Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Moonphase Review

The Patek Philippe Nautilus model is produced by the leading Super Clone manufacturer workshops with an 18K thick gold-plated case, 40 mm diameter and a high-precision automatic Super Clone mechanism architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Moonphase Review - ref# 5726/1a-001

Annual Calendar - Dial - Case - Bezel - Case Back - Mechanism - Workmanship

ABOUT PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS: From iconic timepieces such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Omega Constellation to the BVLGARI BVLGARI and IWC Ingenieur, Gerald Genta has inspired generations of watchmakers. Following the debut of the AP Royal Oak in 1972, Patek Philippe realized it needed to hire Genta to create a design that would appeal to a younger generation. This had to be a watch with a distinctive and free-spirited design that would stand the test of time.

The first Nautilus was released in 1976, and things haven't slowed down for Nautilus since. Today it is one of the most sought-after watches on the planet. Let's get to know this model, which many watch enthusiasts describe as their dream watch.

ANNUAL CALENDAR: For a mechanical watch, the annual calendar is probably one of the most useful complications. It is easy to adjust and has a very maintenance-free structure; So you only need to adjust the calendar every four years, when it's a leap year. The annual calendar is adjusted with the recessed micro buttons on the side of the case, a small pen-shaped tool supplied by Patek Philippe.

This particular annual calendar watch uses a double-window structure with positions for the day and month at the 12 position. This window is positioned below the Patek Philippe logo text and the word Geneve is printed just below the day/month window.

The date window is located at the 6 position. It is located just below the subdial of the moonphase window and the 24-hour day/night indicator, which tells the user whether the time is set to morning or night.

DIAL: On the gray radial gradient dial, you will notice an extremely clean layout that is both balanced and symmetrical. The iconic horizontal striped guilloche pattern adds depth and dimension to the dial layout. The applique hour markers are lume-enabled and are quite visible in low light conditions.

All of the typography used on this watch, from the logo to the annual calendar windows and even the numbers used in the day/night indicator, is clean, clear and legible; A sans serif font was used.

CASE: One of the most distinctive features of the Nautilus watch is the octagonal case form, which has become the signature of several iconic watches of Gerald Genta. According to legend, this form was inspired by the shape of a submarine porthole.

When the Nautilus was first introduced, it was a very large watch for its time, with a case size of 40 mm. Although there is a trend for watches to become larger, the Patek Philippe Nautilus model # 5726/1a-001 measures more faithfully to the original, with a size of only 40.5 mm, a case thickness of 11.30 mm, and offers 120m/400ft water resistance thanks to its screw-down crown.

BEZEL: The Nautilus' case has a very distinctive bezel with those undeniable "ears" located on both sides of the case. One side is designed for the hinge and the other for the closing mechanism.

One of the best things about the case is its extraordinary craftsmanship; While a fine one-way brushed workmanship is applied to the case, inner bezel and bracelet; A polished workmanship is used on the outer bezel, the inner links of the bracelet, the screw-down winding crown and the inner hinge closing part of the "ears" of the bezel.

CASE BACK: The back of the case is a true example of beauty with its transparent sapphire case back. This is a window into the beating heart of this horological work of art.

MECHANISM: Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Moonphase 5726/1a-001 is powered by an in-house Patek Philippe 324 S QA LU 24H caliber with a 21 carat Yellow Gold self-winding weighted rotor.

The Patek Philippe 324 S QA LU 24H caliber is a 4Hz caliber that produces a consistent 28,800 oscillations per hour. It contains 34 jewels and is equipped with Patek Philippe's signature Spiromax® mainspring; This mainspring features the signature terminal curve made of Silinvar®, a magnetically resistant material made from silicone.

This watch movement is also equipped with Gyromax® balance, a free-spring balance system that requires no regulator. This patented Patek Philippe innovation minimizes resistance and provides a greater moment of inertia in balance. This automatic movement has a power reserve of up to 45 hours.

The rotor is designed in a striking form, almost impersonating a sailor's anchor, and is embroidered with the Calatrava cross, symbol of Patek Philippe's commitment to excellence.

Many meticulously applied craftsmanship processes combine in harmony to create an aesthetically stunning mechanism.

CRAFTMANSHIP: It is impossible to miss the attention Patek Philippe paid to every tiny detail when crafting this masterpiece. They polished and crafted this watch with tremendous precision; They ensured that the polished bezel has a razor-sharp edge all the way to where the brushed workmanship begins.

There's no question that a lot needs to go into a watch with a high five-figure price tag like this. With the Nautilus, Patek Philippe has created a watch that lives up to the word extraordinary and retains its value incredibly well.

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