Top 10 Best Patek Philippe Watches

Welcome to our list of Top 10 Best Patek Philippe Watches that can be found online to purchase. Patek Philippe watch prices are quite high, the ones in our list ranging between $30,000 and $200,000. Pre-owned Patek Philippe watches might go as low as $10,000, so always keep an eye on them!

Patek Philippe Watch Brand & History

Patek Philippe SA is a Swiss luxury watch and clock manufacturer founded in 1839, located in Canton of Geneva and the Vallée de Joux. Since 1932, it has been owned by the Stern family in Switzerland. Patek Philippe is one of the oldest watch manufacturers in the world with an uninterrupted watchmaking history since its founding.

The company maintains over 400 retail locations globally and over a dozen distribution centers across Asia, Europe, North America and Oceania. In 2001, it opened the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva.

Top 10 Best Patek Philippe Watches

1. Patek Philippe 5711/1A-010 Automatic Black-Blue Dial Luxury Men's Watch

The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref 5711/1A is maybe the world’s most desirable steel luxury sports watch. The wait time from authorized retailers is around 10 years on average. And that’s after Patek Philippe raised retail prices on all steel Nautilus models by 20%.

It might be surprizing that a stainless steel Patek Phillipe watch is among the most sought after watches in history but that is due to the influencers and social media hype that has been created around it. 

Here we have the white gold Patek Philippe 5711/1A-010, which retails at around $90,000. 

Specifications:

• 40mm White Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Date Window & Warranty
• 120m  Water-Resistance

 

 

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2. Patek Philippe Aquanaut Automatic Mens 18k Rose Gold Watch 5164R

With a staggering price of $70,000, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Automatic 5164R watch is the perfect choice for someone in search of a luxury Swiss-Made watch that can also be worn at the beach or taken for a dive without any worries.

The almost 41mm 18kt rose-gold case Patek comes on a black sporty rubber watch strap which will not deteriorate in repeated contact with water, and is also a great choice for hot summer days.

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut watch seems to be the new Nautilus when it comes to hype and desire. 

Specifications:

• 40.8 mm Rose Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Tropical Composite Strap
• 120m/ 400ft  Water-Resistance
• 45-hour Power Reserve

 

 

 

3. Patek Philippe Grand Complication Automatic 18 kt White Gold Mens Watch 5139G-010

The Patek Philippe Grand Complication 18 kt White Gold Watch 5139G-010 is a luxury Swiss timepiece for those looking for something more subtle and with extra watch functions.

The black dial and black leather watch strap will not stand out like the yellow-gold Nautilus, but you get functions such as moonphase, month, date and day.

At 6 o'clock we can find the Patek Philippe moonphase watch fucntion. The 3 subdials will most likely tell you more than you need to know. At 38 mm, this is a great watch for both men and women, and an ideal fit for people with medium wrist sizes.

The Patek Philippe buckle clasp and the see-through back are the main features features that will keep your eyes glued to this $65,000 Swiss watch marvel.

Specifications:

• 38 mm 18kt White Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• 30m/ 100ft  Water-Resistance
• 45-hour Power Reserve

 

 

 

4. PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS 40MM ROSE GOLD MEN'S WATCH 5980/1R-001 UNWORN

In 4th position we have another Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph watch, this time in 18kt rose gold case and bracelet. This cushion-shape 18kt rose gold case watch will set you behind a whooping $190,000. 

If you want to make yourself noticed, the 5980/1R-001 Patek Philippe Nautilus is the way to go. The watch is powered by a 35 jewel Caliber CH28-520 C self-winding movement with 45-55 hour power reserve. The 18kt gold case & bracelet make a perfect contrast with the dark dial. 

 

Specifications:

• 40.5 mm 18kt Yellow Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• 120m/ 400ft  Water-Resistance
• Fold-Over Deployment Clasp

 

 

 

5. Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase Blue Striped Dial Steel Watch 5712/1A-001

Some of you may call this list a top for the best Patek Philippe Nautilus watches but take into considearation that this is their most known and sold model, thus the demand for a large varity of colors, materials, and dial designs.

The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Moon Phase Blue Striped Dial Steel Watch has one of the most unique watch dials money can buy. We can find the 3 subdials in an unusual position, with the moon phase and second sub dial at the bottom. 

The Patek Philippe Geneve logo has been moved from the middle position a little to the right side in order to make room for the power reserve on the top left corner. The watch has a power-reserve of around 48 hours. 

Specifications:

• 40mm White Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Power Reserve Indicator & Moon Phase 
• 60 meters / 200 feet Water-Resistance

 

 

 

 

 

 

6. PATEK PHILIPPE Complications Chronograph Watch 5170R/010

 

The Patek Philippe Complications Chronograph Watch 5170R/010 is a beautiful black & gold timepiece with a good taste of minimalism. The 5170R-10 was released in 2016 and is now officially discontinued. The 5170R-010 Chronograph manual wind watch features a 39 mm case, 2 button pushers and a black watch strap.

The watch features a 18kt rose gold case, a black dial, and a 18kt rose gold deployant buckle. The watch functions include hours, minutes, seconds, 30 minute register and chronograph.

Specifications:

• 39 mm Yellow Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Chronograph Watch Functions

 

 

 

7. Patek Phillipe Nautilus Men's Watch - 5726/1A-010

 

The last Nautilius in our list is the Patek Phillipe Nautilus 5726/1A-010 model that comes in stainless steel, has a moonphase function, and a water resistance of 400ft. 

The watch functions include the hour, minute, second, perpetual calendar, and GMT. The white dial offers this watch a very classic and elegant look, whereas the design might intrigue most people.

Specifications:

• 40.5mm Stainless Steel case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Deployment Clasp & See-Through Back
• 120 meters / 400 feet Water-Resistance

 

 

 

 

8. Patek Philippe Calatrava Pointer Date White Gold Automatic Mens Watch 6006G-001

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Pointer Date White Gold Automatic watch has a classic silver & black design with a price tag of only $33,000. Compared to other Patek Philippe Calatrava watches this might be on the more expensive side given the 18k gold case and buckle. 

The watch is powered by an automatic Patek Philippe Caliber 240 PS movement that features a date around the dial, small seconds at 5 o'clock, and Arabic numerals.

 

Specifications:

• 39mm 18k White Gold case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Automatic Patek Phillipe Watch Movement
• Aligator Black Strap
• 30 meters / 100 feet Water-Resistance

 

 

 

 

9. Patek Philippe Complications 18K White Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5230G-001

 

We are almost done but not before showing you one of the most intriguing watch dials from Patek Philippe. The Patek Philippe Complications 18K White Gold 5230G-001 watch is a model you can't take your eyes off. The watch features 24 time zones that can be seen around the dial.

This might be one of the few watch dials from Patek that is even more intriguing than the see-through case back itself.

Specifications:

• 24 time zones
• day/night indication for the 24 time zones
• Case Diameter: 38.5mm 
• Vibrations/hour: 21 600 (3 Hz)
• White gold case
• Sapphire-crystal case back
• Alligator strap with square scales, hand-stitched, shiny black. Fold-over clasp.

 

 

 

10. PATEK PHILIPPE 5738R-001 Golden Ellipse Automatic Black Dial Watch

 

The PATEK PHILIPPE 5738R-001 Golden Ellipse watch is maybe the most surprising model from our list since it is one of the least known Patek Philippe watch models. While everybody is looking for the hottest, biggest and most show-off watch models, this is a lesson for subtlety and classic design.

The 18kt gold case and the simple black dial, no date, no Arabic numerals or second hand make this Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse one of the simplest watches you will ever come across. 

 

Specifications:

• 39.5 mm 18k Rose Gold Case
• Sapphire Crystal
• Patek Philippe Calibre 240 Automatic Movement
• 30 meters / 100 feet Water-Resistant.

 

 

 

We hope you have enjoyed our picks for the Top 10 Best Patek Philippe Watches available out there, and we invite you to browse through our other articles in our BLOG section right here.

Whether you are in search of a luxurious Patek Philippe watch to add to your collection, or simply want to learn more about them, you should know that the Swiss watch manufacturer is a name to be respected, and one of the highest contributors in the history of watchmaking.

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