Patek PhilippeAquanaut

KEY FACTS

• Launched in 1997, the Aquanaut was designed for a younger audience with its sporty rubber strap - a departure from Patek Philippe’s more traditional styling 
• While it was inspired by the brand’s iconic Nautilus, the Aquanaut has since become a legend in its own right
• In 2017, to mark the model line’s 20th anniversary, Patek Philippe launched thereference 5168G 
• With a 42mm case, it’s the largest watch in the Aquanaut family
• The 5168G was also the first Aquanaut to have a case crafted entirely from 18K white gold
• The dial has a dark blue gradient finish which is matched by a composite rubber strap
• The strap is fastened with an 18K white gold folding clasp stamped with the Patek Philippe Calatrava Cross 
• A sapphire crystal caseback displays the automatic calibre 324 S C
• This elaborately decorated movement features a solid gold winding rotor and is equipped with a 45-hour power reserve
• This 2019 example is offered by a private collector based in the United Kingdom
• A one-owner watch purchased new from a Patek Philippe dealerPresented with its lacquered wood display box, outer packaging, booklets, certificate of origin, Patek Philippe-embossed document wallet, and swing tag
• Graded ‘A’ for condition by the vendor who advises that the watch is in good working order and shows some light wear 

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