Encyclopedia / Patek Philippe / Nautilus
No real new deal right now · checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:06 PM ET
$199,950 – $248,300 pre-owned street range
5811/1G-001 (median ~$214,150)
No credible new discount. Patek sells through authorized retailers; WatchMaxx listed a brand-new 5811/1G-001 at $235,984 and Jomashop at $225,000, both far above retail. Range = middle 80% of Chrono24 asking prices on the first results page (49 listings).
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | unworn | Yes | $212,063 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $222,500 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $235,984 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. 5811/1G-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 | $82,021 (5811/1G-001) | patek.com |
| Grey-market new | $225,000 Jomashop · $235,984 WatchMaxx | jomashop.com / watchmaxx.com |
| Pre-owned 5811/1G-001 | about $199,950 – $248,300 (median ~$214,150) | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5811/1G-001 | 41 mm white gold case and bracelet, blue sunburst dial with black-gradient rim, 26-330 S C | $82,021 |
| 5711/1A | Steel predecessor, discontinued | Discontinued |
Which one I'd pick
5811/1G vs a pre-owned 5711: the 5811 is the current, bigger (41 mm) white gold model. A 5711 is steel and the 'original' modern Nautilus, but it's discontinued and priced as a collectible.
What to check before you buy
- Papers and provenance: at this level, insist on the Patek Certificate of Origin or extract, and a clean ownership trail.
- Authentication: buy from an established dealer and have an independent watchmaker open it.
- Fakes and red flags: 'too good' prices, rushed wire transfers and sellers who won't meet or use escrow.
Alternatives worth a look
- Patek Philippe Aquanaut: Patek's sportier sibling, in steel. (40.8 mm stainless steel, Calibre 26-330 S C, retail $27,257 (5167A-001))
- Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding: Genta's earlier integrated-bracelet icon. (41 mm stainless steel (15510ST), Calibre 4302, retail $31,900 (15510ST.OO.1320ST.06, AP US site))
- Vacheron Constantin Overseas: A luxury steel sports watch that trades much closer to retail. (41 mm stainless steel, Calibre 5100, retail $29,200 (4520V/210A-B128))
History
Patek Philippe introduced the Nautilus in 1976, during the quartz crisis. The first model, ref. 3700, was in steel and designed by Gérald Genta, who had already designed AP's Royal Oak.
In 2006, for the collection's 30th anniversary, Patek introduced the 5711 and 5712, which became among its most popular models.
The current 5811/1G-001 is a 41 mm white gold reinterpretation with a blue sunburst, horizontally embossed dial and the self-winding 26-330 S C calibre.
Specifications
| Brand | Patek Philippe |
|---|---|
| Model | Nautilus |
| Key references | 5811/1G-001, 5711/1A (discontinued) |
| Launch year | 1976 |
| Case | 41 mm white gold (5811/1G) |
| Dial | Sunburst blue with black-gradient rim, horizontally embossed |
| Bracelet | White gold, patented fold-over clasp with lockable adjustment |
| Movement | Calibre 26-330 S C, automatic |
| Power reserve | 35-45 hours |
| Water resistance | 30 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $82,021 (5811/1G-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
- Horizontally embossed dial
- Porthole-shaped case with 'ears'
- Integrated bracelet
FAQ
How much is a Patek Philippe Nautilus?
Patek's site lists the white gold 5811/1G-001 at $82,021 (checked Oct 19, 2026). On Chrono24, the middle of the market was asking about $199,950 to $248,300.
Is the steel Nautilus 5711 discontinued?
Yes. The 5811/1G in white gold is the current model in Patek's catalogue.
Who designed the Nautilus?
Gérald Genta, who also designed the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. The first Nautilus, ref. 3700, came out in 1976.
What movement is in the 5811/1G?
The self-winding 26-330 S C with sweep seconds, date at 3 o'clock and a stop-seconds function.
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