In 2006, released the reference 5712/1A-001 - featuring an ultra-thin, calibre240 PS IRM C LU, with off-centre micro-rotor. The 5712marked the return of the moon-and-date version of theNautilus, previously seen in the ref. 3712, from 2005.
Early examples of the Nautilus are now highly sought-after by collectors, commandingincreasing prices in the vintage market. With an ever-growing waiting list, demand for the 5712 has also increased in recent years. This 5712/1A-001 exampleis from 2012 and comes with its original box, Certificate of Origin and product literature.
The 5712 re-interprets a number of signature design elements from the original Nautilus - mostly notably, the gradient blue dial, with horizontal grooves. Similar to its predecessor, the 5712 measures 43mm (up from 42mm), classing it amongst the Jumbo collection. The steel, three-piece case provides water resistance up to 60m, further featuring a large screw-down crown. The reference 5712 features Patek Philippesmodern interpretation of the Nautilus case, with 3-part construction, sapphire case-back and curved ears.
This steel, Nautilus 5712/1A-001 watch is an excellent balance between function andclassic design. The case and bracelet are excellently finished, with beveled, polished and granular surfaces. The steel bracelet has virtually no stretch, with flat central links. At 43mm in diameter, and 8.52 mm thick, the 5712 case is a unique twist of perspectives and size. The ridged blue dial includes a power reserve indication (at half past 10), date and moon display (at 7 oclock) and a small second at 4. It additionally features all the traditional indications of a time-only watch, with applied hour-markers and Nautilus hands (with luminescent inserts).
The reference 5712/1A-001 is powered by Patek Philippes in-house calibre 240 PS IRM C LU (for petite seconde, indication de rserve de marche, calendrier et lune small second, power reserve indicator, date and moon), visible through the sapphire display-back. It features 29 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, shock absorber mechanism a self-compensating flat balance spring and a monometallic balance, adjusted to cold, heat, isochronism and 5 positions. Furthermore, the 22k solid-gold micro-rotor is finished in classic Patek Philippe style, with Geneva stripes.
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Closer look
| Brand: | Patek Philippe |
| Model: | Nautilus Ref.5712/1A-001 |
| Movement: | mechanicalautomatic calibre 240 PS IRM C LU |
| Functions: | moon-phase, date, hours, minutes, sub-seconds |
| Features: | power-reserve, display back, Patek PhilippeSeal |
| Case: | 43 mm stainless steel |
| Crystal: | sapphire front and back |
| Bracelet: | Patek Philippe steel integrated bracelet |
| Year: | 2012 |
| Box & papers: | original inner/outer box, Certificate of Origin, product literature, hangtag |
This Patek Philippe Nautilus5712comes with its original box, Certificate of Origin and product literature. The stylus for quick-set date and moonphase is missing. The case is in very good condition, with only minor surface scratches and marks consistent with regular wear. These can be seen in both the product and creative photography. It is guaranteed for authenticity and comes witha two-yearwarranty from A Collected Man.
