EUROWATCH OC buys, sells, and trades the Patek Philippe Nautilus from its showroom at 3388 Via Lido Ave in Newport Beach. There's no boutique purchase history to build and no allocation list to wait on. Every Nautilus is authenticated in-house before it's listed, and the business has earned more than 350 five-star Google reviews since it started in 2015. Nautilus stock moves quickly, so check the new arrivals and the full Patek Philippe collection for what's on hand today.
If you want a steel Nautilus, the secondary market is now the only way to get one. Patek Philippe stopped making the steel 5711 in 2021 and the steel 5712 moon phase in 2025. The 5711's replacement, the 5811/1G, comes in white gold only.
Where the Nautilus came from
Gérald Genta designed the Nautilus, and Patek Philippe released it in 1976 as ref. 3700/1A: a 42mm steel sports watch with a porthole-shaped case and an integrated bracelet. Collectors call it the Jumbo. A steel sports watch was an odd move for a company known for dress watches and grand complications, and early sales were slow. The mid-size ref. 3800 followed in the early 1980s.
The modern Nautilus arrived with the 5711/1A in 2006, featuring a redesigned case and a display back. Over the next fifteen years it became the most requested steel sports watch in the trade, selling for several times its retail price. Its last retail price was $34,890. In 2026 the Nautilus turned 50, and Patek marked the anniversary at Watches and Wonders with three limited, time-only references.
Current Nautilus references and prices
These are the main Nautilus references in Patek Philippe's current catalog, with approximate secondary-market prices as of October 2026. The price of any single watch depends on its dial, condition, and whether the box and papers are included. Call 949-994-0114 for a current number on anything below.
| Reference | Model | Case | Material | Approx. market price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5811/1G | Time and date (5711 successor) | 41mm | White gold | $145,000–$190,000 |
| 5726/1A | Annual calendar, moon phase | 40.5mm | Steel | From about $80,000 |
| 5712/1R | Moon phase, power reserve | 40mm | Rose gold | Call for pricing |
| 5740/1G | Perpetual calendar | 40mm | White gold | $220,000 and up |
| 7118/1A | Ladies' Nautilus | 35.2mm | Steel | $55,000–$75,000 |
| 5810/1G and 5810G | 50th anniversary, time only (limited) | 41mm | White gold | Call for pricing |
| 5610/1P | 50th anniversary, time only (limited) | 38mm | Platinum | Call for pricing |
Discontinued Nautilus references collectors look for
- 3700/1A "Jumbo": the 1976 original. It has thin proportions and was built with a two-part case. Good examples with original bracelets are scarce.
- 3800: the 1980s mid-size. It suits smaller wrists and is the most affordable way into a vintage Nautilus.
- 5711/1A-010: the blue-dial steel reference that set the Nautilus market. It trades around $130,000 to $160,000 today, roughly four times its last retail but down from 2022 prices above $200,000.
- 5711/1A-014: the olive green dial, released in 2021 as the steel 5711's final regular-production version.
- 5711/1A-018: the Tiffany & Co. blue dial, 170 pieces made in 2021. The first example sold at auction for $6.5 million.
- 5712/1A: the steel moon phase and power reserve, made from 2006 to 2025. Clean full sets are getting harder to find now that production has ended.
- 5980/1A: the steel flyback chronograph, discontinued in 2014.
Buying a Nautilus at EUROWATCH OC
You can buy a Patek Philippe Nautilus at EUROWATCH OC the day you walk in, with no waitlist. Authorized dealers typically expect years of Patek purchases before they offer a Nautilus, and even then the wait is long. Here, if the watch is in stock, it leaves with you.
Every Nautilus passes EUROWATCH OC's multi-point authentication before it's listed, and that documentation comes with the watch. The showroom has a private viewing room, walk-ins are welcome, and appointments are available. For buyers outside Orange County, shipping is free, fully insured FedEx Express in one to two business days, and every purchase has a seven-day return window.
What to check on any Nautilus before you buy
Look at the case edges first. The Nautilus alternates brushed and polished surfaces, and an aggressive polish rounds off those sharp transitions for good. Check the bracelet for stretch between the links, confirm the dial variant matches the reference suffix on the papers, and ask when the watch was last serviced and by whom. A watch serviced by Patek Philippe with the paperwork to show it is worth more than one serviced elsewhere. EUROWATCH OC will walk you through all of this on any watch in the case.
Selling your Nautilus
EUROWATCH OC buys Patek Philippe Nautilus watches outright, with a same-day valuation and immediate payment. The offer comes down to the reference and dial, the condition of the case (especially whether it has been polished), and completeness. A full set with the box, papers, and every original bracelet link is worth noticeably more than the watch alone. The Sell My Patek Philippe page covers the process step by step, or get a formal watch appraisal first if you're still deciding.
Trading into or out of a Nautilus
EUROWATCH OC takes trades in both directions, with the value of your watch applied directly against the one you want. The most common path at the Newport Beach showroom is a Rolex Daytona or Submariner owner moving up to a 5711 or 5811. Nautilus owners also trade across to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, into the more casual Aquanaut, or up to a complicated 5712 or 5740.
Is the Nautilus still a good investment?
The Nautilus has held its value better than almost any modern watch, but prices are below their 2022 peak. The steel 5711/1A is down about a third from its high and still trades at roughly four times its last retail price. Discontinued steel references hold up best, while current white and rose gold references trade closer to retail. For a longer look at which Patek references have held value and why, read the Patek Philippe investment guide.
Patek Philippe Nautilus FAQ
Can I buy a Patek Philippe Nautilus without a waitlist?
Yes. EUROWATCH OC sells authenticated Patek Philippe Nautilus watches from inventory at its Newport Beach showroom, with no allocation list and no purchase-history requirement. If a Nautilus is in stock, you can buy it the same day. If it isn't, EUROWATCH OC can source a specific reference through its dealer network.
Is the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 discontinued?
Yes. Patek Philippe ended production of the steel Nautilus 5711/1A in 2021. The olive green 5711/1A-014 and the 170-piece Tiffany & Co. 5711/1A-018 were the last steel versions. Its successor, the 5811/1G, launched in 2022 in white gold only, so a steel time-and-date Nautilus is now available only on the secondary market.
How much is a Patek Philippe Nautilus worth?
As of October 2026, a Patek Philippe Nautilus trades from roughly $55,000 for the ladies' 7118/1A to more than $220,000 for the 5740/1G perpetual calendar. The steel 5711/1A-010 sits around $130,000 to $160,000 depending on condition and completeness. Call EUROWATCH OC at 949-994-0114 for a current number on a specific watch.
What is the difference between the Nautilus and the Aquanaut?
The Aquanaut is Patek Philippe's more casual sports watch, launched in 1997, and it usually comes on a textured rubber strap rather than an integrated bracelet. It shares the Nautilus's rounded octagonal case shape but has a checkerboard-pattern dial and generally sells for less than a comparable Nautilus.
Does EUROWATCH OC buy Patek Philippe Nautilus watches?
Yes. EUROWATCH OC buys every Nautilus reference, from the vintage 3700/1A and 3800 through current production, with a same-day valuation and immediate payment. Box, papers, and original bracelet links raise the offer, but a watch without them can still be sold.
Can I trade my Rolex for a Patek Philippe Nautilus?
Yes. EUROWATCH OC takes Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and other luxury watches in trade, and the trade value is applied directly against the price of the Nautilus you want. Daytona and Submariner owners moving into a 5711 or 5811 is one of the most common trades at the Newport Beach showroom.
How does EUROWATCH OC authenticate a Nautilus?
Every Nautilus goes through a multi-point inspection before it is listed: the movement, case and bracelet finishing, serial numbers, and dial are checked against the reference, and any papers are matched to the watch itself. The buyer receives authentication documentation with the purchase.
Is a Patek Philippe Nautilus still a good investment in 2026?
The Nautilus has held value better than almost any modern watch, but prices are below their 2022 peak. Discontinued steel references like the 5711/1A and 5712/1A still trade at large premiums over their last retail price, while current precious-metal references trade closer to retail. Buy one because you want to wear it, and treat any appreciation as a bonus.
Shop, sell, or trade a Nautilus in Newport Beach
Shop Patek Philippe · Sell or trade your watch · Call 949-994-0114
EUROWATCH OC, 3388 Via Lido Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663. Open Monday through Thursday 10am to 5:30pm, Friday and Saturday 10am to 6pm, and Sunday noon to 5:30pm.