
• The date window at the 3 o’clock position adds to the watch’s practicality without disrupting the dial's clean design
• One of the defining features of the ref. 5066 is its transparent sapphire case back, which offers a view of the finely finished Caliber 330 SC movement
• The movement’s intricate detailing, including the Geneva stripes and the 21k gold rotor, can be appreciated through the case back
• The watch is paired with a textured green rubber strap, echoing the dial design and complementing the Aquanaut's sporty aesthetic

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