
Patek Philippe is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its iconic Nautilus watch with a new collection unveiled at Watches and Wonders 2026. The collection reimagines the bold Nautilus design of the 1970s with three slim, new wristwatches crafted from platinum and white gold, plus a striking desk clock inspired by the original 1976 model. A key feature of the anniversary pieces is a simplified design – the date window has been removed to highlight the beauty of the blue dial with its horizontal embossed pattern. The flagship model is a 38mm watch made entirely of platinum, featuring a diamond at the 9 o’clock position and a remarkably thin 6.9mm profile. It’s paired with a matching platinum bracelet and a secure, adjustable clasp. Two 41mm “Jumbo” versions in white gold also join the lineup. One has a traditional metal bracelet, while the other breaks from the norm with a navy blue composite strap featuring a textured pattern and cream stitching. Both white gold watches are equally slim at 6.9mm, thanks to the Caliber 240 movement – a self-winding mechanism introduced in 1977. This movement includes a unique 22K gold rotor engraved with “50 1976 – 2026” to commemorate the anniversary. Completing the collection is a 50.7mm desk clock in white gold. It boasts a blue embossed dial with diamond hour markers and is powered by a manually wound movement that runs for 8 days. The back of the clock features a gold Calatrava cross and a commemorative engraving, connecting the watchmaker’s artistry with its seafaring roots.