# Buy a Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Nautilus — 5711, 5712, 5980

- Link: https://palazzowatches.com/buy-patek-nautilus/
- Author: Michael Martucci

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 gold5740/1G perpetual calendar5990/1A travel-time
chrono

Chronograph & Vintage

5980/1A steel chronograph
5980/1R rose gold5976/1G 40th anniversary3700/1A vintage
Jumbo3711/1G white gold transitional

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[Read the full Nautilus 5711/1A reference guide →](https://palazzowatches.com/reference-guide/nautilus-5711-1a-010/)

## 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:

 1. **Caliber verification** — movement opening, manufacturer-correct caliber confirmation
 2. **Serial cross-check** — engraved serial verified against era-correct production
    records
 3. **Dial authenticity** — print font, lume composition, and applied indices vs. reference
    samples
 4. **Case & bracelet inspection** — lug bevels, crown logos, link stamps, clasp markings,
    end-link fitment
 5. **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 offer more than a straight sale 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.