Patek PhilippeAquanaut

KEY FACTS

• ​Patek Philippe’s luxurious sports watch is presented here in stainless steel
• A one-owner example purchased new by the vendor from an authorised UK Patek Philippe dealer
• Presented with the display box, outer box, swing tag, small cardboard, presentation box, original purchase receipt, Patek Philippe (PP) cream envelope, PP brown leather folder containing the certificate of origin, instruction/movement manual, PP Register booklet, PP Collectors libary leaflet, PP Museum leaflet
• Graded ‘B’ for condition by the vendor who reports the watch to be in good working order

FUNCTIONS

• Time and date
• ​Powered by the calibre 324 SC movement with elaborate hand finishing, which is viewable through the sapphire crystal case back
• Automatic winding with a 45 hour of power reserve
• Water resistant to 120m

SUMMARY

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.

Part of Patek Philippe’s current Aquanaut range, this ref. 5167A-001 has an expertly finished 40.8mm steel case with a blend of brushed and polished surfaces showcasing the watchmaker’s attention to detail. Due to its impressive thinness (8.1mm), the watch can easily slide under any shirt cuff, and with its screw-down crown and 120m water-resistant case, is just at home by the water.

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