Patek Philippe Nautilus

The Patek Philippe Nautilus is one of the most iconic luxury sports watches in the world. Here’s a quick breakdown for you, Issam:

🔹 Origins & History

• Introduced: 1976

• Designer: Gérald Genta (the same man behind the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak).

• The Nautilus was Patek Philippe’s answer to the growing demand for luxury stainless-steel sports watches.

🔹 Design

• Case shape: Inspired by a ship’s porthole — rounded octagonal bezel.

• Bracelet: Integrated steel bracelet, very fluid and comfortable.

• Dial: Horizontal embossed lines, clean and elegant.

🔹 Popular Models

• Ref. 5711/1A (discontinued in 2021): The most famous, simple time-and-date model.

• Ref. 5712: With moonphase, power reserve, and date sub-dial.

• Ref. 5980: Chronograph version.

• Ref. 5990: Dual Time with chronograph.

• Ref. 5740: Perpetual Calendar in white gold.

🔹 Materials

• Available in stainless steel, rose gold, white gold, two-tone, and even diamond-set versions.

🔹 Market & Value

• Retail prices are already very high, but resale prices are much higher due to rarity and demand.

• Example: The discontinued steel 5711 retailed around $30–35k, but on the secondary market, it has gone for $100k+.

🔹 Why so popular?

• Classic design by Genta.

• Extremely limited production by Patek Philippe.

• Seen as a symbol of taste, wealth, and exclusivity.