Description

The Aquanaut collection, introduced by Patek Philippe in 1997, was inspired by the success of its predecessor, the Nautilus. This line began as a special order in the mid-90s, intended to create robust watches suitable for military officers. It quickly captured the attention of both younger and older audiences due to its easy wearability and distinctive “tropical” rubber strap. The collection expanded over time, introducing the diamond-set Aquanaut Luce for women in 2004 and later the 5167A and 5164A Travel-Time models. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Patek Philippe released new versions, including the first white gold 42.2mm jumbo model, the limited 5650G Advanced Research Travel Time, and two luxurious ladies’ versions.

The present watch is a very special piece made from the base 5167 model, distinguished by its white gold case and lavish embellishment with baguette diamonds on the bezel, lugs, and side case, totaling about 6.32 ct. This watch is part of a very limited series, available only to select customers. Patek Philippe ensures the highest quality in its gemstones, using diamonds in the top D to G color range with an internally flawless grade, and insists on hand-setting each gem rather than using adhesive. This meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality is a hallmark of the brand’s luxury watches.

Patek Philippe – Bio

Patek Philippe & Co. was founded in 1839, located in Geneva and the Vallée de Joux. It designs and manufactures timepieces and movements, including some of the most complicated mechanical watches. It is considered by many experts and aficionados to be one of the most prestigious watch manufacturers.
In 1868, Patek Philippe made their first wristwatch, which was sold on November 13, 1876 to the Hungarian Countess.
It is the last independent, family-owned Genevan watch manufacture with uninterrupted operating history spanning nearly 180 years.