Pre-owned Patek Philippe Nautilus: UK prices and what to check
The Nautilus is Patek Philippe's luxury sports watch, also designed by Gérald Genta, with a porthole-shaped case and horizontally embossed dial. Buying one pre-owned in the UK is safest through a marketplace with escrow and authentication; below are the references, what to check on this model, and where to look.
Updated 6 Nov 2026. Watches aren't investments; prices fall as well as rise.
New vs pre-owned
Patek Philippe doesn't publish UK prices online; ask an authorised dealer.
UK pre-owned price index coming soon.
References
| Ref | Made | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5711/1A | 2006–2021 | 40mm, steel, time and date |
| 5811/1G | 2022– | 41mm, white gold, time and date |
Why people buy it
The Nautilus is Patek Philippe's luxury sports watch, also designed by Gérald Genta, with a porthole-shaped case and horizontally embossed dial. The steel 5711/1A was discontinued in 2021, which made it one of the most talked-about watches of the decade.
What to check on a pre-owned Nautilus
- Reference: the steel 5711/1A is discontinued; its successor, the 5811/1G, is white gold. Check exactly which you're being offered.
- Fakes: the Nautilus is widely copied. Buy only through a dealer or marketplace that authenticates, and be very wary of prices well below the market.
- Bracelet: check stretch and the fold-over clasp.
- Polishing: the case's brushed and polished surfaces are easily spoiled by poor refinishing.
- Papers: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, box and service history. Patek can also issue an Extract from the Archives for older pieces.
- Serial: the movement and case numbers on the papers should match the watch.
More on buying safely: our pre-owned guide.
Where to buy
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Questions
How much is a pre-owned Patek Philippe Nautilus in the UK?
It depends on the reference, condition, and whether it has its box and papers. We're building a UK pre-owned price index from authenticated listings; until then, compare like-for-like listings on Chrono24 and eBay's Authenticity Guarantee.
Is it safe to buy a Patek Philippe Nautilus pre-owned?
It can be, if you buy from an authorised pre-owned programme, an established dealer, or a marketplace that holds your money in escrow and authenticates the watch. Check the serial against the papers, ask for service history, and never pay a stranger by bank transfer.
What should I check before buying a used Nautilus?
Reference: the steel 5711/1A is discontinued; its successor, the 5811/1G, is white gold. Check exactly which you're being offered. Fakes: the Nautilus is widely copied. Buy only through a dealer or marketplace that authenticates, and be very wary of prices well below the market. Bracelet: check stretch and the fold-over clasp.
Does a pre-owned Patek Philippe Nautilus hold its value?
Some models have sold above their new price for long spells, but watches aren't investments: prices fall as well as rise. Buy one because you want to wear it.