Patek Philippe Nautilus

The Patek Philippe Nautilus is without question one of the great horological icons of the 1970s, and one of the most in-demand timepiece models on the planet.

Collectors and prospectors alike are clamouring to get their hands on what is arguably one of Genta's greatest watch designs, and with the discontinuation of the flagship Reference 5711 in steel, this continued rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down.

Interestingly, most demand for Nautilus models is centered around Jumbo models in steel, something we can't fully wrap our heads around …

This midsize Nautilus, a Reference 3800/1G, embodies all of the porthole-inspired character of its larger siblings, just with a slightly smaller 37mm case clad in solid 18K white gold. Outfitted with a crispy integrated bracelet with a signed locking clasp, this piece features one of our favorite Nautilus dial configurations with applied, luminous, white gold Roman indices; a date indicator at 3 o’clock; a matching luminous feuille handset and a white accented chemin de fer  set against a gloss black dial.

Absolutely fantastic.

Powered by the maison’s  self-winding Calibre 335SC movement, this piece is in outstanding condition retaining deep hallmarks and engravings. 

A standard stainless steel Nautilus with a blue ‘teak’ dial is as classic as it gets, but this unique dial configuration blended with a white gold case and bracelet is a perfect marriage of sport and elegance.