CIRCA: 2000
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
DIAL: Black waffle dial with Arabic numerals and luminous plots. Date aperture at the "3" hour marker
BRACELET MATERIAL: Original Patek Philippe waffle strap in black rubber with signed steel deployant buckle
CASE DIMENSIONS: 40.8 mm in diameter
BRACELET SIZE: 6 5/8 inches
SERIAL NUMBER: 4105917
REFERENCE NUMBER: 5065A-001
MOVEMENT NUMBER: 3015916
CALIBER: 315 SC
MOVEMENT: Automatic
the Patek Philippe Aquanaut was first introduced in 1997 as a more casual take on the classic Gerald Genta-designed Nautilus. The Aquanaut has become a prized collectible and the present example is the cream of the crop. The 5065A is a jumbo 40.8 mm size and the luminous elements are in tritium, which has taken on a beautiful creamy patina. This watch has it's original folder, certificate of origin and booklets, as well as a service sticker and hang tag from when it went back to Patek Philippe for servicing. Don't miss out on this opportunity to buy one of the great watches from the most iconic watchmaker.
• Condition: Dial is in excellent condition with beautiful aged luminous that matches the hands. Case is excellent, with careful re-brushing performed by Patek Philippe when the watch was in service. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition.
• PROPERTY OF A MONTANA GENTLEMAN
ConditionDial is in excellent condition with beautiful aged luminous that matches the hands. Case is excellent, with careful re-brushing performed by Patek Philippe when the watch was in service. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition.
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