Patek Philippe 40.5mm Men Nautilus Watch Blue Dial 5980/1AR
Those looking to invest in a watch that offers both style and substance should look no further than the striking Patek Philippe Nautilus watches. Since 1976, this iconic model has been globally known for its sporty and classic design, with round, octagonal bezel and horizontally embossed dial. These watches have epitomized the elegant sports watch since its inception.
The Nautilus comes with a rounded octagonal-shaped bezel, a horizontally embossed dial, as well as the ingenious porthole construction of its case. But more importantly for you, forty years later, it still makes for a splendid collection of models for men and women. They accompany the most active lifestyles with incomparable class and come with various premium materials, including 18k Rose gold and stainless steel.
These luxury timepieces will undoubtedly withstand the test of time and become a treasured item that you can pass down to your future generations. The Nautilus collection was the manufacturer’s first step into the realm of sports watches. It was an instant success and continues to be a staple of the brand to this day. The name Nautilus comes from the submarine featured in the famous classic novel, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. In this novel, Captain Nemo’s submarine was often depicted as having an oval-shaped porthole. The watch’s likeness to the porthole is not just visual as the sides are attached to the bezel of the case exactly like a porthole. So there’s only one opening, except for the crown.
The original Nautilus was way ahead of its time, boasting an oversized case and garnering it the nickname, “Jumbo.” This construction was necessary to achieve a water-resistance capacity of 120 meters, which, at the time, was incredibly high. Today, these distinctly hefty variations of the model, featuring its iconic grooved dial, are highly sought after by luxury watch fans and collectors alike. Explore our selection of men’s and Ladies Patek Philippe Nautilus watches for sale only at Luxury Time NYC.
