Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5065/1A

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5065/1A

Basic Info Listing code : NIKVD7 Brand : Patek Philippe Model : Aquanaut Reference number : 5065/1A Movement : Automatic Case material : Steel Bracelet material : Steel Year of production : 1998 Condition : Used (Good) Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : Australia, Melbourne Price : AU$60,000 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Automatic Case Case material : Steel Case diameter : 38 mm Dial : Black Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : Steel Bracelet color : Steel Clasp material : Steel Other Product safety : Show information The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5065 Tritium Dial is a highly sought-after luxury sports watch, first introduced in the late 1990s as part of the Aquanaut collection, which debuted in 1997. The 5065 was one of the earliest and most distinctive iterations, featuring a 38mm stainless steel case that positioned it between the smaller Ref. 5060 and the later, larger Ref. 5167. The Tritium dial, a key highlight of this reference, showcases luminous hour markers and hands that develop a rich patina over time, making it particularly desirable among collectors. This model is powered by the Caliber 315 SC, an automatic movement with a 21k gold rotor, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (vph) and offering a 48-hour power reserve. It features hours, minutes, sweep seconds, and a date complication at 3 o’clock. The watch maintains the signature rounded octagonal bezel and the "tropical" rubber strap, which was a bold and modern departure from traditional luxury watch designs. Positioned within Patek Philippe’s lineup as a sportier alternative to the Nautilus, the Aquanaut 5065 blended high-end horology with contemporary aesthetics, cementing its status as an iconic and transitional model in the brand’s history. Reference: 5065/1A Date: Circa 1998 Size: 38mm Condition: Excellent, Recently serviced and running well Included with sale: Watch Only but comes with additional factory uncut light blue strap