Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712/1A-001
What is the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712/1A-001?
The 5712/1A-001 is the complicated steel Nautilus: a 40 mm stainless steel case, 8.52 mm thick, on the integrated steel Nautilus bracelet with a deployant clasp. The dial is the horizontally embossed black-blue gradient Nautilus dial, and its layout is deliberately asymmetrical. In one dial it combines a power reserve indicator, a pointer date, a moon phase display, and a small seconds subdial.
All of that runs on Patek Philippe calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, a self-winding movement with 29 jewels and a power reserve of up to 48 hours, visible through the sapphire case back. The caliber's initials are its own table of contents: small seconds, power reserve indication, date, and moon phases. The store's listing data records water resistance of 60 metres for the reference, a rating worth respecting on a watch whose moon phase corrector sits in the case flank.
Quick facts
- The 5712/1A-001 is the complicated steel Nautilus, 40 mm and 8.52 mm thick.
- One dial combines a power reserve indicator, a pointer date, a moon phase display, and a small seconds subdial.
- It uses Patek Philippe calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, with a power reserve of up to 48 hours.
- The suffix is the tell: 5712/1A means steel on the steel bracelet, and -001 is the blue gradient dial.
At a glance: specifications
| Case size and material | 40 mm stainless steel case, 8.52 mm thick |
|---|---|
| Movement / calibre | Patek Philippe calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, self-winding, 29 jewels |
| Power reserve | Up to 48 hours |
| Water resistance | 60 metres |
| Bracelet / strap | Integrated steel Nautilus bracelet with a deployant clasp |
Which variants are there, and how do you tell them apart?
The suffix is the tell. 5712/1A means steel on the steel bracelet, and the blue gradient dial of the -001. The same model exists in precious metal on a strap: the store also lists the 5712G-001 in 18k white gold with a slate grey dial, on a leather strap with a deployant clasp. Same caliber, same complications, different metal, dial, and wearing proposition, and the reference on the Certificate of Origin separates them at a glance. If a listing says 5712 without the suffix, ask which one it is before you price it.
| Full reference | Case metal | Dial | Bracelet / strap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5712/1A-001 | Stainless steel | Black-blue gradient | Integrated steel Nautilus bracelet, deployant clasp |
| 5712G-001 | 18k white gold | Slate grey | Leather strap, deployant clasp |
What should you check before buying a 5712?
- The full reference including its suffix, matched against the metal, dial, and bracelet or strap in front of you.
- That the set is complete for that reference.
- On a 5712/1A-001, the setting pin: it is the tool the moon phase and date correctors take, and its presence is one of the small completeness checks worth making on any example of this reference.
A complete set for the 5712/1A-001 is:
- Outer box
- Inner presentation box
- Booklets
- Hangtag
- Setting pin
- Certificate of Origin
For the 5712G-001, the corresponding set is the outer box, inner box, and Certificate of Origin.
How do you buy from The Stellaris Collection?
Examples of this reference and of the white gold 5712G-001 are listed on our site, and other examples can be sourced on request.
Warranty: while a manufacturer warranty is in force it applies; a watch out of manufacturer warranty carries a 1-year warranty from The Stellaris Collection. Purchases are completed directly with our team, by invoice, with payment by bank wire. Email info@thestellariscollection.com or call (213) 444-0926. By appointment only. We are an independent dealer, not an authorized Patek Philippe retailer.
Frequently asked questions
What complications does the Nautilus 5712/1A-001 have?
In one dial it combines a power reserve indicator, a pointer date, a moon phase display, and a small seconds subdial.
What movement does the 5712/1A-001 use?
It uses Patek Philippe calibre 240 PS IRM C LU, a self-winding movement with 29 jewels and a power reserve of up to 48 hours.
What is the difference between the 5712/1A-001 and the 5712G-001?
They share the same caliber and complications. The 5712/1A-001 is steel on the steel bracelet with a blue gradient dial; the 5712G-001 is 18k white gold with a slate grey dial on a leather strap.
Why does the setting pin matter on a 5712?
The setting pin is the tool the moon phase and date correctors take, so its presence is one of the small completeness checks worth making on any example of this reference.
What should a complete set for the 5712/1A-001 include?
A complete set is the outer box, inner presentation box, booklets, hangtag, setting pin, and Certificate of Origin.
