If you think about Daytona's casual feeling and affinity with the street,Patek PhilipI came to think that Aquanaut, the most basic model, could become a “New Daytona”. It may be a little daunting, but there is certainly such a premonition.

As you know, Steel Patek (mainly Nautilus and Aquanaut) is unusually popular and shows a significant rise despite the current model. I think the main topic is the Nautilus of the upper model, but personally I feel that the potential of Aquanaut may be more than Nautilus.

Speaking of Patek Philippe, 50045970Permanent calendar chronograph represented by10-20An expensive model ($ 10,000) was a representative of popular models traded in premiere. At that time, Nautilus and Aqua Note were of course popular, but they were also entry models and were not traded at a price higher than the regular price. But now the situation is completely reversed, only Nautilus and some of the Aqua Note steel models,8-10It has become so popular that it is said to be waiting for the year.

 

You can see the Aqua Note by looking at the real thing, but it is quite elaborate. The characteristic bezel surface is a hairline finish, the bezel side and rug are polished, the case side is a hairline again, and the dial is semi-glossy black creating a unique atmosphere. Probably the specifications were carefully decided not to be overly flashy. The rubber composite straps and buckles are also very modern, and in terms of quality, it may be more elaborate than stainless steel daytona. For size, for example,5167A（3Needle model)40mmCase,5164A(Travel time) is40.8mmThe size is changed only slightly, and there is a difference in detailed specifications for each model, which is very expensive.

 

 

The current 5167A is the third generation model from the first generation, but the previous one was a little feminine with a small case of 34-38mm. The basic concept of the dial design has not changed since the first generation, but the design balance has been improved to 5167A. The old model also had a gap at the joint between the strap and the case, but it disappeared with the 5167A. It was also great that the design and quality of the straps were greatly improved. Aside from the matter of preference, when it comes to Aqua Note, the current model may have the best balance between design and presence.

 

In terms of design, the Aqua Note is designed with the Nautilus design down to the dress, so it has the most casual look of Patek watches. Speaking without misunderstanding, this is the most “street” design of Patek. Another important point is that the dial is black. Nautilus is characterized by its blue dial, which makes it look somewhat elegant. Given the recent trend of casual fashion, the demand for black dials is likely to remain high.

But for a long time, Aquanaut's popularity has been calm. There has been no major break since the model was remodeled to the latest 5167A in 2007, and the market price did not greatly exceed the list price until the last few years. The situation will change when that happens.

 

Introducing Aquanaut 5164A

That happened with the advent of 5164A. In fact, since the Aqua Note was released in 1997, there were only three needle models for 14 years. In 2011, the 5164A equipped with the World Time (GMT) function was released as the first AquaNote complication, and something strange happened. By looking at the dial of this new model 5164A, many collectors around the world recognized the appeal of the Aquanaut base design at the same time, and the evaluation of all Aquanaut models increased.

The 5164A is not a chronograph like the Daytona, but the design of the date display at the lower center is reminiscent of the calendar design of the 5970 and 5004 genealogy. Only the Patek traditional complications are condensed. " Furthermore, it was also a decisive matter not to put the moon face. If a moon face was placed, it would have created a dress-like atmosphere and couldn't wipe out the old generation feeling. With the advent of this 5164A, the Aqua Note, which was previously only seen as a “quirky design three-handed clock”, is based on this design. People around the world understood that it is a watch with the potential to form a "."

 

Tiffany detonator

In addition, there is an existence that can be said to be a detonator that boosts the popularity of Aquanaut. Yes, it isTiffanyThe existence of a model. As you know, Rolex had a double name with Tiffany in the past,1990At the end of the era, it is no longer being manufactured and sold. However, regarding Patek, there are several Tiffany boutiques around the world.TiffanyOnly a very small number of individuals with the logo printed on the dial are sold secretly.

I think that the strength of Modern Patek's Tiffany model is limited to “no doubts about authenticity”. For example, in the current Aquanaut, all Tiffany individuals were sold at the Tiffany Boutique since 2008. Because it is still relatively new within 10 years, almost every individual comes with a Tiffany Named Warranty Box and a box (a Patek box can be placed in a Tiffany blue box), sometimes at the time of purchase There may even be. Such a sense of security works very favorably for buyers, so it is naturally advantageous from the viewpoint of market stability.

If there was no Paul Newman dial in the vintage Daytona, would it have been popular today? It can be said that there was certainly an element that the popularity of Daytona as a whole, including the normal dial, increased due to the presence of not only ordinary models but also Paul Newman. In that sense, in Aqua Note and NautilusTiffanyThe existence of a model can be an image reader. Already already5167A​ ​TiffanyThe price of the model is normal5167A(With a premier price)2It is estimated that it will continue to grow steadily in the future.

 

Steel Patek production

Patek PhilipThe annual production of all watches in60,000It is said to be around, and in an interviewCEOThierry Stern said, “I have no intention to increase the production of Nautilus and Aquanaut anymore.25%I think that is appropriate. " Considering that, stainless steel watches are produced annually with simple calculations.12,000～15,000Estimated to be about. Currently the stainless steel model is Nautilus12With model, aqua note8Model for womenTwenty4And total complications27model. By simple calculation, it can be estimated that about 500 per model per year.of course27There is no wrinkle that models are made evenly, and it is popular5711 / 1A​ ​and​ ​5167AI think that is made a lot, but still​At most per model per year500-700Isn't there a place like a book? Currently in the worldAD(Authorized distributor) is about422Store (Europe204,America83,Asia87,South America18​ ​,Middle East14,Oceania7The caribbean5,Africa​So, Nautilus and Aquanaut both models, one store "year​Individual or at best2About "individual". This is also the information that is actually heard from an authorized Japanese store and seems to be close to reality.

This is an incredibly low number of production based on current Aquanaut and Nautilus demand. In fact, the current Daytona made of Rolex steel is equally premier.When we look at the number of sales in the second market, immediately in Japan alone30-40There are only a few Aquanauts out there. Based on that, I think you can feel the fact that Patek's steel is few.

　5167AAbout 10 years production periodThere are two models (the body is the same) of breath and strap, so it seems that there are still relatively many, but the travel time5164AOr chrono5968A (yet1-2Year)aboutIt seems that there are quite few individuals.TiffanyIn terms of models, there are only 4 stores in the world in the first place.

Nautilus and Aqua Note prices

Because of this situation, the price is on the rise. It can be said that it is virtually impossible to purchase a regular price at a regular store. The chart below shows price changes for both models.1-2It is obvious that the price has soared over the years.

via:www.watchpricetrend.com

via:www.watchpricetrend.com

 

Future and summary of Steel Patek

The price of Aquanaut is 200% of the list price, which is high enough, but it may still be undervalued for Nautilus. Personally, since 5164A has a short production year and a small number of individuals, I think that it will be a very interesting model, considering the possibility of the end of production in the future. There are gold models in Aquanaut, but given the model's character and design, it is expected that popularity will continue to be concentrated on the two Steel models.

 

Aquanaut Is The New Daytona

If you are familiar with watches, you will probably think that Nautilus is higher than Aquanaut. There is no objection about it. But Nautilus is by no means a watch like Daytona. The blue dial in an elegant and dressy design. In fact, Aquanaut is more like Daytona than it is. In the model hierarchy, its position, which is lower than Nautilus, can be said to be a symbol of affinity with the street from the modern air. The most elegant watch in the worldPatek PhilipAmong them, the most casual Aquanaut has the potential to become a special presence like Rolex Daytona.