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Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711/1P-010, 950 Platinum, Blue Dial, 2014, Pre-Anniversary, Full Set, Germany, Rare

When people talk about the platinum Nautilus, most think of the 40th anniversary edition from 2016 with its diamond markers. But a few years earlier, Patek Philippe quietly made something even more elusive. Around the end of 2012, the first examples of the reference 5711/1P-010 were delivered: a Nautilus in solid platinum that never appeared in any Patek Philippe catalogue and was offered only to the manufacture’s most loyal clients. Auction houses believe that only around 50 pieces of this “pre-anniversary” platinum Nautilus were ever made, and very few have ever appeared on the market. It is one of the rarest modern Nautilus references of all.

The 40 mm case is made of 950 platinum and carries all the classic Nautilus details: the rounded octagonal bezel inspired by the portholes of ocean liners, the characteristic “ears” on the sides and the integrated bracelet with its alternating satin and polished links, here also in solid platinum. The weight of the platinum gives the watch a quiet, substantial presence on the wrist. It closes with a platinum Nautilus folding clasp.

The lighter blue dial carries the horizontal embossed pattern every Nautilus fan knows, with a gradient that darkens toward the edge. Unlike the later anniversary edition, it has classic baton markers and no anniversary inscription, which gives it the pure, understated look of the original 5711. Only those who know will recognize that this is not a steel watch.

Inside works the self-winding Patek Philippe caliber 324 SC with central seconds and date, visible through the sapphire caseback.

This precious watch dates from 2014 (France) and is in excellent condition. It comes as a full set with box and papers.

„Here you can get the secret platinum Nautilus, made for Patek Philippe’s closest clients, and one of the ultimate trophy watches for collectors! - Clearly one amazing piece and a high-grade investment watch"