Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5650G-001 Advanced Research 41mm Travel Time Blue Dial 18K White Gold
488,736 $
A rare Advanced Research Aquanaut in 18K white gold, featuring Travel Time, a blue dial, and cutting-edge Patek Philippe movement technology.
| Gender |
Male |
|---|---|
| Dial Color |
Blue |
| Size |
41 |
The Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5650G-001 isn’t just another luxury sports watch. This is one of those rare pieces where Patek quietly experiments, refines, and then shows the world what’s possible when tradition meets serious engineering.
At first glance, the 41mm 18K white gold case keeps things familiar. Clean Aquanaut lines, comfortable proportions, nothing loud. Then your eyes land on the blue dial and that’s where the story deepens. Beneath that modern, textured surface sits Patek Philippe’s Advanced Research work, focused on reducing friction and improving long-term accuracy. This isn’t marketing fluff; it’s real watchmaking science applied to a watch meant to be worn.
Advanced Research Meets Travel Time
The heart of this watch is the Caliber 324 S C FUS, equipped with Patek’s Advanced Research innovations, including a flexible Spiromax balance spring. The result is better stability, improved resistance to shocks, and more consistent timekeeping over years of use.
The Travel Time complication is where practicality shines. Two pushers on the left side of the case let you adjust the local hour hand forward or backward in one-hour jumps. Home time stays put. No fuss, no stopping the movement. If you travel often, this feature quietly becomes indispensable.
A Blue Dial That Works, Not Just Shines
Unlike flashy sports watches, the dial of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5650G-001 stays readable in all conditions. Applied white gold numerals, luminous coating, and clear day/night indicators for both time zones keep everything intuitive. It’s designed to be used, not just admired.
Watch Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5650G-001 |
| Case Material | 18K White Gold |
| Case Size | 41 mm |
| Dial | Blue, Embossed |
| Movement | Caliber 324 S C FUS (Self-Winding) |
| Complications | Travel Time, Date, Day/Night Indicators |
| Power Reserve | Approx. 45 Hours |
| Strap | Blue Composite Strap |
| Water Resistance | 120 Meters |
Why the Aquanaut 5650G-001 Matters
This model sits at a crossroads: rare, technically interesting, and unmistakably Patek. It’s not trying to be a hype piece. It’s a watch for collectors who care about what’s happening under the dial just as much as how it looks on the wrist.
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