Patek Philippe Nautilus review
Few watches can be considered perfect, Patek Philippe Nautilus is one of them. Since the 1970s, Nautilus has attracted the attention of the watch industry with its design and excellent quality. Each Patek Philippe Nautilus is almost entirely handmade, which is unique, but what they all share is the exquisite craftsmanship of Patek Philippe.
Nautilus is generally considered to be Mount Rushmore alongside its closest competitor, AP Royal Oak. The similarity between Nautilus and Royal Oak is that they are both sports watches that push luxury to new limits.
In today’s review of the Nautilus series, we will discuss the history, design, complications, internal movement, dial, specifications, etc. of Nautilus. This article also includes the price list of the Nautilus series.
The birth of the Nautilus
In 1976, Patek Philippe Nautilus came out as one of the few stainless steel sports watches. Since then, Nautilus has become one of the highest holy grail watches for many collectors.
The Patek Philippe Nautilus developed by Genta aims to be an excellent sports watch, unparalleled in quality and surface treatment. The first reference ever produced was 3700, which was made of stainless steel.
The thinking process behind the development of a luxury stainless steel sports watch is very exciting. Not all wearers need a sturdy and durable watch to perform hard work. Many buyers want something that can handle daily wear and tear better than the delicate watches produced in the 70s. Nautilus products are very suitable for white-collar gentlemen who want a reliable high-end sports watch.
Over the years, Patek Philippe has maintained the quality and uniqueness of the Nautilus series. In today’s watch market, it is impossible to find one in a watch case. If you are lucky enough to find a second-hand one, you will probably need to spend 3 times the suggested retail price to own it.
Case design
It is undeniable that Nautilus has one of the most well-known case designs in the copy watch industry. This watch stands out from the crowd due to its flat brushed bezel, overhanging edges and overall round case.
The flat brushed finish of the bezel is very attractive and definitely more luxurious than sports. My only reservation about the Patek Philippe Nautilus is how the bezel magnifies even the smallest scratches. Yes, I know that a quick brushed repair of the bezel is sufficient, but you can only do this many times.
What makes the Nautilus different is its strange shape, at least when it was launched. Now, when I say strange, I don’t mean it’s bad, it’s just different. This is a very unique look, but Patek Philippe has done it to perfection. You have to praise those brands that think outside the box, obviously Patek Philippe has received a huge return from Nautilus.
Nautilus internal movement and complications
The Nautilus series has 6 different internal movements. These movements are completely developed and manufactured by Patek Philippe. Patek Philippe even marked each of their movements with a seal, which means the highest production quality. Each of the 6 movements provides different complications for each watch in the series. Let us learn more about each Patek Philippe Nautilus movement.
Caliber 26-330 S C
Patek Philippe’s 26-330 SC internal movement powers the Nautilus 5711 model. This particular reference has only simple date complications. The technical specifications of the 26-330 SC include 30 jewels, a power reserve of 45 hours, a 21k gold rotor and a 4 Hz frequency.
Caliber 240 PS IRM C LU
Patek Philippe’s 240 PS IRM C LU internal movement is installed in the Nautilus 5712 model. These references have date, moon phase, power reserve display and small seconds complications. The technical specifications of the 240 PS IRM C LU include 29 jewels, 11 bridges, 48-hour power reserve, 22k gold mini rotor and 3 Hz frequency.
Caliber 324 S QA LU 24H/303
Patek Philippe’s 324 S QA LU 24H/303 internal movement is the driving force of the Nautilus 5726 model. These models have complicated functions of moon phase, annual calendar and 24-hour display. The technical specifications of the 324 S QA LU 24H/303 include 34 jewels, 10 splints, 45 hours power reserve, 21k gold rotor and 4 Hz frequency.
Caliber CH 28-520 C/522
The internal caliber of the CH 28-520 C/522 was designed by Patek Philippe for the Nautilus 5980 point reference. These references have 60-minute chronograph and 12-minute our single counter, as well as date complications. The technical specifications of the CH 28-520 C/522 include 35 jewels, 13 splints, 55-hour power reserve, 21k gold rotor and 4 Hz frequency.
Caliber CH 28-520 C FUS
The internal caliber of the CH 28-520 C FUS is referenced by Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990. These flyback chronographs have a 60-minute counter, dual time zone mechanism and date complications. The technical specifications of the CH 28-520 C FUS include 34 jewels, 55-hour power reserve, 21k gold rotor and 4 Hz frequency.
Caliber 240 Q
Patek Philippe replica equipped the Nautilus 5740 model with 240 Q in-house calibre. These models have a perpetual calendar (day of the week, date, month, leap year), 24-hour indicator and moon phase complications. The technical specifications of the 240 Q include 27 jewels, 8 bridges, 48-hour power reserve, 22k gold mini rotor and 3 Hz frequency.
Available housing materials
When choosing Patek Philippe Nautilus, you will have a variety of different price points to choose from. Available watch case materials are stainless steel, rose gold and platinum. These three metals are well presented in the Nautilus series and provide a unique experience for the wearer.
There is nothing hotter than a stainless steel sports watch now. In addition to the values we will introduce later, stainless steel is the metal of choice for sports watches because of its durability and toughness. Although there are stainless steels to choose from, their prices are still high.
Both rose gold and platinum styles add a sense of luxury to luxury sports watches. Personally, I like rose gold in luxury watches, and the Patek Philippe and Nautilus series combine this perfectly. Although gold is malleable and considered soft, these watches should be kept in good condition considering that their owners did not place their Nautilus under the same conditions as the stainless steel reference.
Bracelet and shoulder strap
Bracelets can make or break the watch. Fortunately, for Nautilus, this bracelet takes this series to a new level. The presidential design of the bracelet is very comfortable, the taper is very good, and there is a beautiful hidden folding clasp. Nautilus is often compared to AP Royal Oak. Personally, I think part of the reason this happens is that both bracelets perform well on these watches.
dial
The dial of the Patek Philippe Nautilus is simple and elegant. The interesting thing about this watch is that the dial is not unique, but most people see this style and think of Nautilus. Patek Philippe uses an easy-to-read design that completely takes over people’s impression of it.
The Nautilus dial features a sunburst finish, horizontal relief, golden hour markers and luminous coating. Nautilus dial colors include blue, black, green, gray and brown. mens replica watch