Encyclopedia / Patek Philippe / Aquanaut
No real new deal right now · checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:06 PM ET
$73,000 – $108,950 pre-owned street range
5167A-001 (median ~$82,850)
No credible new discount. Range = middle 80% of Chrono24 asking prices on the first results page (58 listings); the top end includes special-dial versions. Jomashop listed a pre-owned 5167A-001 at $85,864.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss Watch Expo | pre-owned | Yes | $75,360 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Chrono24 (Private Seller) | unworn | Not stated | $75,880 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. 5167A-001, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Patek Philippe US price | $27,257 (5167A-001) | patek.com |
| Grey-market new | No credible discount found | — |
| Pre-owned 5167A-001 | about $73,000 – $108,950 (median ~$82,850) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| 5167A-001 | 40.8 mm steel, black/charcoal embossed dial, composite strap, 26-330 S C | $27,257 |
Which one I'd pick
Aquanaut vs Nautilus: the Aquanaut is the steel option in Patek's current sports line and costs a fraction of the white gold Nautilus at retail. Pre-owned, it's still a big premium over retail.
What to check before you buy
- Papers and provenance: insist on the Patek certificate and a matching serial.
- Strap: the original composite strap wears with use. Check its condition and whether the original is included.
- Fakes and red flags: buy from an established dealer and have it authenticated.
Alternatives worth a look
- Patek Philippe Nautilus: The bigger-name Patek sports watch. (41 mm white gold (5811/1G), Calibre 26-330 S C, retail $82,021 (5811/1G-001))
- Vacheron Constantin Overseas: Steel luxury sports watch with interchangeable straps, closer to retail. (41 mm stainless steel, Calibre 5100, retail $29,200 (4520V/210A-B128))
- Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding: The original steel luxury sports watch. (41 mm stainless steel (15510ST), Calibre 4302, retail $31,900 (15510ST.OO.1320ST.06, AP US site))
History
Patek Philippe introduced the Aquanaut in 1997 as a casual, sportier alternative to the Nautilus, aimed at younger buyers.
The first steel model, ref. 5060A, was 35.6 mm with a black checkerboard-style embossed dial and a 'Tropical' composite strap.
The 5167A is today's steel Aquanaut: a 40.8 mm case, an embossed charcoal dial and a strap in a matching composite material, powered by the self-winding 26-330 S C.
Specifications
| Brand | Patek Philippe |
|---|---|
| Model | Aquanaut |
| Key references | 5167A-001 |
| Launch year | 1997 |
| Case | 40.8 mm stainless steel |
| Dial | Sunburst charcoal gray with black-gradient rim, embossed Aquanaut pattern |
| Strap | Composite material matching the dial |
| Movement | Calibre 26-330 S C, automatic |
| Power reserve | 35-45 hours |
| Water resistance | 30 m (current Patek spec) |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $27,257 (5167A-001) |
Specs from the brand's official product page for the main reference. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Tropical composite strap
- Checkerboard embossed dial
- Rounded-octagon case
FAQ
How much is a Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A?
Patek's site lists the 5167A-001 at $27,257 (checked Oct 19, 2026). On Chrono24, the middle of the market was asking about $73,000 to $108,950.
When did the Aquanaut come out?
In 1997, as a sportier, more casual alternative to the Nautilus.
What size is the Aquanaut 5167A?
40.8 mm, in stainless steel.
What strap does the Aquanaut use?
A composite material strap; the 5167A-001's matches its charcoal embossed dial.
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