Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A-010 Discontinued

About This Watch

The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A-010 is widely regarded as the most desirable luxury sports watch ever created. Designed by the legendary Gerald Genta in 1976, the Nautilus was inspired by porthole windows on transatlantic ocean liners, featuring a distinctive octagonal bezel with rounded edges and "ears" that extend from the case sides. The 5711/1A was introduced in 2006 with a slightly larger 40mm case compared to the original, and it quickly became the single hardest watch to purchase from any authorized dealer worldwide. The blue-black gradient dial, with its horizontal embossed pattern, is one of the most recognizable dials in watchmaking. The ultra-thin profile of just 8.3mm makes this watch remarkably comfortable despite its sporty design. The caliber 26-330 S C features the Patek Philippe seal, guaranteeing precision of -3/+2 seconds per day and finishing standards that exceed even COSC certification. When Patek Philippe announced the discontinuation of the 5711/1A in January 2021, prices on the secondary market skyrocketed, with examples trading above $130,000 against a retail price of $35,000. The Nautilus 5711 has transcended watchmaking to become a cultural symbol of success, taste, and access to the most exclusive tier of luxury goods.