Patek Philippe Celebrates 50 Years of the Nautilus With New Collection at Watches & Wonders 2026
Revealed alongside the bold Cubitus and masterful Grand Complications.
Patek Philippe is celebrating half a century of its most provocative icon, the Nautilus, at Watches & Wonders 2026 with a new collection. Fifty years after its 1976 debut as the “enfant terrible” of luxury horology, the collection enters a new era of “essentialist” refinement. This anniversary roundup highlights three ultra-thin masterpieces in platinum and white gold, most notably removing the date window to honor the purity of the iconic horizontally embossed blue dial. Beyond the Nautilus, Patek’s technical mastery shines through the avant-garde Cubitus Perpetual Calendar and the poetic Automaton, proving the brand remains the undisputed master of high complications.
Nautilus 5610/1P, 5810/1G, 5810G, 958G
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Patek Philippe Nautilus with a collection launched at Watches and Wonders 2026, which revisits the “enfant terrible” of the 1970s with three new ultra-thin wristwatches in platinum and white gold, alongside a spectacular desk watch that pays homage to the original 1976 design. The centerpiece of the anniversary lineup focuses on an “essentialist” approach, removing the date window to prioritize the purity of the horizontally embossed blue sunburst dial. Leading the collection is a 38mm reference crafted entirely from platinum. This model features the characteristic diamond set at the 9 o’clock position on the case flank and maintains a remarkably slim profile of 6.9mm. The watch is paired with a matching platinum bracelet and utilizes a patented fold-over clasp with a lockable adjustment system. Accompanying the platinum model are two “Jumbo” iterations measuring 41mm in white gold. One version arrives on a traditional integrated metal bracelet, while the other marks a departure for the core collection by featuring a navy blue composite strap with a textile pattern and cream stitching. Both white gold models share the same ultra-thin 6.9mm thickness, achieved through the use of the Caliber 240. This self-winding movement, which debuted just one year after the Nautilus in 1977, features a 22K gold off-center mini-rotor engraved with the “50 1976 – 2026” anniversary inscription. The collection is rounded out by a technical novelty in the form of a 50.7mm white gold desk watch. This piece features a blue embossed dial with baguette-diamond hour markers and is powered by a manually wound 8-day caliber. The case back is adorned with a gold Calatrava cross applique and a commemorative engraving, bridging the gap between high horology and the brand’s nautical heritage.
Grand Complications 6105G-001
Patek Philippe
Blending avant-garde design cues with traditional high horology, the latest offering reimagines the celestial motif through a distinct, space-faring aesthetic. Crafted from white gold, the 47mm case features contrasting polished and sandblasted finishes that evoke the exterior of space modules. This futuristic pattern extends to the case flanks and the solid caseback, delivering an industrial yet luxurious visual. At the forefront, the spectacular sapphire-crystal dial displays the exact configuration of the sky in the northern hemisphere, framing the specific portion of the stars and moon visible from Geneva. Skeletonized, white varnished hands indicate the time, while a red varnished hand points to the date positioned on a peripheral disk. Powering the timepiece is the self-winding 240 C LU CL LCSO caliber, equipped with a 22K gold minirotor. This intricate movement boasts mechanisms for displaying sunrise and sunset times, alongside a summer and winter time correction feature. The complex architecture of the caliber resulted in six pending patent applications and offers a power reserve of up to 48 hours. Rounding out the design is an integrated black composite strap detailed with an X-shaped pattern and secured by a patented fold-over clasp.
Grand Complications 5322G-001, 5322G-010
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Patek Philippe
This official release highlights the Swiss manufacturer’s continued mastery in combining refined aesthetics with highly intricate mechanical functionality. The centerpiece of the new timepiece is a textured, lacquered navy blue dial framed by a black-gradient rim. Applied numerals and syringe-shaped hands, both constructed from white gold and treated with a white luminescent coating, provide optimal legibility against the dark background. At six o’clock, a date subdial is seamlessly integrated into the display alongside a digital alarm interface. This alarm system allows for intuitive setting in 15-minute increments and features dedicated apertures for the on/off indication and day/night tracking. Encasing the dial is a 41mm white gold structure that carries a water resistance of 30 meters. The caseband, skeletonized lugs, and pusher are intricately guilloched with a classic hobnail pattern. Underneath the sapphire crystal caseback sits the self-winding AL 30-660 S C caliber. With 524 individual components and a 21K gold central rotor, this movement powers the signature 24-hour alarm function, utilizing a single hammer to strike a traditional gong. Holding four patents for the alarm alone, it stands as the only Patek Philippe water-resistant chiming watch.
Cubitus 5840P-001
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe’s Grand Complication Cubitus arrives as a striking platinum timepiece that merges advanced technical horology with an unconventional square-shaped design. The new addition marks a major milestone for the manufacturer by housing a perpetual calendar within this distinct geometric collection. Constructed with a substantial 45mm diagonal platinum case, the latest Cubitus exhibits alternating polished and satin finishes that emphasize its rounded edges and geometric architecture. A screw-down crown ensures a 30-meter water resistance, while a single baguette-cut diamond rests precisely at six o’clock on the bezel. This luxurious framing complements the intricate openworked sunburst blue dial, defined by a distinct horizontal line pattern. Laser-cut strips and applied white gold baton-style hour markers treated with a luminescent coating add deep dimensional contrast. Snailed counters with transfer-printing and a high-definition metallized moon phase indicator complete the highly legible display. The watch operates on a sophisticated ultra-thin self-winding skeletonized movement composed of 313 individual parts and 27 jewels. A transparent sapphire crystal case back exposes the square-shaped caliber, revealing rhodium-plated openworked bridges alongside transparent jewels and traditional blued screws. Energy is generated by an engraved off-center micro-rotor crafted from yellow gold, intricately detailed with a horizontal pattern and a Calatrava cross filled with blue varnish. Stamped with the prestigious Patek Philippe Seal and utilizing advanced Gyromax and Spiromax components, the complex mechanism tracks the day, date, month, leap year, and a 24-hour cycle. The aesthetic is securely fastened by a navy blue composite strap featuring a textured fabric pattern, contrasting cream stitching, and a platinum fold-over clasp.
Complications 5249R-001
Patek Philippe
The Patek Philippe Complications Automaton arrives as a highly intricate, narrative-driven timepiece marking the Manufacture’s first automaton wristwatch in its contemporary history. Drawing direct inspiration from a 1958 Louis Cottier pocket watch design, the new release merges masterful storytelling with elite mechanical engineering. Crafted with a fully polished 43mm Officer-style rose gold case, the timepiece is defined by its ornate Matara brown opaline dial. The watch face transforms into a detailed horological fable, starring applied gold “fox” and “crow” figures accented by hand-engraved foliage. A pusher located at the two o’clock position activates the complex on-demand retrograde indication for hours and minutes, driving the intricate mechanical automaton sequence. A decorative small seconds dial sits subtly at six o’clock, anchored by a central diamond to indicate the movement’s active state. The mechanical theater is powered by the self-winding caliber 31-260 PS HMD AU. Comprising 267 individual parts and 28 jewels, the movement features an off-center platinum minirotor and a power reserve ranging from 38 to 48 hours. Protected by a dust cover equipped with an invisible hinge, a sapphire crystal caseback provides an unobstructed view of the prestigious Patek Philippe Seal-stamped movement. A shiny chocolate brown alligator leather strap with square scales and a patented rose gold triple-blade fold-over clasp completes the elevated aesthetic.
Grand Complications 7047G-001
Patek Philippe
The Patek Philippe Grand Complications Minute Repeater arrives as a striking white gold timepiece that merges traditional chiming mechanisms with a highly contemporary urban aesthetic. Constructed with a refined 38mm polished white gold case, the latest minute repeater makes a bold statement through its complex dial design. The solid gold dial plate is finished in navy blue and features a distinct “carbon” pattern embossed directly at the center. Three distinct finishing techniques—a snailed inner minute scale, a circular satin-finished hour circle, and a sunburst outer minute scale—create profound depth. This structural base is accented by white gold applied numerals and baton-style hands, all treated with a white luminescent coating. Vibrant orange details deliver an energetic punch, appearing on the varnished small seconds hand, transfer-printed triangle hour-markers, and the contrasting stitching of the navy blue composite fabric-patterned strap. The watch operates on the formidable self-winding R 27 PS caliber, composed of 327 intricately finished parts and 39 jewels. A transparent sapphire crystal case back exposes the mechanical architecture, showcasing a 22K gold guilloched off-center minirotor and the elaborate minute repeater that chimes on two classic gongs. Utilizing advanced Gyromax and Spiromax components, the movement ensures rigorous timekeeping while offering a power reserve of up to 48 hours. Protected against humidity and dust, this meticulously crafted timepiece fastens securely with a traditional white gold prong buckle.
Grand Complications 5270P-014, 5270P-015, 5270P-016, 5270P-017
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The Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5270P collection receives a vibrant contemporary update, introducing a series of lacquered gradient dials to its platinum flagship. This quartet of timepieces reinforces Patek Philippe’s mastery of the perpetual calendar chronograph, blending a sporty, modern aesthetic with the Manufacture’s most prestigious mechanical architecture. Each reference in this updated lineup is crafted with a 41mm entirely polished platinum case, distinguished by a concave bezel and two-tier lugs. The new iterations are defined by their lacquered sunburst dials, which feature a black-gradient rim for increased visual depth. The palette includes a vivid emerald green (014), a sophisticated charcoal gray (015), a deep navy blue (016), and a bold lacquered red (017). Across all models, white gold faceted “obus”-style hour markers and dauphine hands provide a sharp contrast, framed by a crisp white-printed tachymeter scale. The dial layout remains a masterclass in legibility, hosting day and month apertures at twelve o’clock, a date hand and moon phase display at six o’clock, and dedicated circular windows for leap-year and day/night indications. Under the hood, these models are powered by the manually wound caliber CH 29-535 PS Q. Comprising 456 parts, this movement is celebrated for its traditional column-wheel architecture paired with six patented chronograph-related innovations. The movement is visible through a sapphire crystal case back, showcasing the Patek Philippe Seal and meticulous hand-finishing. While the green dial variant (014) is traditionally paired with a shiny black alligator strap, the gray, blue, and red editions (015, 016, 017) shift toward a modern aesthetic with black composite straps featuring fabric patterns and color-matched stitching. All four models are secured by a platinum fold-over clasp.
Grand Complications 5204G-010
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The Patek Philippe Grand Complications Split-Seconds Chronograph ref. 5204G-010 arrives as a sophisticated evolution of a true watchmaking classic. By pairing the luster of a white gold case with a modern olive green gradient dial, the Manufacture provides a fresh, “urban” aesthetic to one of its most complicated and sought-after mechanical movements. Built with a 40 mm white gold case, this model is entirely hand-polished and features the collection’s signature concave bezel and two-tier lugs. The olive green sunburst dial serves as the focal point, transitioning into a black-gradient periphery. White gold applied hour markers and faceted dauphine hands—all treated with luminescent coating—ensure visibility in all conditions. The dial architecture remains balanced despite its complexity, featuring day and month apertures at 12 o’clock and a date subdial at 6 o’clock that integrates a high-precision moon phase display. Small seconds and an instantaneous 30-minute counter sit at the 9 and 3 o’clock positions, respectively, flanked by small circular apertures for day/night and leap-year indications. The technical heart of the 5204G-010 is the manually wound caliber CHR 29-535 PS Q. This movement is a masterpiece of traditional architecture, featuring two column wheels and a horizontal clutch system alongside seven patented innovations. The split-seconds (rattrapante) function allows for the measurement of intermediate times via the pusher integrated into the crown and the additional pusher at 10 o’clock. Visible through a sapphire crystal case back, the movement showcases the Patek Philippe Seal, with every component meticulously beveled and polished by hand. The timepiece is paired with a shiny olive green alligator leather strap featuring turquoise stitching and a white gold fold-over clasp.
Grand Complications 5236P-011
Patek Philippe
The centerpiece of the Ref. 5236P-011 is its rose-gilt opaline dial, which is distinguished by a fine vertical satin finish. Legibility is optimized through the use of charcoal gray white gold applied hour markers and faceted baton-style hands. The dial’s signature feature remains the panoramic in-line display at 12 o’clock, which presents the day, date, and month on a single plane using four rotating discs. This layout is complemented by two small round apertures for the leap year cycle and day/night indication, while the moon phase display is integrated into the small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. Technical prowess is provided by the Caliber 31-260 PS QL, a self-winding movement featuring a recessed platinum micro-rotor to maintain a slim profile. The architecture includes high-performance components such as a Silinvar® Spiromax® balance spring and is supported by three patents for the calendar mechanism. The 41.3mm case is crafted entirely from 950 platinum and is hand-polished to a mirror finish, marked by a signature diamond set into the case flank at the 6 o’clock position.
Complications 5396R-016
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe has introduced a refined aesthetic to its Complications line with the Ref. 5396R-016 Annual Calendar. Merging the warmth of 18K rose gold with a deep blue-gradient dial, this iteration serves as a masterclass in modern horological elegance while maintaining the brand’s signature technical precision. The watch’s 38.5mm case is crafted from hand-polished rose gold, providing a stark contrast to the new sunburst blue dial. This dial is characterized by its black-gradient rim and the inclusion of 12 baguette-cut diamonds serving as hour markers. Functional clarity remains paramount, with day and month apertures positioned at 12 o’clock, a date window at 6 o’clock, and a combined 24-hour indicator and moon phase display at the bottom of the dial. Inside, the timepiece utilizes the Caliber 26-330 S QA LU 24H self-winding movement. This sophisticated engine is designed to automatically distinguish between months of 30 and 31 days, requiring manual intervention only once a year at the end of February. The movement’s intricate finishing, including the 21K gold central rotor, is visible through a sapphire crystal case back. The package is rounded out with a shiny navy blue alligator leather strap and a matching rose gold fold-over clasp.
Complications 7129J-001
Patek Philippe
Shifting from previous interpretations, this new model embraces the classic warmth of 18K yellow gold, pairing it with a sophisticated dial layout that balances high-watchmaking technicality with jewelry-grade aesthetics. The watch is defined by its 31mm yellow gold case, which hosts a bezel set with 68 Top Wesselton Pure diamonds. The dial is a study in texture, featuring a silvery-white face with a distinctive hand-guilloched “checkerboard” motif at its center. Polished yellow gold applied hour markers and “poire” style hands provide a sharp contrast, while the moon phase aperture is integrated into the small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. Beneath the sapphire crystal case back, the manual-winding Caliber 215 PS LU movement is visible, showcasing the brand’s signature finishing and the prestigious Patek Philippe Seal. Despite the inclusion of a complex moon phase complication, the movement allows the watch to maintain a slender profile of just 7.9mm. To complete the look, the maison has paired the piece with a shiny cream alligator leather strap, secured by a yellow gold prong buckle set with an additional 27 diamonds.
Calatrava 5227G-015
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The watch is housed in a 39mm 18K white gold case, notable for its refined curves and the iconic “Officer’s” style case back. This feature includes a hand-fitted hinged dust cover that protects the movement; the hinge itself is engineered to be invisible from the exterior, maintaining the case’s fluid and seamless silhouette. The new sunburst blue dial serves as the standout visual update, featuring a black-gradient rim that adds significant depth to the face. Gold applied hour markers and faceted Dauphine hands provide sharp contrast for legibility, while a discreet date aperture is positioned at 3 o’clock. Beneath the dust cover, the Calatrava is powered by the self-winding Caliber 26-330 S C. This high-performance movement includes a 21K gold central rotor and a stop-seconds mechanism, which allows for precise time synchronization by halting the balance when the crown is pulled. The piece is finished with a shiny navy blue alligator leather strap featuring square scales and a matching white gold prong buckle.
Calatrava 7200/50G-001, 7200/50G-012
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These new additions to the Calatrava collection elevate the classic “Officier” style case with the meticulous application of flinqué enamel, cementing the bridge between high-precision watchmaking and traditional Rare Handcrafts. The new references are primarily distinguished by their dials, which feature a hand-guilloched wave motif visible beneath layers of translucent enamel—a sophisticated technique known as flinqué. The blue-gray hue of the first iteration and the vibrant purple of the second offer distinct moods, yet both are accented by 12 diamond hour markers totaling approximately 0.04 carats. Polished white gold Poire Stuart hands sweep across the textured surfaces, maintaining the collection’s minimalist aesthetic. Housed in a 34.6mm white gold case, the timepieces retain the signature Calatrava profile characterized by straight lugs and screwed-in bars. The exceptionally slim 7.37mm silhouette is made possible by the ultra-thin self-winding Caliber 240. This movement, visible through the sapphire crystal case back, is celebrated for its 22K gold off-center micro-rotor which sits flush with the bridges to reduce thickness. The blue-gray and purple color stories extend to the alligator leather straps, each secured by a matching white gold prong buckle.
Complications 4946G-001
Patek Philippe
This iteration of the brand’s famous calendar mechanism is housed in a lustrous 18K white gold case, blending technical mastery with an aesthetic defined by shimmering diamonds and a striking peacock blue leather accent. The watch is centered around a silvery-white dial featuring a vertical satin finish that provides a textured backdrop for the gold applied numerals. Functionality is prioritized through the Annual Calendar system, which displays the day and month via dedicated hands and the date through an aperture at the 6 o’clock position. This sophisticated complication is designed to recognize months of 30 and 31 days, requiring only one manual correction per year at the end of February. Luxury is amplified by the presence of 155 Top Wesselton Pure diamonds, totaling approximately 1.12 carats, set into the bezel and the crown. Beneath the sapphire crystal case back, the self-winding Caliber 324 S QA LU movement is visible, featuring a 21K gold central rotor and the prestigious Patek Philippe Seal. The timepiece is completed by a shiny peacock blue alligator leather strap with large square scales, secured by a standard prong buckle.
Golden Ellipse 5738G-001, 3738/100G-014
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Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe has officially showcased the enduring appeal of its “golden ratio” design with the white gold Ref. 3738/100G-014 and Ref. 5738G-001 Golden Ellipse models. Originally debuting in 1968, this iconic silhouette continues to bridge the gap between a circle and a rectangle, offering a masterclass in minimalist horology through a lens of monochromatic luxury. The Ref. 3738/100G-014 serves as a contemporary tribute to the original dimensions, featuring a 31.1 x 35.6 mm case crafted from hand-polished white gold. The dial is executed in a unique “blue gold” with a sunburst finish, accented by white gold applied hour markers and slender cheveu-type hands. This combination emphasizes the harmony of the elliptical form without the distraction of additional complications or date windows. For those seeking a bolder presence, the Ref. 5738G-001 represents the “Grand Taille” version of the silhouette, measuring 34.5 x 39.5 mm. This larger iteration is paired with an ebony black sunburst dial on an 18K gold plate, providing a stark, high-contrast aesthetic against the polished white gold frame. Despite the increased surface area, the watch remains remarkably thin with a case height of just 5.9 mm. Both references are powered by the ultra-thin self-winding Caliber 240, which features a recessed 22K gold micro-rotor. This engineering allows the movement to sit flush with the bridges, preserving the slender profile essential to the Golden Ellipse identity. The timepieces are finished with hand-stitched alligator leather straps—navy blue for the Ref. 3738 and black for the Ref. 5738—each secured by a white gold prong buckle that mirrors the case’s distinctive curve.
