About the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711
Introduced as a refined evolution of Gerald Genta's original 1976 Nautilus design, the ref. 5711 served as the flagship Nautilus for nearly two decades before Patek Philippe discontinued it in 2021, a move that only intensified demand and secondary-market premiums. The 40 mm stainless steel 5711/1A is the most recognizable variant, celebrated for its blue sunburst dial and bracelet construction that blurs the line between sports watch and dress watch, while gold references such as the 5711G in white gold and the 5711R in rose gold offer the same silhouette in precious materials with distinctly different dial personalities. At the apex of the lineup sit the Joaillerie references 5711/112P-001 and 5711/113P-001, platinum-cased watches whose bezels and dials are entirely set with ruby or emerald baguette-cut stones, representing the intersection of haute horlogerie and high jewelry.
What to Look For
When shopping the 5711 collection, the choice of case material and dial color drives both aesthetics and value most sharply: the stainless steel blue-dial 5711/1A-010 commands extraordinary premiums as the reference most associated with the model's cultural moment, while the white-dial 5711/1A-011 and the diamond-set green-dial 5711/1300A-001 attract collectors seeking rarer production variants. Joaillerie platinum references occupy a different tier entirely, combining precious-stone setting craft with the Nautilus form, and condition of the stone setting and original box-and-papers documentation are critical factors in assessing any gem-set example.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the 5711/1A-010 and the 5711/1A-011?
Both are 40 mm stainless steel Nautilus references with date and sweep seconds, but the 5711/1A-010 features the legendary blue sunburst dial while the 5711/1A-011 wears a white dial, giving it a cleaner, more dial-forward look. The blue dial variant is generally considered the more collectible of the two and typically commands a higher premium on the secondary market.
Why was the Patek Philippe 5711 discontinued, and does that affect its value?
Patek Philippe announced the discontinuation of the stainless steel 5711 in 2021, citing the desire to evolve the Nautilus line, which immediately amplified secondary-market demand across all metal variants. Far from diminishing value, the discontinuation has made authenticated 5711 references more sought after, and prices for steel examples in particular have remained well above retail since the announcement.
Are the 5711 Joaillerie platinum watches a good buy?
The 5711/112P-001 with ruby baguette setting and the 5711/113P-001 with emerald baguette setting represent a tiny fraction of total 5711 production, combining Patek Philippe's gem-setting atelier work with the most desirable sports-watch silhouette of the modern era. Their rarity, platinum construction, and the difficulty of sourcing matched baguette stones all contribute to strong collector interest, making them compelling acquisitions for buyers who want a fully jeweled Nautilus.
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