The Nautilus is without question one of the great horological icons of the 1970s, and one of the most in-demand models in today's watch-collecting landscape. Indeed, without Gérald Genta’s inspired design, timepiece collecting today would look very different.
Collectors and prospectors alike have been clamoring to get their hands on Genta's second great luxury sports watch, and since the discontinuation of the flagship Reference 5711 in steel, the dramatic rise in popularity shows no signs of slowing down.
This particular Nautilus, a Reference 5711G-001, isn’t made out of steel, but out of 18k white gold paired with a silvered dial — a handsome combination that is both subtle and striking. Featuring the classic Nautilus case construction with a blend of satin and polished finishing, its dial boasts the beloved Nautilus “teak” dial, applied and lumed ‘baton’ indices, a matching, luminous ‘baton’ handset, and a date window at 3 o’clock. Paired to its matching, integrated bracelet, it also features a signed, black alligator strap with a signed, white gold, twin-trigger deployant clasp.
Powered by the automatic Calibre 324 SC movement, this is a highly refined package that perfectly balances sports watch capability and dress watch grace. Plus, it comes with its factory goodies, including its box and Certificate of Origin.
Who could ask for more from such a classic model?