Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5065A Full Set

This is a good one, folks! Some watches live up to the hype, and this exceptional neo-vintage icon is certainly one of them. The “jumbo” Aquanaut provides more presence and dial versus the smaller 5060 and 5066 while still retaining excellent wearability across a variety of wrist sizes due to the relatively short lug to lug length and great case shape. This present example is offered in very nice, honest condition with great tritium dial and hands, strong, sharp case, bracelet, and a very full set.  

Reference: 5065/1A-010

Case: The 38 x 44.5 x 8 mm stainless steel case is in very good honest condition throughout with full, well-defined bezel, and lugs retaining their original facets. The stainless-steel case appears to be potentially unpolished with well defined facets at the ends of the lugs and full bezel. Surface scratches are present throughout, as photographed, most notably to the backs of the lugs from previous strap changes.

Dial: The stunning tritium dial and hands are free from defects and are truly the star of the show, exhibiting so much depth, complexity, and texture lacking in the modern variants. The “grenade” pattern is deep and plays with light and shadows, the bead blasted applied white gold indices add further dimension, creating the illusion the printed signature is floating above the dial. It’s truly one of those watches you can’t stop staring at and you say, “okay, I get it now”, once you’ve spent some time.

Movement: The caliber 315 SC automatic winding movement is Gevena Sealed and winding, setting, and running well at approximately +8.5 s/d, averaged across 6 positions.

Bracelet: The watch is currently fitted on a black Tropic strap and a period correct stainless steel deployant.  The strap is in very good condition and will fit an approximate 7” wrist.  Additional straps may be available for purchase depending on wrist size.

The brick bracelet is really a feat of engineering and needs to be worn to be appreciated. Almost brutalist in design with link facets jutting out as they articulate around the wrist with a completely refined, smooth, and very comfortable feel on the inside. The entirely polished outer surface exhibits surface scratches throughout, commensurate with minor wear. The bracelet is very long, measuring 6.5” on its own with 4 removable links. An extra set of spring bars is also included.

Includes: Accompanied by an original box, serial matching document envelope, leather document folder, undated Certificate of Origin, Aquanaut manual, Aquanaut Strap manual, movement manual, Register of Owners brochure with return mailing envelope, museum brochure, and Collector’s Library brochure.