Sell your Patek Philippe Aquanaut in Miami at direct dealer pricing. CJ William at 9573 Harding Avenue in Surfside FL, four minutes from Bal Harbour Shops and the Patek Philippe Boutique in Miami Design District, buys every Aquanaut reference including 5167A steel (discontinued 2022), 5168G white gold, 5167R rose gold, 5164A Travel Time, 5266P Perpetual Calendar, and vintage 5065, 5066. Send photos via WhatsApp (347) 510-0668 for preliminary offer within 24 hours. Same-day settlement via wire, cash, or USDC.
Aquanaut Reference Guide
The Patek Philippe Aquanaut was introduced in 1997 as a modern sport watch positioned below the Nautilus in Patek’s collection. The Aquanaut features a case shaped like a rounded octagon with tropical composite rubber strap. Modern Aquanaut references measure 40mm or 42mm. Complications range from simple time-only to Travel Time (5164A) and Perpetual Calendar (5266P launched 2024). Aquanaut trades at premiums above retail on most references.
Aquanaut Value Curves by Reference
Aquanaut 5167A steel (40mm, discontinued 2022): retail was $22,600, trades $60,000-$85,000 in 2026 secondary market. Aquanaut 5168G white gold (42mm): retail around $55,000, trades $95,000-$145,000. Aquanaut 5167R rose gold (40mm): retail around $50,000, trades $65,000-$95,000. Aquanaut 5167A-001 black dial (most common): baseline pricing. Aquanaut 5167A-010 white dial: 5-15% premium. Aquanaut 5167A-012 blue dial (discontinued 2019): $85,000-$135,000 due to rarity.
Aquanaut Travel Time 5164A
The Aquanaut Travel Time 5164A adds a second time zone display to the Aquanaut case. 40.8mm steel case. Retail around $38,000, trades $75,000-$105,000 in 2026 secondary market. Blue dial 5164A-001 baseline. Green dial 5164A limited variants command 15-25% premium.
Aquanaut 5266P Perpetual Calendar
The Aquanaut 5266P Perpetual Calendar launched 2024 as the first Aquanaut with grand complication. Platinum case with blue dial. Retail around $115,000. Secondary market $195,000-$285,000. Ultra-thin caliber 240 PS QI L movement.
Vintage Aquanaut References
Vintage Aquanaut 5065/1A (1997-2007, first Aquanaut with 36mm case): $22,500-$42,500. Vintage Aquanaut 5066/1A mid-size (2007-2010): $28,500-$52,500. Vintage Aquanaut 5064/1A ladies size 33mm (2000-2010): $18,500-$32,500. Vintage Aquanaut 5065G yellow gold (2000-2007): $32,500-$58,500. First Series 5065/1A (1997-2000) with cross-hatched dial pattern trades $28,500-$48,500.
Aquanaut Luce Ladies References
Aquanaut Luce 5067A ladies steel (35.6mm): retail around $25,000, secondary market $32,500-$52,500. Aquanaut Luce 5267A steel with diamond bezel: $45,500-$65,500. Aquanaut Luce 5068G white gold with diamond bezel: $65,500-$95,500. Aquanaut Luce 5069R rose gold: $55,500-$85,500. Second-generation Aquanaut Luce introduced 2019.
Aquanaut vs Nautilus Comparison
The Aquanaut positions below the Nautilus in Patek’s collection hierarchy but shares similar sport-watch DNA. Nautilus uses integrated bracelet with tapisserie dial pattern. Aquanaut uses tropical composite rubber strap with distinctive checkered dial pattern. Nautilus 5711/1A traded significantly higher than Aquanaut 5167A during their concurrent production. However, discontinued Aquanaut 5167A has appreciated aggressively post-discontinuation (2022), narrowing the gap. Modern white gold Aquanaut 5168G positions similarly to Nautilus 5811/1G in market dynamics.
Aquanaut Authentication at CJ William
Our Aquanaut authentication process includes: movement caliber verification (caliber 26-330 S C for 5167 and 5168, caliber 26-330 S C FUS for 5164A Travel Time, caliber 240 PS QI L for 5266P Perpetual Calendar), Extract from the Archives available direct from Patek Philippe ($189, takes 4-6 weeks), case reference and serial number verification, hallmark inspection on precious metal references, dial signature and font analysis, strap authentication, and hand configuration verification. Authentication takes 60-90 minutes for standard references, longer for complications.
Aquanaut Market Trend Analysis 2026
2026 Aquanaut secondary market trends: Discontinued 5167A steel stabilized at $60,000-$85,000 after 2022 discontinuation initially pushed to $95,000+. 5168G white gold appreciating (up 6-10% YoY). 5167R rose gold stable. 5164A Travel Time stable to modestly appreciating. 5266P Perpetual Calendar trading at strong premium above retail. Vintage 5065 first-generation Aquanaut appreciating (up 8-12% YoY). Discontinued dial variants commanding specialist premium.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Your Aquanaut
How much is my Patek Aquanaut worth in 2026?
Aquanaut value depends on reference, dial, condition, and full set completeness. Discontinued Aquanaut 5167A steel trades $60,000-$85,000. White gold 5168G trades $95,000-$145,000. Rose gold 5167R trades $65,000-$95,000. Travel Time 5164A trades $75,000-$105,000. Platinum Perpetual Calendar 5266P trades $195,000-$285,000. Vintage 5065/1A trades $22,500-$42,500 depending on condition.
Which Aquanaut is worth the most?
Platinum Aquanaut 5266P Perpetual Calendar (2024 launch) is the highest-value production Aquanaut at $195,000-$285,000. Among steel references, discontinued 5167A-012 blue dial commands the highest premium at $85,000-$135,000 due to limited production. White gold 5168G trades $95,000-$145,000.
Where in Miami can I sell my Patek Aquanaut?
CJ William at 9573 Harding Avenue in Surfside FL 33154 buys every Patek Aquanaut reference at direct dealer pricing. Four minutes from Bal Harbour Shops and close to the Patek Philippe Boutique in Miami Design District. Same-day authentication (60-90 minutes standard, 90-180 minutes for complications) with settlement via wire, cash, or USDC. Sun-Fri 11 AM to 5:30 PM.