Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167 Guide: 5167A vs 5167/1A vs 5167R, Prices and Discontinuation

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167 is the core men's Aquanaut: a 40.8 mm rounded-octagon case with an embossed dial, date and central seconds, on a composite strap or a matching bracelet. Introduced in 2007 as the ten-year update of the original 5065, it is the reference that made the Aquanaut a serious rival to the Nautilus and, since Patek dropped the steel bracelet 5167/1A-001 in 2025, one of its versions is now second-hand only. This guide covers every 5167 reference, the difference between 5167A, 5167/1A and 5167R, 2026 retail and secondary prices, whether it is discontinued or worth the money, how it compares with the 5164 and 5168, and what to check before buying. Bizak & Co. sources 5167 references to order; the Aquanaut collection lists the configurations we can seek.

Last reviewed on October 28, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.

Patek 5167 specifications

The 5167 is thinner and lighter than a Nautilus 5711 (steel examples from US$144,530) and its strap makes it the more wearable of the two in hot climates, which is the practical reason it became the Patek sports watch Miami buyers ask us for most often.

Source: Patek Philippe, Aquanaut collection and the Patek Philippe collection overview for current production status.

Looking for a specific 5167? Whether you want the steel strap watch, the discontinued bracelet version or the rose gold, tell us the reference, year range, condition and budget and we will source a verified example on request. We confirm the exact watch, papers and photographs with you before anything is agreed. Start with our sourcing enquiry form.

Every Aquanaut 5167 reference

"A" is steel, "R" is rose gold, and "/1" means the watch came on a bracelet rather than a strap. Our reference numbers guide explains the full system. The 5167A-001 review and 5167R-001 review cover the two strap watches in detail.

5167A vs 5167/1A: strap or bracelet?

Same case, dial and movement; the only difference is what it is attached to. The strap 5167A-001 is the original Aquanaut idea and the one Patek still makes. The bracelet 5167/1A-001 turned the Aquanaut into a closer Nautilus alternative and was quietly removed from the catalogue in 2025, which fixed its supply and lifted its secondary price above the strap watch. If you want a steel Patek on a bracelet at retail, the 5167/1A is no longer a route; if you want an Aquanaut with a sporty strap you can swap for another, the 5167A remains the better watch.

Is the Aquanaut 5167 water resistant?

It is built as a sports watch with a screw-down crown, but the quoted rating depends on the source. Older specifications and many dealer listings give 120 m, while current Patek listings are reported at 30 m. Treat the rating on Patek's own product page as the one to rely on, and have any pre-owned example pressure-tested by a watchmaker before getting it wet, because gaskets age whatever the original figure was.

Which 5167 should you choose?

• Everyday steel watch: the 5167A-001 on its strap, the version Patek still makes.
• Steel on a bracelet: the discontinued 5167/1A-001, available only second-hand.
• Dressier and warmer: the rose gold 5167R-001 with its brown dial.
• Second time zone: look at the Aquanaut 5164 Travel Time instead.
• Bigger wrist: consider the Aquanaut 5168G.

Will the 5167A be discontinued?

Patek has not said so, and the 5167A-001 is listed on its site in 2026. What the 2025 removal of the bracelet version shows is that Patek retires Aquanaut references without notice, the same way it retired the steel 5711 in 2021 and the steel 5712 in 2025. The 5167A has been in production for nearly twenty years and was refreshed with the calibre 26-330 rather than replaced, which suggests it is being kept, but nobody outside Geneva knows. Buy it because you want it, not on a discontinuation rumour.

What is the retail price of a Patek 5167A? Prices in 2026

• 5167A-001 (steel, strap). US retail in the mid US$20,000s in 2026. Retail allocation is among the longest in Patek's catalogue; secondary asks for unworn full sets have generally been in the US$65,000 to 95,000 range in 2025 and 2026, with older examples on the calibre 324 and without papers at the lower end.
• 5167/1A-001 (steel, bracelet, discontinued). No retail. Secondary asks have moved above the strap watch since 2025, broadly US$85,000 to 120,000 for clean full sets.
• 5167R-001 (rose gold, strap). US retail in the high US$40,000s. Secondary asks roughly US$55,000 to 75,000; the rose gold strap watch carries the smallest premium and is the most obtainable 5167.
• 5167/1R-001 (rose gold, bracelet). Retail in the US$70,000s; secondary asks somewhat above retail.

These bands describe what we saw in 2025 and 2026 and will move. Ask for a dated quote for the exact reference, year, condition and papers; our Patek Philippe price guide explains how to compare quotes, and the cheapest Patek guide puts the 5167A in context as the entry to Patek's steel sports watches.

Is the 5167A a good investment? Is it worth the money?

At retail, the 5167A is one of the best-value watches Patek makes: a steel sports Patek for a quarter of what a secondary 5711 costs, and it has never traded below retail. At secondary prices the calculation changes. A premium of roughly three times retail is set by allocation, not by the watch, and the 5167A fell around a third from its 2022 peak before stabilising. It is worth the money as a watch you wear daily for years; as a trade it depends entirely on Patek's production decisions. If resale matters, ask for a written cash-buy assessment for the same watch and condition before you commit.

5167 vs 5164 vs 5168: which Aquanaut?

The 5167 is the purest Aquanaut and the one to start with; the 5164 adds a second time zone for travellers; the 5168G is the larger white gold watch for bigger wrists. Our 5164A-001 review covers the steel Travel Time, and the Nautilus vs Aquanaut guide compares the two families.

How does the Aquanaut 5167 wear?

At 40.8 mm across its rounded-octagon axis and 8.1 mm thick, the 5167 sits close to the wrist and disappears under a cuff more easily than a 5711 Nautilus, which is roughly the same diameter but noticeably thicker with its integrated bracelet. The composite strap tapers to a fold-over clasp and is far lighter than a steel bracelet. The embossed dial pattern reads differently in daylight and under artificial light, showing a texture the Nautilus's horizontally brushed dial does not have. Wrists from about 15 cm upward carry the 5167A comfortably; larger wrists that want more presence tend to look at the 5168G Jumbo instead. The strap is available in a handful of Patek colours through the boutique network, so owners who want a change do not need to buy a second watch, only a second strap.

Buying a 5167: what to check

• Papers. The Certificate of Origin cannot be reissued and an Extract from the Archives is only available for watches sold more than ten years ago. Our serial number check guide explains the numbers.
• Movement version. Calibre 324 S C on earlier watches, 26-330 S C on later ones; a listing's year should match the calibre visible through the caseback.
• Strap. Composite straps crack with age and sun; a replacement Patek strap is expensive, so factor it in and confirm the clasp is the correct fold-over type for the reference.
• Bracelet, on a 5167/1A. Count the links, check for stretch and confirm the clasp closes with no play.
• Dial and case. The embossed pattern should be crisp; rounded bezel edges mean polishing.
• Price against the band. A 5167 offered well under the market is the single most reliable warning sign.

Our authentication process describes what we inspect before dispatch.

Quick answers

Will the 5167A be discontinued?

Patek has not announced it and the 5167A-001 is in the 2026 catalogue. The bracelet 5167/1A-001 was quietly dropped in 2025, so retirements do happen without notice.

What is the retail price of a Patek 5167A?

Mid US$20,000s at US retail in 2026. Secondary asks for unworn full sets have run roughly US$65,000 to 95,000 in 2025 and 2026; the discontinued bracelet 5167/1A-001 trades higher.

Is the 5167A a good investment?

At retail, yes: it has never traded below list. At secondary prices its premium is set by allocation, not by the watch, and it fell about a third from its 2022 peak. Buy it to wear.

Is the Patek Philippe 5167A worth the money?

As a daily watch, yes: 8.1 mm thick, a composite strap that suits hot weather, and a Patek movement. Whether the secondary premium is worth it depends on how long you intend to keep it.

What is the difference between the 5167A and the 5167/1A?

Only the strap. 5167A-001 is on a composite strap and still in production; 5167/1A-001 is the same watch on a steel bracelet and was discontinued in 2025.

What does the A in 5167A mean?

A marks steel, R marks rose gold, and "/1" marks a bracelet instead of a strap. So 5167A is steel on a strap and 5167/1A is steel on a bracelet.

Is the Aquanaut 5167 water resistant?

It has a screw-down crown, but sources quote 120 m for older specifications and 30 m for current listings. Check Patek's own product page and have a pre-owned watch pressure-tested before swimming.

Request an Aquanaut 5167 sourcing quote

Tell us the reference, preferred year range, condition and whether original papers are required, plus your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs, papers and final price before you commit. Browse the Aquanaut collection or sell or trade your 5167.

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