When did the Patek 3700 come out?
Offered here today is an example of the reference that laid down the foundation for the Nautilus lineage as we know it: the Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700. Produced from 1976 to 1990 in various metals and configurations, the 3700 established the core identity of the model and set the stage for everything that followed. The original Patek Philippe Nautilus Patek Philippe introduced the Nautilus in 1976 with this reference 3700/1A. This was a bold watch by any measure, from its “Jumbo” 40mm diameter (42mm from ear to ear), strong integrated bracelet design, and — last but certainly not least — an eye-watering US$3,100 price.The Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800 fits outstandingly well on a smaller to medium size wrists. Now, for those with larger wrists, it is a Patek Philippe Nautilus after all, so it has the seriousness to handle a larger wrist.
When was the Patek 3800 discontinued?
The Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3800 was launched in 1981 and discontinued in 2006. The model was the first evolution of the original 1976 Nautilus 42 mm. Jumbo’ reference 3700. In the early years of Nautilus production, not all Patek Philippe customers were ready to wear such a large (for the time) wristwatch. Which is the cheapest Patek Philippe Nautilus? The most affordable variants of the Patek Philippe Nautilus that you can buy on Chrono24 are predominantly older ladies’ watch models such as the reference 4700/1. This quartz watch costs around 22,183 USD in good used condition.When it comes to pricing, Rolex watches tend to be more accessible compared to Patek Philippe, especially for entry-level models. A Patek Philippe watch can easily cost several lakhs or more, especially for models with advanced complications.The Patek Philippe 3800 price point typically starts around $30,000, although certain references and rarer models often yield higher price tags. Additionally Nautilus 3800 watches with their original factory boxes and papers are generally worth much more.The absolute floor price for a Patek Philippe is typically found in the vintage quartz-powered ladies’ collection, which can be acquired on the secondary market for as low as $12,000 to $15,000. For a men’s mechanical watch, the floor is around $18,000 for specific vintage Calatrava models.