Patek Philippe · Nautilus

Buy a Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Nautilus

The Nautilus is Gérald Genta’s 1976 luxury sport masterpiece — the most-collected modern Patek Philippe reference. Palazzo Watches & Gems stocks authenticated 5711/1A, 5712/1A, 5980/1A, 5740/1G, and select precious-metal and vintage 3700 references. Verified papers, full provenance.

Warranty

Lifetime Movement
First-time clients

Shipping

FedEx Priority Overnight
Free, fully insured

References We Stock

Time & Date

5711/1A (steel, blue or white)
5711/1R (rose gold)
5711/1G (white gold)
5811/1G (current production)

Complication

5712/1A moon-phase
5712/1R rose gold
5740/1G perpetual calendar
5990/1A travel-time chrono

Chronograph & Vintage

5980/1A steel chronograph
5980/1R rose gold
5976/1G 40th anniversary
3700/1A vintage Jumbo
3711/1G white gold transitional

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Why Buy From Palazzo Watches & Gems

Multi-Step Authentication

Every piece passes movement, dial, case, bracelet, and paper verification before listing. Documentation retained on file.

Lifetime Movement Warranty

For first-time Palazzo Watches & Gems clients — we cover the movement for as long as you own the watch. No registration, no fine print.

Free Insured Shipping

FedEx Priority Overnight, fully insured for the full purchase price. Adult-signature required.

Owner-Led Service

No call centers, no sales reps. Every inquiry routes directly to the owner. WhatsApp, phone, or email — same person every time.

Authentication Process

Every piece in our inventory passes through a documented multi-step authentication before it is listed for sale:

Caliber verification — movement opening, manufacturer-correct caliber confirmation
Serial cross-check — engraved serial verified against era-correct production records
Dial authenticity — print font, lume composition, and applied indices vs. reference samples
Case & bracelet inspection — lug bevels, crown logos, link stamps, clasp markings, end-link fitment
Paper review — warranty card serial cross-check, stamping and watermark verification

Photographic and video documentation retained on file for every piece we sell.

Find Your Nautilus

5711, 5712, 5980, 5740 — verified papers and provenance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 5711/1A still being made?

No. Patek Philippe officially discontinued the steel 5711/1A in 2021. The replacement is the 5811/1G in white gold. The 5711/1A remains the most-traded modern Patek reference in the secondary market.

What is the difference between the 5711, 5712, and 5980?

The 5711 is the time-and-date Nautilus. The 5712 is the time-date-moonphase-power-reserve complication. The 5980 is the Nautilus chronograph. Each commands different valuations depending on dial color, year, and condition.

Do you require papers on the Nautilus?

Strongly preferred. The 5711/1A in particular trades at a premium with original Patek certificate of origin. We will buy and sell pieces without papers, but the price differential reflects the documentation gap. Disclose what you have honestly.

Are the precious-metal Nautilus references worth considering?

Yes. The 5711/1R (rose gold) and 5711/1G (white gold) trade differently than the steel reference. The Tiffany-Blue 5711/1A-018 commanded record auction prices in 2021–2022. The new 5811/1G in white gold is the contemporary equivalent.

Do you accept trade-ins toward a Nautilus?

Yes. Trade-ins from any major brand (Rolex, AP, VC, JLC, Lange) are accepted toward Nautilus purchases. We benchmark trade-in value against current global market data and apply a 5–10% premium when the trade-in is rolling toward our inventory.

How quickly can a Nautilus ship?

In-stock pieces ship same business day if ordered before 2pm ET via FedEx Priority Overnight, fully insured. Wire transfer typically clears within hours; cash and cashier’s check accepted for in-person Jersey City pickup.