Patek Philippe Nautilus
The Patek Philippe Nautilus is the most coveted modern wristwatch in the world. Designed by Gérald Genta in 1976, the Nautilus broke the rule that fine watchmaking required precious metal — and seventy years on, the 5711/1A and 5980/1R remain the references that define luxury sport. Bizak & Co. carries the discontinued steel 5711 series and the current Travel Time, Annual Calendar, and Perpetual references.
About the Patek Philippe Nautilus
The original 3700/1A (1976), the modern 5711/1A (2006-2021), the 5712 Power Reserve/Moonphase, the 5980 Chronograph, the 5990 Travel Time, the 5740 Perpetual Calendar. Each one a Genta porthole — horizontal embossed dial, integrated bracelet, ear-piece lugs. Discontinued steel references trade above retail; current production is allocation only.
FAQs
Are the steel 5711s actually discontinued?
Yes. Patek discontinued the 5711/1A in 2021 after a four-year-long farewell. The Tiffany Blue 5711/1A-018 was the final variant. Current Nautilus production is gold and platinum-only at the 5711 case size.