The Nautilus is without question one of the great horological icons of the 1970s, and one of the most in-demand timepiece models on the planet.
Collectors and prospectors alike are clamoring to get their hands on one of Genta's great luxury sport watch designs, and with the discontinuation of the flagship Reference 5711 in steel, this dramatic rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down.
This ladies Nautilus, a Reference 7010/1R-010 embodies all of the porthole-inspired character of its larger steel siblings, but with a bit more flair and panache. Dating to 2011, it shows off a solid, 18K rose gold 34mm x 31mm case with a courtside-ready, factory diamond-set bezel, a matching yellow gold integrated bracelet, quartz movement, and a stunning dial with a mix of both the teak pattern of the Nautilus, and more of a sunburst at the periphery.
Holy smokes.
A Patek Philippe Nautilus — in any of its variations — is a very special thing.
But we'd be lying if we said we didn't have a real affinity for these more decorated pieces.