PATEK PHILIPPE STEEL NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1A, CIRCA 1982

The original Nautilus is now considered an icon of the 1970s and 1980s. With its instantly recognizable, boldly designed case and bracelet, together with its black matte ribbed dial, this unique design is nothing short of wearable art. It is hard to believe that they were once quite difficult to sell when they were originally made due to their ‘shocking’ aesthetic.  Today, however, these groundbreaking watches are appreciated and coveted around the globe. This early first series example features its original black background date and beautifully preserved original dial.

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