Patek Philippe Nautilus

The Patek Philippe 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 what is arguably one of Genta's greatest watch designs, and with the discontinuation of the flagship Reference 5711 in steel, this continued rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down. Interestingly, most demand for Nautilus models is centered around Jumbo models in steel, something we can't fully wrap our heads around … This midsize Nautilus, a Reference 3800, embodies all of the porthole-inspired character of its larger siblings, just with a slightly smaller 37mm case, and a two-tone configuration that is very much reminiscent of the 1980s. Outfitted with a matching two-tone integrated bracelet with a signed locking clasp, this piece features a luminous blue ‘teak’ sigma dial, a matching handset and a date indicator at 3 o’clock. Powered by the maison’s self-winding Calibre 335SC movement, this piece is accompanied by an array of factory goods including its complete inner and outer box set, purchase receipt, and a letter from Thierry Stern to the original owner. Some may say that smaller watches are back with a vengeance — we say they never left!