Patek PhilippeNautilus

KEY FACTS

• The Gérald Genta-penned Nautilus was introduced in 1976, and has since become an icon thanks to its distinctive design and impressive finishing 
• Discontinued in 2021 alongside its steel counterpart, the 5711/1R has become one of the most sought-after of all Patek Philippe watches 
• This 18K rose gold Nautilus is offered by a private collector in the United Kingdom
• It is a one-owner piece, which was purchased new from an authorised Patek Philippe dealer in the UK 
• The watch is presented with its display box, outer packaging, travel pouch, certificate of origin, booklets, leather wallet and swing tag 
• Four spare links are included in the set where the bracelet has been sized 
• ​Graded ‘AA’ by the vendor, who reports the watch to be in unworn condition 

This watch is being managed by Watch Collecting for the duration of the auction and is being held in a secure third-party facility. Watch Collecting will release the watch to the successful bidder after the vendor confirms they have received payment.

SUMMARY

The Nautilus has well and truly ascended to iconic status in the realm of watches. Beyond its prominence in popular culture, this luxury sports watch stands as a testament to its horological heritage. In this instance, the Nautilus 5711/1R’s case and integrated bracelet are presented in 18K rose gold, which is complemented by a gradient dial with distinctive striations. Housed inside the case, and visible through the sapphire case back, is the elaborately decorated calibre 26‑330 S. Updated in 2019, this movement is now equipped with hacking seconds for the first time on the Nautilus. It also features refined architecture and the usual high standard of hand finishing expected from a Patek Philippe.

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