Patek Philippe Nautilus

General Introduction of Patek Philippe Nautilus History

The Nautilus model appeared in the Patek Philippe Manufacture in the 70s and quickly became one of the flagship and legendary watches of the prestigious brand.  9332_3 9332_10
This model was born from the ingenuity of legendary designer Gerald Genta, creator of another iconic Audemars Piguet luxury watch: the Royal Oak. In this case the Nautilus was not just seeking a revolution in design but to adapt to the market.
As it began to change, it became increasingly common for the greats who made their own high-end watches to not only participate in social events but also to be avid practitioners of the sport, and it was a challenge to try to combine these two worlds.
Patek Philippe has taken a step in the most unintended direction. For years, the watchmaker has opted for precious metals; however, this has meant sacrificing the durability of the best replica watches and, in some cases, their water resistance, which is usually limited to 3 bar at this last point, i.e., to withstand humidity or some splashing of water.
Thus, the Nautilus emerged as a watch forged in stainless steel, even replacing the material of the leather strap with metal; one could argue that Patek Philippe would not have dared to take such a subversive step without the AP Royal Oak.
However, with the choice of stainless steel, the Nautilus risks being compared to the Royal Oak, so they needed to innovate without departing from their origins, but at the same time, change the market, probably, and that was the main factor to draw on. Gerald Genta.
The first Nautilus had a case 42 mm in diameter and 7.60 mm thick, the largest ever conceived, and a thicker bezel that maintained the great readability of the numbers; however, still missing a step that distinguished itself from your inspiration.
Another simple but effective detail that makes this model stand out is the absence of the word “automatic” under its dial, which some say Patek Philippe considers an insult to remind the wearer of their copy watches of the quality of the pieces they carry.

1812nycadmin / February 2, 2023 / Patek Philippe

Why Patek Philippe watches are so valuable and popular?

A watch that forgoes the glitz and glamour that many other watch brands strive for is truly desirable. Patek Philippe watches do not need to be a fancy brand, and for that, you have to admire them. The brand has earned its place in the trinity of fine watchmaking, anchoring itself firmly at the top of the triangle. The company is considered to be the top brand among all Swiss luxury watchmakers.
One of the most unique factors about Patek Philippe is that some of the brand’s models are so popular that they can often appreciate the value on the second-hand market. But why is this? Why is Patek Philippe watches more likely to be invested in than other luxury replica watches?
Patek Philippe is a family-owned company that began in 1839. It is one of the oldest watchmaking companies still in production. The ownership of the company is now in its fourth generation, keeping it consistent in its independent approach to making quality, high-performance, luxury watches. This continued path to success has certainly paved the way for Patek Philippe. When you invest in a watch from this brand, you know you are getting the best product on the market.
As the brand has been around for over 177 years, there is a strong sense of tradition instilled in the company’s production facilities. This means that every watch a collector buys is crafted using age-old methods passed down through the family. Therefore, when buying a Patek Philippe watch, you are paying for tradition and experience.  ba4857f3bb9ca37ccb23681a911864ce-600x400 c178a20ced2d05d095f90ea1988b1b11-600x400
There is no doubt that you will feel like a true gentleman when wearing a Patek Philippe watch. The brand currently holds the record for the most expensive watch sold at auction. They continue to develop luxury watches in the same way they always have – in limited numbers.
The Nautilus is a unique and immediately recognizable design for Patek Philippe. Companies such as Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin also created watches similar to the Nautilus, such as the Royal Oak and Overseas (Overseas) models. However, since these watches are relatively easy to buy both new and on the second-hand market, Patek Philippe’s clever trick of producing Nautilus models has only heightened interest in them.
Even used gold replica watches from Patek Philippe may not be as expensive as standard models such as the steel Nautilus or Aquanaut, as it is the most practical model that tend to be the most popular. But many collectors will agree that having owned a replica Patek Philippe watch, few can match the quality, tradition, and expertise promised by such a prestigious brand.

1812nycadmin / June 29, 2022 / Patek Philippe

Is The Contemporary Patek Philippe Ref 5205 A Good Buy Watches?

Are you familiar with Patek Philippe’s Ref 5205? You know the one. A mirror-polished white gold case with an attractive gradient blue dial. The annual calendar is displayed through three windows. It’s a stunning watch that’s hard to miss on the wrist. In fact, this variant is one of Patek Philippe’s most modern complications. At least in my humble opinion, it is. However, the Ref 5205 is also one of those top replica watches that trades on the secondary market at near retail prices. Not that it’s a bargain at retail, mind you. It is, however, for those lucky enough to be in the market for their first complicated Patek Philippe it is a great option. If it ever gets overlooked. There are also two more traditional rose gold versions. At least for now – but more on that later. Does all this mean that Ref 5205 is a good choice? Let’s get into the details and you can decide for yourself.
Despite its modern styling, the Ref 5205 is not a new watch. In fact, Patek Philippe first introduced the model back in 2010 in two versions, both with white gold cases. The dials are two-toned, featuring a silvery gray or slate gray paired with matte black. This somehow gave them a sportier look, which was somewhat at odds with their formal copy watch style. Patek Philippe later solved this problem to some extent with the now discontinued Ref 5960.  rolex-datejust-31mm-178344-steel-white-gold-automatic-mother-pearl-diamond-dial-replica
I wouldn’t say that the Ref 5205 was a huge success for Patek Philippe. They didn’t make that many of them anyway. But it did well enough that two rose gold versions appeared in 2013. These are more classic and elegant, featuring a white opaline or lacquered black dial. They are still in collections today (but if the rumors are correct, they won’t be available anymore). And the first white gold model stopped production in 2018. In its place, the Ref 5205G has a gradient blue dial version.
You can currently buy the earlier model, the white gold Ref 5205, for about $46,000. Depending on the condition, provenance, etc. This is about $10,000 less than you would pay for the later gradient blue model. All three versions of the white gold model use the same movement. Therefore, it is mainly the desirability of the gradient blue dial that causes the premium. There is also the fact that it is relatively new.
Ref 5205 has always been aimed at a younger audience. But those early iterations didn’t quite land the way Patek Philippe wanted them to. That all changed in 2018 when a gradient blue dial version appeared. In some ways, it was the brand’s kowtowing to the trends of the day. Blue dials – especially gradient ones – were, and still are, red hot. The impact was instant. Almost overnight, the Ref 5205 became more appealing to a wider audience.

1812nycadmin / April 27, 2022 / Patek Philippe

A Beautiful Replica Patek for the Cool Kids

One of the more interesting games is: “Who is Brand X after with this watch?” In some cases, the answer is totally unclear, but in the case of the new replica Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph it’s a bit of a no-brainer. This is the new king-casual Patek for a new generation since it is bright orange accents on its dial, and sold with both black and bright orange straps. With the steel Nautilus in brutally short supply these days, this new Aquanaut is expected to be the new entry point into the Patek Philippe universe. Having taken a closer look at the new fake watch, we are sure it’ll hook its fair share of new replica Patek fans. watches petek_phillipe_1068815
Transferred over from the Nautilus chronograph, the automatic flyback chronograph Caliber CH 28-520 C powers the new Aquanaut, featuring central chronograph seconds and a large 60-minute chronograph counter at 6 o’clock. Different from the current versions of the Nautilus Chronograph, the Aquanaut’s subdial does not include the 12-h totalizer within said subdial, giving the dial a slightly cleaner look. The case size is also increased on this latest Aquanaut, coming in at 42mm in diameter. This is now the biggest Aquanaut on offer from the brand, surpassing the Travel Time by a modest 1.2mm. That said, not having the pushers located on the opposite side of the crown, this difference in diameter is barely noticeable when comparing the two models.
Though it’s hard to get an exact on-wrist feel of a replica watch whose strap is sized by cutting, first impressions of the new Aquanaut Chronograph are rather solid. The color combination of orange accents against its faded black/grey dial looks fantastic in person, especially when paired with its bright orange strap. Those wanting to stay a touch more understated (without being boring) will appreciate the black strap combination just as much. I’m the first to admit that though I can appreciate the spectacular quality and execution of all things Patek, I generally find their watches a touch too conservative for me to lust after personally, however, this Aquanaut might just be the piece that draws me into the fold.

1812nycadmin / June 30, 2018 / Patek Philippe