{"product_id":"patek-philippe-aquanaut-38mm-steel-5065-1a-001-black-dial-jul-1999","title":"Patek Philippe Aquanaut 38mm Steel 5065\/1A-001 Black Dial Jul 1999","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePatek Philippe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e5065\/1A-001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAquanaut 38mm Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e301XXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAutomatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSapphire Crystal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSteel Bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaper Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eJuly 1, 1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHRONONATION SKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePP0408-02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Aquanaut ref. 5065\/1A-001\u003c\/strong\u003e is a landmark expression of the maison's more casual, sport-inspired sensibility, blending the unmistakable refinement of Geneva's most prestigious manufacture with a bold, contemporary aesthetic. Crafted entirely in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003e38mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e features the Aquanaut's signature rounded octagonal bezel and horizontally embossed caseback, establishing it as one of the most distinctive and desirable references in the collection's storied history. Introduced in the late 1990s, the 5065\/1A represents an early chapter of the Aquanaut lineage—making it a particularly compelling piece for the serious collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dial of this example presents a deeply striking \u003cstrong\u003eblack embossed dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, rendered in Patek Philippe's signature tropical-inspired relief pattern—a geometric cross-hatch texture that plays beautifully with light and gives the watch its unmistakable visual identity. Luminous Arabic numerals and hands in white gold ensure effortless legibility, while the date aperture at 3 o'clock adds practical functionality without interrupting the dial's clean, architectural composition. The combination of the rich black surface and polished hour markers delivers a timeless elegance that reads equally well dressed up or down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowering the 5065\/1A-001 is the \u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe caliber 315 SC\u003c\/strong\u003e, a finely finished \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic movement\u003c\/strong\u003e endowed with a central rotor and the hallmark Gyromax balance wheel, delivering exceptional chronometric precision and the hallmark reliability associated with Patek Philippe's in-house manufacture. The movement is elaborately finished to the exacting standards of the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eGeneva Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring every component—whether visible or hidden—meets the highest standards of horological craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented on its original \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e with the Aquanaut's integrated link design, this reference wears with a confident, sporty elegance that remains as relevant today as it was at its introduction. This example presents in \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and is accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003e1999 papers\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering exceptional provenance for a reference of this generation. As one of the earlier steel Aquanaut references—predating the modern 5167A—the 5065\/1A-001 occupies a uniquely collectible position in the market, increasingly sought by enthusiasts who appreciate the heritage and rarity of first-generation Aquanaut examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery CHRONONATION purchase comes with the benefits of our \u003cstrong\u003eElevated Service Program\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to give you confidence, protection and a seamless luxury experience:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext-day insured delivery anywhere in the United States, ensuring your timepiece arrives quickly and safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn extended 3-year CHRONONATION warranty offering extended protection and long-term peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary, professionally prepared appraisal suitable for insurance documentation, created by our certified specialists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested, feel free to request a video via text at \u003ca href=\"sms:6464909300\"\u003e646-490-9300\u003c\/a\u003e or to view it in person, please visit us at our showroom in Midtown NYC, located at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HxU1nShf1AsaB4Sd8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20 West 47th Street, Suite #701B\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHRONONATION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53920782287147,"sku":"PP0408-02","price":64000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/5152\/0820\/files\/Patek_Philippe_Aquanaut_38mm_Steel_5065_1A-001_Black_Dial_Jul_1999-2.jpg?v=1782396932","url":"https:\/\/www.chrononation.com\/products\/patek-philippe-aquanaut-38mm-steel-5065-1a-001-black-dial-jul-1999","provider":"CHRONONATION","version":"1.0","type":"link"}