Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5066A-001 – Stainless Steel (Pre-Owned, Automatic)

Offered for sale is a Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5066A-001, a highly collectible first-generation Aquanaut crafted in stainless steel. This reference represents one of the earliest modern sport-luxury Patek Philippe designs and remains one of the most desirable entry points into the brand’s iconic sports lineup.

The watch features the classic black embossed “grenade” dial, luminous Arabic numerals, and the signature Aquanaut tropical composite rubber strap. The 36 mm case offers vintage-correct proportions and excellent everyday wearability, especially appealing to collectors seeking a smaller, original Aquanaut format.

This example is pre-owned and shows visible surface wear consistent with normal use, giving it authentic character while remaining a strong collector piece.

Watch Details

• Brand: Patek Philippe

• Model: Aquanaut

• Reference: 5066A-001

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Case Size: 36 mm

• Dial: Black embossed Aquanaut dial

• Strap: Black tropical composite rubber strap

• Crystal: Sapphire

• Movement: Automatic Patek Philippe Manufacture

• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date

• Condition: Pre-Owned (visible wear — see photos)

Why Collectors Want This Reference

• First-generation Aquanaut

• Discontinued and increasingly scarce

• Classic 36 mm case (highly desirable today)

• Strong long-term collectibility

• True modern Patek Philippe sports icon