Designed by Gerald Genta, typically the Patek Philippe Nautilus, as its debut in 1976, features undergone four key periods: foundation, expansion, innovation, in addition to iteration. The core milestones are the initial " Jumbo" model, the 30th-anniversary full-line refresh, and the succession together with the 5711 and 5811, starting its benchmark status throughout luxury sports steel wris****ches.

I. Basic foundation Phase (1976-1990): Pioneering often the Paradigm of Luxury Activities Steel Watches

1976 Ref. 3700/1A: The initial Nautilus, with a 42mm " Jumbo" steel case, a octagonal bezel inspired by means of ship portholes, a flat in a trench fluted dial, the California. 28-255 C movement, the ultra-thin 7. 6mm length, and 120-meter water resistance. The item broke the mainstream involving precious metal dress watches then and was hailed as the actual prototype of the " Ruler of Steel Watches. "

1980 Ref. 4700: Women's quartz type, no date/seconds hand, California. E 19 C mobility, expanding the women's sector.

1981 Ref. 3800: 37. 5 millimeters medium size, Cal. 335 SC automatic movement, using central seconds hand, convenient to more wrist shapes, becoming a long-term mainstay.

1984 Ref. 3900: 33 mm " Son Size" quartz model, California. E 23/51 movement, even more covering the needs of small sizes.

1990: Ref. 3700 and 3800 became the only regular products in the series, establishing an off-the-cuff and elegant positioning.

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II. Extension Interval (1990-2005): Functional Upgrades as well as Size Return

1996 Ref. 3710/1A: Arrived to 42mm, added reserve of power indicator and Roman quantities, improved Cal. 335 SOUTH CAROLINA movement, first time incorporating risks.

1997 Ref. 5060A: 43mm larger different, three-part case, sapphire crystal clear case back, screw-down prized, optional leather strap, boosted water resistance and visibility.

1998 Ref. 3710/1G: White gold version, added WZI winding indicator, improving complex legibility.

june 2006 Ref. 3712/1A: The first unit with three complications (power reserve, moon phase, tip date), produced for only 1 year, became a collector's merchandise.

III. Time period of Innovation (2006-2021): 30th Birthday Complete Renewal, 5711 Extends to Legendary Status

2006 30th Anniversary Important Redesign: Discontinued the old product, introduced 6 new design numbers, establishing the modern friends and family design language:

Ref. 5711/1A: 40mm metallic model, Cal. 324 SOUTH CAROLINA movement (central seconds plus date), blue gradient apaisado fluted dial, becoming the particular series' totem, long really sought after.

Ref. 5712/1A: Power reserve + phase of the moon phase + date, Cal. 324 S QA LU movement, the mainstay connected with complicated functions.

Ref. 5980/1A: The first timepiece, Cal. CH 28-520 T movement, flyback chronograph, the latest benchmark for complicated performs in the series.

2010 Ref. 5726: 12-monthly calendar + moon level function, Cal. 26-330 Nasiums QA LU movement, gas the gap in the 12-monthly calendar category.

2014 Ref. 5990/1A: Dual time zone + flyback time counter, Cal. CH 28-520 C FUS movement, replacing 5980, becoming the most complicated type in the series.

2018 Ref. 5740/1G: The primary perpetual calendar Nautilus, California. 240 Q movement, white gold or platinum, solidifying its flagship condition with complicated functions.

IV. Iteration Time (2022-Present): Classic Farewell and also New Chapter Begin

2022 Ref. 5711/1A: A global sensation, culminating with limited editions with environment friendly and Tiffany blue knobs.

In 2022, Ref. 5811/1G-001 took through: a 41mm white gold unit with the Cal. 324 SOUTH CAROLINA movement, retaining the flat fluted dial with trivial size adjustments to enhance it has the luxurious appeal.

2024-2025: Expanding the range having women's models (such as being the 7118 series), jewelry designs (such as the 5990/1400G), along with material variations to cover considerably more niche needs.

Key Milestones and Core Impacts

Calendar year | Key Event | Key Changes | Sector Impact

1976 | Ref. 3700/1A | First Release | Stainlesss steel Case + Octagonal Porthole Design | Defined a whole new Category of Luxury Sports Metallic Watches

2006 | 30th Anniversary | Complete Series Refresh | New Numbering Systems including 5711/5712/5980 | Established Current Family Language, 5711 Turns into a Top Choice

2022 | 5711 Concluded + 5811 Launched | Size 4041 mm, Content SteelWhite Gold

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Design and Complex Context

Case: Octagonal Bezel + Flat in a trench Fluted Dial + Changing between Polished/Satin Finishes; from 42 mm Jumbo to 37. 5 mm medium measurement, then back to the core 40-41 mm, balancing recognizability and wearability.

Movement: From Cal. 28-255 C to Cal. 324 SC/CH 28-520 C, typically the movement has been progressively advanced with features such as intelligent winding, stop-seconds, date, stop-watch, annual calendar, and everlasting calendar. Complex models usually are highlighted by their quick movement and ultra-thin style and design.

Positioning: Generally adhering to the principle of " casual elegance, " often the movement can be used in various controls including formal, casual, in addition to sporty occasions, making it considered one of Patek Philippe's most established series and influencing the style of subsequent series such as the Aquanaut and Cubitus.