The production of the Patek Philippe ref. 3700 was segmented into two main series, with early examples (1976-1982) stamped as ref. 3700/1, while later examples produced from 1982 to 1990 are stamped as 3700/11.

What elevates this specimen to another level is its mesmerizing hue of the dial. Incredibly charismatic, during the 1980s, these hand-made ridged Nautilus dials manufactured by Stern Fréres features the Sigma Dot designation at 6 o'clock. Most commonly associated by scholarship as the Type 6 (σ . SWISS . σ) and Type 7 dial (. σ SWISS σ. ) variant, these dials over time has the tendency of developing a subtle greenish grey tone throughout. Only a handful of Type 6 dial examples have surfaced in the market, all ranging from movement 1'310'XXX, they carry this distinct sea-green hue that is truly impressive. Recent scholarship suggests that this variant of the ref. 3700 served as an inspiration for the equally sought-after and scarce modern Nautilus ref. 5711/1A-014 “olive green” dial.

Made 1982 confirmed by the Extract from the Archives, the present stainless steel specimen of the ref. 3700/011 exhibits the characteristics of the batch, notably featuring a tapered 14mm wide bracelet. The inner caseback displays the matching serial and reference numbers, along with the correct three-digit serial number stamped on the underside of the hinged ears.

Charmingly aged with patina on the dial, the present example is highly collectible with its hint of sea-green dial where connoisseurs will definitely appreciate. Fresh-to-the-market, the watch is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin and cork presentation box, which is an extreme rarity to find. It is worth noting that the retailer may have mistakenly written 1983 as the sale year on the Certificate of Origin, whereas the Extract from the Archives mentions the sale date on 24 January 1984. For the discerning collector, this is an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the founding references of the most desirable sports watches in history.