Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Nautilus

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WHY WE LOVE IT

The Nautilus is without question one of the great horological icons of the 1970s, and one of the most in-demand timepiece models on the planet. Collectors and prospectors alike are clamoring to get their hands on Genta's second great luxury sports watch, and with the recent news of the discontinuation of the flagship reference 5711 in steel, this dramatic rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down. This midsize Nautilus, a Reference 3800/001, embodies all of the porthole-inspired character of its larger siblings. Dating to circa the 1980s, it's presented in an elegant 37mm steel and 18K yellow gold case with matching integrated bracelet, Patek's Calibre 335 SC automatic movement, and a classic blue teak 'sigma' dial showing a deep, even patina across the indices and matching handset. This piece remains in simply outstanding, lightly worn condition throughout. Of course, the Nautilus in any of its variations is a very special thing. But there's something about a two-tone blue dial that just does it for us.

OVERALL CONDITION The case is in outstanding condition overall showing light wear from with age and use. Blue dial with applied yellow gold and Tritium indices is in equally outstanding condition, shows even patina to luminous elements with matching handset. 18K Signed crown.