The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712 is the moon-phase Nautilus: a 40 mm Genta porthole case with an off-centre dial showing date, moon phase and power reserve on a micro-rotor calibre. It was introduced in 2006 alongside the 5711 and, since Patek quietly dropped the steel 5712/1A-001 from its catalogue in early 2025, it has joined the 5711 as a steel Nautilus you can only buy second-hand. This guide covers every 5712 reference, what each costs in 2026, why the steel version was discontinued, how the 5712 compares with the 5711, and what to check before buying one. Bizak & Co. sources 5712 references to order; browse the Nautilus collection for the configurations we can seek.
Last reviewed on September 17, 2026. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.
Patek 5712 specifications
| Attribute | 5712 |
|---|---|
| Case | 40 mm across (43 mm including the crown guard), about 8.5 mm thick; steel, rose gold, white gold or two-tone depending on reference |
| Movement | Calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, automatic with 22 ct gold micro-rotor, about 48 hours power reserve, Patek Philippe Seal |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds at 4 o'clock, pointer date and moon phase at 7 o'clock, power-reserve indicator at 10 o'clock |
| Water resistance | 60 m as launched; Patek's unified 30 m rating applies to current listings |
| Predecessor | 3712/1A (2005 to 2006), the first Nautilus with this complication layout |
The 5712 is thinner than the 5711 in feel because the micro-rotor keeps the movement flat, and it is the only Nautilus with an asymmetric dial, which is why owners either love it or choose the cleaner 5711.
Every Nautilus 5712 reference
| Reference | Metal and bracelet | Dial | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5712/1A-001 | Steel, steel bracelet | Blue-black gradient | 2006 to early 2025, discontinued |
| 5712/1R-001 | Rose gold, rose gold bracelet | Brown-black gradient | In production |
| 5712R-001 | Rose gold on leather strap | Brown-black gradient | 2006 onward; check current status |
| 5712G-001 | White gold on leather strap | Slate grey | In production |
| 5712GR-001 | White and rose gold two-tone on strap | Grey | Discontinued |
Our reference numbers guide explains the metal letters and the "/1" bracelet code. The 5712/1A-001 review covers the steel watch in detail.
Is the Patek 5712 discontinued?
The steel 5712/1A-001 is. Patek Philippe removed it from its online catalogue in early 2025 without an announcement, in the same quiet way it has retired other references, and it did not return at Watches and Wonders 2025 or 2026. The rose gold 5712/1R-001 and the white gold 5712G-001 remain in the collection. As with the 5711 in 2021, the discontinuation fixed the supply of steel moon-phase Nautilus watches and pushed secondary prices up through 2025.
How much is a Patek Philippe 5712? Prices in 2026
- 5712/1A-001 (steel). Last US retail price was in the high US$40,000s. Since discontinuation, unworn full-set examples have sold at auction for well over US$200,000 and dealer asks in 2025 and 2026 have generally sat in the US$150,000 to 250,000 range depending on year, condition and papers. Older examples without papers sit lower.
- 5712/1R-001 (rose gold bracelet). Retail in the high US$80,000s to around US$90,000 in 2026; secondary asks above retail but by a smaller multiple than the steel.
- 5712G-001 and 5712R-001 (strap). Retail in the US$60,000s to 70,000s; secondary asks close to or somewhat above retail, with the strap models the most obtainable 5712s.
Those 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.
5712 vs 5711: which Nautilus?
| 5712/1A | 5711/1A | |
|---|---|---|
| Dial | Asymmetric: date, moon phase, power reserve, small seconds | Symmetric: time and date, central seconds |
| Movement | 240 PS IRM C LU micro-rotor, about 48 h reserve | 315 S C, then 26-330 S C, about 45 h reserve |
| Thickness | About 8.5 mm | About 8.3 mm |
| Status | Steel discontinued 2025 | Discontinued 2021 |
| Secondary price, steel | Higher: low to mid US$200,000s for clean full sets | Low six figures |
The 5712 costs more second-hand because fewer were made and the complication adds value. Buyers who want the purest Nautilus choose the 5711; buyers who want a dial with something to look at choose the 5712. Our Nautilus 5711 guide covers the other side of the comparison.
Is the Patek 5712 worth the hype?
As a watch, yes: the micro-rotor calibre 240 is one of Patek's best movements, the case is as thin and comfortable as a 5711, and the moon-phase dial is the most distinctive in the Nautilus range. As a purchase at 2026 prices, it depends on whether you want to own it or trade it. Steel 5712 prices are set by scarcity, not by the watch, and they fell along with the rest of the market in 2022 and 2023 before the discontinuation lifted them again. Buy it because you want to wear it.
What is the poor man's Patek Philippe?
Collectors use the phrase for the Aquanaut 5167A, the steel sports Patek that costs roughly half a Nautilus, or for the gold Calatrava dress watches that trade at or below retail. If the 5712 is out of reach and you want a complicated Nautilus, the 5726/1A annual calendar is the closest current-production alternative. Our Aquanaut 5167 guide and cheapest Patek guide list the entry points.
Buying a 5712: 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. A 2020 5712/1A without papers stays without papers until 2030. Our serial number check guide explains the numbers.
- Moon phase and power reserve. Have both set and check that the moon disc advances and the reserve hand moves as the watch winds. These are the parts that go wrong on a neglected 5712.
- Case finishing. Sharp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces; rounded edges mean polishing.
- Bracelet. Count the links and check for stretch on early steel examples.
- Price against the band. A steel 5712 offered well under the market is the single most reliable warning sign.
Our authentication process describes what we inspect before dispatch.
Quick answers
Is the Patek 5712 discontinued?
The steel 5712/1A-001 was dropped from Patek's catalogue in early 2025. The rose gold 5712/1R-001 and white gold 5712G-001 remain in production.
How much is a Patek Philippe 5712?
Steel 5712/1A-001: last retail in the high US$40,000s, secondary asks roughly US$150,000 to 250,000 in 2025 and 2026. Rose gold 5712/1R-001: retail around US$90,000. Strap models: US$60,000s to 70,000s at retail.
Is the Patek 5712 worth the hype?
As a watch, yes: micro-rotor movement, thin case, the most distinctive Nautilus dial. As a purchase, its price is set by scarcity, so buy it to wear.
What is the poor man's Patek Philippe?
The Aquanaut 5167A, or a gold Calatrava. Among complicated Nautilus watches, the 5726 annual calendar is the closest alternative still in production.
What movement is in the 5712?
Calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, an automatic micro-rotor movement with date, moon phase and power reserve, about 48 hours of reserve.
Request a Nautilus 5712 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 Nautilus collection or sell or trade your 5712.
Related reading: Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 guide · Nautilus 5726 annual calendar guide · Nautilus 5980 chronograph guide · Nautilus 5990 guide · Nautilus 5740 perpetual calendar guide · Nautilus vs Aquanaut · 5811/1G-001 review · Patek reference numbers explained.
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