To mark the 40th anniversary of its casually elegant but now iconic Nautilus collection, Patek Philippe has released two stunning new models – the Ref. 5711/1P Time-And-Date in Platinum, limited to 700 pieces, and the Ref. 5976/1G chronograph.
With its platinum case, the bold new Ref. 5711/1P (below) perpetuates a grand tradition that began with a stainless-steel debut model in 1976, and while it’s reminiscent of the original Nautilus Ref. 3700/1A, it also suggests the subtle evolution of the model line over the past 40 years.
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The 44mm case is crafted from solid platinum 950, and as with all other Patek Philippe platinum watches, features a flawless rare white Top Wesselton diamond (approx. 0.02 ct.) in the bezel above the lugs at 6 o’clock. This gem complements the diamonds set on each of 12 18-karat white gold batons found on the dial, which features a dark blue hue with a bright/dark gradation from the inside to the outside. The piece’s self-winding
The 44mm case is crafted from solid platinum 950, and as with all other Patek Philippe platinum watches, features a flawless rare white Top Wesselton diamond (approx. 0.02 ct.) in the bezel above the lugs at 6 o’clock. This gem compliments the diamonds set on each of 12 18-karat white gold batons found on the dial, which features a dark blue hue with a bright/dark gradation from the inside to the outside. The piece’s self-winding
The piece’s self-winding caliber 324 S C movement, visible through the sapphire-crystal case back, features both a Gyromax and Spiromax balance spring – both Patek Philippe inventions – which guarantee a high rate of accuracy.
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Presented in 18-karat white gold, the Ref. 5976/1G, an automatic flyback chronograph limited to 1,300 pieces, is also powered by the CH 28-520C movement, which features both a column wheel and vertical clutch.
A large, masculine piece that features a 44mm dial set in a 49.25mm oblong case, the timepiece comes with a solid white gold bracelet, ensuring a hefty weight complementing an iconic design. Look out for baguette-cut diamonds serving as hour markers, and a monocounter at six o’clock.
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