In 2006, Patek Philippe introduced the Nautilus Ref. 5711, cementing the Nautilus’ status as a contemporary icon. Its classic 40mm diameter stainless steel case and integrated bracelet brilliantly perpetuated Gérald Genta's 1970s design. Through poise and restraint, the ref. 5711 amplified global recognition of Patek Philippe flagship line of sports watches, spiking demand to unprecedented levels. Its 1970s born, horizontally ribbed, gray-blue dial ignited fervor now deeply woven into watch culture lore.

On top of it all reference 5711 followed the poignant destiny reserved to the most iconic cultural and artistic figures, disappearing among cries of despair and outrage at the height of its fame in 2022. That year, it was available in a final green dial edition and it eventually sang its swan song in December 2022 with the Tiffany & Co. iteration.

Since its discontinuation, no other jumbo sized time-only Nautilus has filled this power vacuum - the closest candidate being the 2024 Cubitus 5821/1A.

This example is one of the - most likely - very few double sealed specimens left in the world. It is sealed in its plastic sleeve which is itself sealed within the original factory box closed by a band bearing the movement and case number of the watch. It is literally in perfect condition, untouched by human hands - or even foreign air - since its production in Plan-les-Ouates.