Nautilus is one of the most prestigious and desirable sports watches on the market, created by Patek Philippe in 1976
Launched in 2015. From the original stainless steel 3700/1 reference to the almanac reference. The 5726/1A and blue dial were launched at the 2019 Basel International Watch and Jewellery Show, and we reviewed the key milestones of this iconic timepiece.
Patek Philippe-Nautilus 5726 / 1A Annual Calendar
The Nautilus model 5726 was launched in 2010 with a black dial. It was also the first Patek Philippe stainless steel model with an annual calendar function. In 2012, the white dial came out.
At the 2019 Basel International Watch and Jewelry Show, Patek Philippe finally launched the stainless steel version of Nautilus 5726 with a blue dial – the color of the original Nautilus model in 1976, the legendary reference model 3700/1.
The horizontal embossment around the dial and the subtle gradation from blue to black create a powerful and delicate aesthetic, which most collectors and watch enthusiasts consider to be the ideal choice for stainless steel cases.
The new Nautilus 5726 / 1A annual calendar watch has a case diameter of 40.5 mm (from 10 o’clock to 4 o’clock), which is both sporty and elegant, and protects the automatic winding movement 324 S QA LU 24H / 303. The beautiful finish and The 21K yellow gold tourbillon is displayed on the case. Sapphire crystal back cover.
This movement is made up of 347 parts and beats at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) and provides a power reserve of 35 to 45 hours.
In addition to hours, minutes and central seconds, Nautilus 5726/1A also displays the day, month, date, moon phase and 24-hour clock.
Thanks to the smart deflection mechanism system, the corrector for calendar indication can be seamlessly integrated into the Nautilus housing.
The wide hour and minute hands and the white gold hour markers coated with luminous coating make it very clear in daylight and darkness.
The stainless steel bracelet integrated in the case is beautifully decorated with a polished central link and satin-finished side links, and is secured to the wrist by a patented folding clasp.
How to maintain Patek Philippe watches
Proper care and maintenance is essential to extend the life of luxury watches. Therefore, here are some tips to help you maintain Patek Philippe watches.
If you have a manual-winding or self-winding watch, it is best to repair it at an authorized Patek Philippe service center every five years. For watches that are manually wound, Patek Philippe recommends that you wind it at approximately the same time each day. This is to protect the movement. On the other hand, for a self-winding watch, if the watch stops operating, you can manually rotate the crown several times to restore speed.
When servicing leather watches, care must be taken that leather may age prematurely when exposed to water or excessive sunlight. Patek Philippe also recommends that you take off your watch at night to allow the leather to breathe.
For general care instructions, we recommend that you avoid wearing other accessories on the same wrist as the Patek Philippe watch to avoid scratches. You should also avoid exposure to extreme temperature fluctuations, magnetic fields, salt water and chlorinated pool water.
The selling point of Patek Philippe watches
What made Patek Philippe so successful? What is attractive? Well, for watch collectors and enthusiasts there, it can be attributed to three selling points: rarity, craftsmanship and unparalleled heritage.
rarity
The attraction of Patek Philippe watches to avid watch collectors is the rarity of the brand. The production time of Patek Philippe watches is very long, so the number of watches produced each year is significantly less than other watch brands. In contrast, Patek Philippe watches are not many, which makes them look more special. No wonder so many people want to own a Patek Philippe watch because not many people own it.
Superb craftsmanship
As mentioned above, the production time of Patek Philippe watches is very long. This only shows how much work is required to make a watch, and it takes a lot of time to spend only one watch. Patek Philippe has proven time and time again to the watch industry that in terms of craftsmanship, it is God. Patek Philippe has been able to produce so many innovative works in its history, many of them are so complicated that only highly skilled craftsmen can do it.
Great trust
When even the most famous people in history trust the brand, they must say something. From royal family members to presidents to scientists, Patek Philippe has become the luxury watch of choice. It has become such a beloved and trusted brand, people will think that Patek Philippe watches can never go wrong. If Queen Victoria and Nelson Mandela endorse the brand, what should we consider?
Final thoughts
Patek Philippe (Patek Philippe) has maintained a continuous appeal throughout its 180 years of operation. It brings the complex and complicated art of manual watchmaking into the contemporary era. Patek Philippe (Patek Philippe) is a tried and true brand, not only won the respect of the watch industry, but also won the respect of the queen and several presidents and other big figures. Patek Philippe changed the watchmaking industry, from manufacturing the first Swiss-made cheap watches to breaking and maintaining accurate records. The achievements over the years have made us very happy to see what Patek Philippe has prepared for us in the future.