Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5168G-001

 

Patek Philippe Aquanaut: how it has evolved over the years

Necessity is the mother of invention. Obviously, the same is true for a young and discerning consumer market, with disposable income still at their disposal. This is the case with the Patek Philippe Aquanaut collection. Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5168G-001

When Patek Philippe launched the Aquanaut collection in 1997, people were a little skeptical. After all, why would Patek Philippe launch another luxury sports watch collection that looks almost identical to its existing and already iconic Nautilus line? The answer is the booming internet age of the 1990s and a young fashion market craving high-speed cars, high-tech products and luxury goods.

Like other companies of that era, Patek Philippe wanted to give this specific market what they wanted. It should be something modern, luxurious yet sporty. Enter the Patek Philippe Aquanaut collection.

In 1997, shortly after Patek Philippe Nautilus celebrated its 20th anniversary, the first models of the Aquanaut collection were launched. Clearly inspired by the iconic shape of the Nautilus, these models have a rounded octagonal case. To make it more appealing to the younger market, Patek Philippe has positioned the Aquanaut at a slightly lower price than the Nautilus, offering fans of the latter a more affordable option.

Below, let's take a closer look at some of the most recognizable models in the range.Online replica watch

Aquanaut models over the years

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060A (1997)
Aquanaut reference. The 5060A is the first reference model in the series, housed in the iconic rounded octagonal 35.6mm stainless steel case. The dial features a black checkerboard pattern with tritium-filled indexes and hands. At 3 o'clock there is a date window with stylized cursive font. Matching the dial texture is a sturdy sport rubber strap, which they call "Tropical," made of an ultra-durable composite material. Notably, this is the first Patek Philippe model to feature a rubber strap. So, at the time, they were not sure how the market would react.

To elevate its sports watch design, the Aquanaut features a three-part case and screw-down crown that is water-resistant to 120 meters. Powering it is the self-winding calibre 330 SC, which provides the watch with a 45-hour power reserve.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 'Jumbo' Ref. 5065A-001 (1998)
The following year, 1998, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut 'Jumbo' Ref 5065A-001 model was launched following the success of the original Ref. 5060A. To give the wearer more choice, Patek Philippe has decided to launch a larger version of the collection, this time with a 38.8mm stainless steel case. Hence the name "Big Mac".

Like the original, it features the iconic "chocolate block" pattern on the dial and a matching black tropical rubber strap. Aside from size, another key upgrade is the use of an updated Calibre 315 SC movement - replacing the previous Calibre 330 SC. The newer bore is thinner at 3.22mm (compared to the previous 3.5mm). Unlike previous models with a closed caseback, the "Jumbo" features a sapphire caseback, allowing Patek Philippe to showcase its mechanism.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5066A-001 (1998)
Outside, Aquanaut Ref. The 5066A-001 looks identical to the original Ref. 5060 model. It has the same 35.6mm stainless steel case and black tropical rubber strap. It also has the same rounded octagonal shape with a black checkerboard pattern dial. However, the difference can be seen on the back. Instead of a closed caseback, the new version features a sapphire crystal display caseback, showcasing the same automatic Caliber 330 SC movement. However, despite its new display case back, the Ref. 5066 is able to maintain its 120m water resistance. At the time, it was the highest water resistance for a sapphire caseback high quality replica watch.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 4960J-001 (1999)
By 1999, Patek Philippe was ready to launch the Quartz collection. This women's version of the Aquanaut — Ref. 4960J — is housed in a smaller 18K gold case measuring just 29.5mm. It retains its signature cushion shape and features a yellow gold bezel, a black checkerboard-patterned dial with Arabic numerals, and a matching black tropical rubber strap. Unlike its mechanical predecessors, this version is equipped with a quartz Calibre E19C movement with a power reserve of up to 48 months. However, it's much less water resistant - just 60 meters compared to the usual 120 meters.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5067A-001 (2004)
Introduced in 2004, the new women's style is even more refined. This time, Patek Philippe has added diamonds to the bezel for an extra touch of luxury. Also equipped with a quartz movement - specifically the Calibre E23 S C, the battery life of the new Aquanaut Ref. 5067A-001 is about 3 years. The black "Mystic Black" checkerboard dial features the signature date window at 3 o'clock. The 35.6mm stainless steel case features 46 diamonds on the bezel, which complements the black tropical rubber strap.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5167A-001 (2007)
To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the collection, Patek Philippe is launching two new models. One of them is the Aquanaut Ref. 5167 A-001. The 40.8mm "oversized" Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5167A is very similar in size to the Nautilus. It features the same signature checkerboard pattern on the dial, a sapphire crystal caseback and 120m water resistance. Powered by a Calibre 315 SC automatic movement with 29 jewels and a power reserve of 48 hours. Notably, the Calibre 315 SC is the same movement used in the "Jumbo" Ref. 5065 model. However, despite its size, the watch is only 8.1mm thick. This feature is endorsed by modern professionals who want a sporty watch that can be worn to business events during the week and straight to sporty events on the weekends—all without compromising style and function for both occasions .

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5167-1A (2008)
The following year, 2008, the movement used in Ref. The 5167A series was updated to the Calibre 324 SC and the new Aquanaut Ref was introduced. Model 5167-1A. The new self-winding movement offers a maximum power reserve of only 45 hours (compared to the 48 hours of the Caliber 315 SC). However, it has a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, compared to 21,600 before. Another variation on this version is the use of a stainless steel bracelet to match its case. Everything else - from the size to the sapphire crystal case back and water resistance - is identical to the Ref. 5167A-001 model. replica Chopard Imperiale Watch

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5167R-001 (2009)
To make watch lovers more interested, Patek Philippe has launched a rose gold version of the Ref. 5167 series – the Aquanaut Ref. 5167R-001. This watch features a brown checkerboard embossed dial with gold-tone luminescent Arabic numerals. It comes with a chocolate brown composite rubber strap that complements the brown dial and rose gold bezel. Equipped with a self-winding Calibre 324 S C mechanical movement with a power reserve of 45 hours. Sapphire crystal case back and screw-down crown, water-resistant to 120 meters.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5164A-001 (2011)
By 2011, Patek Philippe was ready to launch the first complication in the Aquanaut line - in addition to the usual date complication. Aquanaut reference. Equipped with a dual time zone mechanism, the 5164A-001 Travel Time is designed for avid travelers. Black embossed dials show local and home day/night indication windows at 9 and 3 o'clock, respectively. Note the two-hour hands: one is hollowed out for home time, the other is solid for local time. Meanwhile, a subdial at 6 o’clock displays the local date.

All of these functions are made possible by the self-winding Calibre 324 SC FUS, which also provides the watch with a power reserve of 45 hours. With a diameter of 40.8 mm, this is a robust and refined stainless steel watch that is water resistant to 120 meters. To complete the design, a black tropical rubber strap complements the black dial.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5164R-001 (2016)
For five years, there were no new models in the collection—until 2016, when they introduced a rose gold version of the Ref. 5164A, Aquanaut Ref. 5164R-001. Starting with the steel version, the Aquanaut Travel Time returns in a rose gold version. Instead of black, its dial is a rich chocolate brown — still in keeping with its signature checkerboard embossed pattern — and comes with a matching dark brown tropical rubber strap. Like its predecessor, it is equipped with the self-winding Calibre 324 S C FUS movement, which offers a dual time zone mechanism for travel lovers.RM 67-02 Automatic Alexander Zverev

Everything else - from the dial functions (home day/night indicator, two-hour hand and date sub-dial) to power reserve (48 hours) and water resistance (120m), the watch features the same Aquanaut Ref. 5164A.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference. 5650G-001 (2017)
Now, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the collection, Patek Philippe is naturally going all out. At BaselWorld 2017 they launched the limited edition Advanced Research Aquanaut Travel Time Ref. Model 5650G-001. Perhaps the most striking model in the collection, this model features two important Patek Philippe innovations: the optimised Spiromax balance spring made of Silinvar – which ensures greater precision in mechanical watches; One is a flexible mechanism made of traditional steel - used to set a second time zone. Just like previous Travel Time models, the 40.8mm Aquanaut Ref. 5650-G is also time zone capable, with day/night indicators for local and local time zones.

For the first time ever, the collection featured the trendy blue theme that was taking the industry by storm at the time. Of course, its blue dial also features the iconic embossed Aquanaut pattern. The applied 18K white gold Arabic numerals stand out against the blue dial. Just like the previous travel time model, Ref. The 5650-G is also powered by the self-winding Calibre 324 SC FUS movement. However, the highlight can be seen at the 9 o'clock position. It has a silver aperture made of steel with four crossed leaf springs that allow views of the entire mechanism of the watch. To complete the design, a beautiful blue tropical rubber strap matches its incredible blue dial.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5968A-001 (2018)
In 2018 – for the first time ever – Patek Philippe launched the Aquanaut Chronograph. Aquanaut reference. 5968-A with self-winding flyback chronograph movement, Calibre CH 28‑520 C. It has a 60-minute counter and a strong power reserve of 55 hours! Black embossed dial showing gold-plated Arabic numerals with luminous coating, date window at 3 o'clock and chronograph subdial at 6 o'clock. Like most of the latest models in the collection, it features 120m water resistance, a sapphire crystal caseback, and a screw-down crown. With this watch, wearers can choose between a black tropical rubber strap or a vibrant orange option that complements the orange accents on the dial.Replica AUDEMARS PIGUET CODE 11.59

Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference. 5168G-010 (2019)
Another Jumbo model added to the collection's larger watch collection is the Aquanaut Ref. 5168G-010 Khaki Green Dial and Matching Strap. Almost identical to the 2017 20th Anniversary model - Aquanaut Ref. 5168G-001 with Gradient Blue Dial - This Jumbo Aquanaut also has the same 42.2mm white gold case and is equipped with the same Calibre 324 SC movement. Its khaki green embossed dial also shows gold-plated luminous hands and a date window at 3 o'clock. While its blue counterpart has a more cool sport vibe, the Aquanaut Ref. The 5168G-010 Khaki Green echoes a more adventurous spirit.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5167A-012 (2019)
The latest addition to the lineup is this vibrant red Aquanaut Ref. 5167A-012 Singapore Special Edition Model or Red Aquanaut. Demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the brand's watchmaking skills at the Patek Philippe Watch Art Fair in Singapore last year, Patek Philippe launched the 40mm stainless steel Red Aquanaut. Of course, the colour scheme is a nod to the red and white Singapore flag. Its checkerboard-embossed dark brown dial features white and silver-tone hands, Arabic numerals with red minute markers and a red central hand. Inside is the Calibre 324 SC self-winding movement with a power reserve of 45 hours. It has the same 120m water resistance and a beautiful sapphire crystal case back to showcase the mechanism. The highlight of this model, of course, is its striking red composite "tropical" rubber strap - a welcome and not-to-be-missed addition to the growing Aquanaut collection.

Create a youthful leisure sports atmosphere
You have it, watch lovers! Learn more about the evolution of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut. Granted, Aquanaut was originally designed for the internet market, but the series has slowly proven its worth and remains attractive even in today's market. In fact, it has slowly earned its rightful place in the watchmaking industry. It completes the look of a youthful and casual sports watch while retaining its luxurious heritage. A classic must-have for sports watch lovers, the Aquanaut deserves a place in every connoisseur's collection.Shopping replica watches