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Patek Philippe
Ref. 5066A-010
Aquanaut “Japan”
An attractive limited edition stainless steel wristwatch with center seconds, date, blue dial, Certificate of Origin and presentation box, made for the Japanese market
- Estimate
- HK$350,000 - 550,000€39,700 - 62,400$44,900 - 70,500
HK$533,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- Circa 1998
- Reference No
- 5066A-010
- Movement No
- 3’025’981
- Case No
- 4’055’147
- Model Name
- Aquanaut “Japan”
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 330 SC, 30 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Rubber
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 36mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, registered guarantee card dated 2 December 1998, service invoice, instruction manual, product literature, cloth, travel case, pouch, additional rubber strap, hang tag, slip case, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Introduced in 1997, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut ref. 5060 marked a bold departure for the venerable maison as its first timepiece to feature a rubber strap. Building on this legacy, the present ref. 5066A-010 represents a rare and highly collectible iteration of the Aquanaut, crafted exclusively for the Japanese market in a limited production of approximately 1,000 pieces.
This stainless steel Japan Limited Edition distinguishes itself with its striking vivid blue dial and matching blue rubber strap, a design that exudes both modernity and sophistication. Powered by the robust self-winding Caliber 330 SC, the movement is elegantly displayed through a sapphire caseback, showcasing Patek Philippe’s unwavering commitment to horological excellence.
As one of the earliest Patek Philippe sports models created exclusively for Japan, the Ref. 5066A-010 holds a special place in the brand’s history and remains a coveted treasure among collectors. The present example, dating to circa 1998, is accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, Japanese service papers, an additional matching blue crocodile leather strap, and its original presentation box, ensuring its exceptional provenance and completeness.
A true embodiment of the Aquanaut’s pioneering spirit, this charismatic blue timepiece combines subtle rarity with vibrant personality, making it a standout addition to any discerning collection. Its historical significance, coupled with its exclusivity, ensures that the ref. 5066A-010 will continue to be celebrated as an iconic model for both Patek Philippe enthusiasts and admirers of Japanese market exclusives.
A rare opportunity to acquire a piece of horological history, this Aquanaut is a fitting tribute to Patek Philippe’s innovative legacy and a treasured prize for the astute collector.
This stainless steel Japan Limited Edition distinguishes itself with its striking vivid blue dial and matching blue rubber strap, a design that exudes both modernity and sophistication. Powered by the robust self-winding Caliber 330 SC, the movement is elegantly displayed through a sapphire caseback, showcasing Patek Philippe’s unwavering commitment to horological excellence.
As one of the earliest Patek Philippe sports models created exclusively for Japan, the Ref. 5066A-010 holds a special place in the brand’s history and remains a coveted treasure among collectors. The present example, dating to circa 1998, is accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, Japanese service papers, an additional matching blue crocodile leather strap, and its original presentation box, ensuring its exceptional provenance and completeness.
A true embodiment of the Aquanaut’s pioneering spirit, this charismatic blue timepiece combines subtle rarity with vibrant personality, making it a standout addition to any discerning collection. Its historical significance, coupled with its exclusivity, ensures that the ref. 5066A-010 will continue to be celebrated as an iconic model for both Patek Philippe enthusiasts and admirers of Japanese market exclusives.
A rare opportunity to acquire a piece of horological history, this Aquanaut is a fitting tribute to Patek Philippe’s innovative legacy and a treasured prize for the astute collector.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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