Patek Philippe
Aquanaut Chronograph
5968G-001
Movement:
Automatic
Size:
42.2 mm
Dial:
Blue
Bracelet Material:
Rubber
Case Material:
White Gold
Year:
2021
Condition:
Brand New
Inclusion:
Box and Papers
Note: Ready to Ship within 7-14 days
The Patek Philippe Aquanaut has always stood out among the rest of Patek Philippe’s model line for being a casual-chic, purpose-built timepiece for the active lifestyle, and the addition of the chronograph complication in 2018 has cemented that notion even further. As a completely new release for 2021, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5968G-001 introduces new colors and new materials to the line. Enclosed in a 42.2mm 18k white gold case, the Ref. 5968G-001 features a blue/black gradient dial and midnight blue strap that adds a festive touch to any ensemble, whether sailing the open seas or enjoying a quiet dinner out.
Considered as the leading luxury watch manufacture, Patek Philippe has been a vanguard in high-end watchmaking. Founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1839, the brand began as a joint venture between Antoni Norbet de Patek, an exiled Polish nobleman and his partner, François Czapek in making high-end pocket watches. Disagreements between them led to Czapek leaving the company in 1845, leading to a new venture between Patek and French watchmaker Adrien Philippe who invented the company’s stem and hand-winding mechanisms. One of Patek Philippe’s most iconic models, the Nautilus, remains to be one of the most sought-after luxury sports watches to this day. As a leading innovator in watchmaking, the brand has produced a number of technically advanced timepieces throughout the centuries, including special pieces like the Henry Graves Supercomplication, one of the world’s most complicated timepiece produced for the American banker Henry Graves, Jr. and is one of the most expensive watches sold for a record US$24 million at a Sotheby’s auction in 2014. Patek Philippe also currently holds the record for the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction for the Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010, which was sold at a Christie’s auction for US$31 million in 2019. The brand remains privately owned by the Stern family since purchasing the brand in 1932.
