The Patek Philippe Aquanaut was introduced in 1997 with the ref. 5060A as a younger and more modern take on the luxury sports watch. Its signature "grenade" dial matched to its comfortable rubber strap and though it was equally practical as it was  comfortable, it was unlike anything Patek had ever released prior and went largely overlooked for years. Today, the model is highly popular and might just be the best high-grade sports watch available. 

The ref. 5165A we have on offer is a very desirable 38mm version that unbeknownst to many was only produced from 2007 to 2012. In recent years some collectors who prefer a blend of modern and neo-vintage style have come to appreciate this reference for its elegant proportions on wrist and relative scarcity. This particular example has remained in fantastic condition and has just been professionally polished to show a clean bezel and case with very sharp edges. Adding to its provenance, an Archive Extract has been ordered and will be provided to its next owner. The watch comes on its correct Patek deployant buckle and black rubber strap which will fit an approximate 7 inch wrist (or smaller if sized down). We can't think of a better daily driver for the sophisticated collector.

Dial: Is mint with no blemishes under magnification. Hands: Are matching. Case: Has been professionally polished but was done so correctly. The bezel is devoid of any wear and is very sharp. The lugs are thick and even in proportion. Correct signed crown. Crystal: Clear. Bracelet: Patek Philippe deployant buckle and two piece Patek rubber strap in black that will fit an approximate 7 inch wrist in its current setting. Accessories: Archive papers have been ordered and will be provided to the next owner. The movement was just serviced, is running well on our timegrapher and comes with our 1-year mechanical warranty.

Year/era: Mid 2000s Reference: 5165A-001 Serial: 371XXXX Dimensions: 38mm width, 44.5 mm lug to lug, 20mm lug width, 8.5mm tall. Movement: High-grade automatic Patek Philippe caliber 324 S.