Patek Philippe Nautilus

Overall Condition: Great condition overall. Case and bracelet shows wear throughout associated with use and age. Dial shows light patination. Handset and indices are in very good condition.

The 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 clamoring to get their hands on Genta's second great luxury sports watch, and with the recent news of the discontinuation of the flagship reference 5711 in steel, this dramatic rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down.

This midsize Nautilus, a Reference 3800/1A-001, embodies all of the porthole-inspired character of its larger siblings. Dating to the 1980s, it is presented in an elegant 37mm stainless steel monobloc case with matching integrated bracelet, an automatic winding movement, and a stunning blue gradient 'teak Sigma' dial with beautifully patinated tritium luminous indices and matching handset.

A Patek Philippe Nautilus — in any of its variations — is a very special thing. But we'd be lying if we said we didn't have a real affinity for the often overlooked midsize models such as this one!