What's so great about the Aquanaut? All you need to know about the appeal of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut!

Did you know that Patek Philippe has a model called the "Aquanaut"?

If you are considering buying a Patek Philippe watch, you may regret it if you don't know the appeal of the Aquanaut.

This time, we will introduce the appeal of Patek Philippe's flagship model, the Aquanaut, which captivates adult men, in a way that even those who are new to watches can understand.

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What are the flagship models of Patek Philippe, the world's three greatest watches?

Patek Philippe's flagship models are the Nautilus, Calatrava, and Aquanaut .

The Aquanaut was designed based on another flagship model, the Nautilus.

What is the popular Patek Philippe model Aquanaut?

The Aquanaut was released in 1997, making it a relatively new model, only about 22 years old.

The Aquanaut has a unique design that combines the best of the elegant Calatrava and the noble yet casual Nautilus.

The appeal of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut

Now, let's take a closer look at the appeal of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut.

The appeal of the Aquanaut: 1. The octagonal case derived from the Nautilus

The Aquanaut is a model derived from the Nautilus.
The most distinctive feature is the octagonal case .

The soft, warm and modern form creates a unique look not found in other watches.

The embossed dial has a structural design, and the more you look at it, the more you discover, drawing you into its world.

The appeal of Aquanaut 2. Excellent water resistance, traction resistance, and UV resistance

As the name "Aqua" Note suggests, this model is highly waterproof .

Additionally, we have focused on incorporating essential features for everyday use, such as traction resistance and UV resistance .

For this reason, it is also considered one of the most practical watches among Patek Philippe watches.

The appeal of the Aquanaut ③ Composite tropical band

Composite materials are very strong materials and are used in the bodies of aircraft and F1 cars. They are also used in artificial heart valves and artificial bones.

Tropical Band is the name of the Aquanaut compatible band and is made using composite material.

The tropical band, made of composite material, was developed by Patek Philippe over a period of two years . It is anti-metal allergy, resistant to UV rays, and has an excellent fit . Also, unlike regular rubber materials, it is not sticky and feels smooth . Of course, it is also highly durable .

The appeal of the Aquanaut #4: A wide variety of derivative models and colors

Other Patek Philippe models don't come in as many different colors.

That's a good thing, but the Aquanaut has changed that approach and has a wide variety of derivative models and variations .

With Aquanauts, even if you have the same model, the chances of you having an exact duplicate as someone else are low.

Another attractive feature is that there are so many varieties that it's easy to find an aqua note that suits your taste.

Things you need to know about Patek Philippe Aquanaut's representative models and second-hand prices

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060

Source: uk.wikipedia.org

This is an early model of the Aquanaut that was only produced for one year in 1997. It is a medium size of 34mm.

Aquanaut is available in size labels such as "large size" and "medium size."

The skeleton back that is now standard on Aquanauts was not yet included at this time.

It is considered a rare model, but on the second-hand market the price can fluctuate considerably depending on the condition.
Used prices range from 2 million to 2.5 million yen .

Patek Philippe Aquanaut References 5065 and 5066

Both models were released between 1998 and 2007.

It has been changed to the standard specifications of the current model, such as a skeleton back and bracelet model.

Reference 5065

The Ref. 5065 has been changed from a medium size of 34mm to a large size of 38mm.

Reference 5066

On the other hand, the Ref. 5066 has the same medium size of 34mm as the earlier model.

The price for a pre-owned ref. 5065 is around 3,000,000 to 4,000,000 yen .

On the other hand, the price of a used Ref. 5066 is around 2 to 3 million yen .

Despite being released at the same time, it is clear that the large version (Ref. 5065) is more popular.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Extra Large 5167A

This is the current model of the Aquanaut, which has been on the market since 2007.

There are many derivative models of the Aquanaut, but the basic one is the Aquanaut Extra Large 5167A.

As the name suggests, it features a 40mm case, which is 2mm larger than the large size (38mm).

As you can see from the design perspective, it has a sharper look and the design of the indexes, grid, and scale has changed.

The used price is around 3 to 4 million yen . (List price: 2,235,600 yen)

The reason why it commands a premium price despite being a current model is that Patek Philippe produces only a small number of watches, making them unavailable even at authorized stores.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5168G

This model was released in 2017 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the birth of the Aquanaut.

The case is made of white gold and has a jumbo size of 42.2mm, which is even larger than the extra large (40mm).

The dial has a blue gradient design, which is rare among Aquanaut models.

It is made of white gold and is expensive, so the used price is about 5.8 million to 6.5 million yen . (List price: 4,536,000 yen)

It's so popular that it's rarely available on the second-hand market, and prices are soaring.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph Ref.5968A-001

Source: patek.com

This Aquanaut was released in 2018 and is a very rare model equipped with a chronograph.

The chronograph display has a three-dimensional effect and blends perfectly with the orange hands.

The tropical band also comes in orange, making this a sporty yet attractive watch.

The used price is around 8.8 million to 9 million yen . (List price: 5,151,600 yen)
It has a premium price that is almost twice the regular price .

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164A-001

This watch with travel time function was released in 2011.
The Travel Time function means that the watch is equipped with a dual time zone mechanism that displays the time at your departure point and the local time.

The Travel Time function is popular among people who travel abroad frequently, as it allows you to keep track of two time zones, such as Tokyo and New York, at the same time.

The used price is around 4.5 million to 5.5 million yen . (List price: 4,006,800 yen)

This item is also not widely available on the second-hand market, so it is sold at a premium price.

summary

Many Patek Philippe Aquanaut models are currently traded at premium prices. Below are some of the attractions of the Aquanaut.

• Octagonal case derived from the Nautilus
• Waterproof, traction and UV resistant
• Composite tropical band
• A wide range of derivative models and color variations

And we have introduced the following Aquanaut models, which are still popular today.

• Early model reference 5060
• The second model is the medium-sized Ref. 5065 and the large-sized Ref. 5066.
• Classic model Ref. 5167A
• The jumbo-sized Ref. 5168G is made of white gold.
• Ref. 5968A-001 with chronograph function
• 5164A-001 with travel time function

The Aquanaut has become as popular as the Rolex Daytona . If you have the opportunity, why not consider buying one?

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