Patek Philippe 5065A-001

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Steel Timepiece

In 1997 Patek Philippe decide to add another sports watch to their collection. Unlike the Nautilus, this sports model was designed with “sports elegance” in mind. An every day Patek Philippe that shows the prestige of fine watchmaking but also rugged enough for every day use. Made in Ladies and Gentleman’s version’s and quartz and mechanical movement options, the “Aquanaut” was born. Designed to be specifically held on a tropical composite strap, the lightweight design makes the wearer feel as if there were nothing on the wrist. This particular model of Aquanaut is the now discontinued ref 5065. Made in an all stainless steel case and held on a black tropical composite strap with matching stainless steel folding clasp. Fitted with the highly complicated and decorated manufacture caliber 315 S C mechanical self-winding movement and features include central seconds and date. The 5065 Patek has a black embossed dial with applied gold numerals and transferred markers. Water resistant to 120 meters and finished with a sapphire crystal glass and case back. Part of a private collection.