Patek Philippe Discontinued Models Surge by 13%! What Insights Can We Gain About the Market? Aristo breaks it all down for you!
"Steel Out, Gold Keep!"
Patek Philippe (PP) has once again demonstrated its famous “steel out, gold keep” strategy with its latest discontinued models. Three popular stainless steel watches, 5712/1A-001, 7118/1A-010, and 5167/1A-001, are among the newly retired pieces. With these gone, PP now has fewer than 25 stainless steel models in production, making up just 16% of its entire collection.
The most talked-about model, of course, is the Nautilus 5712/1A, which has been in production for 19 years. Within just one week of the discontinuation announcement, its market price skyrocketed by 13%—a massive jump compared to other discontinued models. If you have read our Nautilus EP, this should come as no surprise. The 5712/1A, often seen as the moonphase sibling of the legendary 5711/1A, features the ultra-thin Caliber 240 movement. This movement uses the Micro Rotor technology, initially developed by Universal Genève in the 1950s, which reduces the rotor size and overall watch thickness. No wonder it’s so highly sought after!
Discussions about the 5712/1A have exploded online, mirroring the frenzy when the 5711/1A was discontinued. Could the 5712/1A follow the same path as 5711/1A – return in a precious metal version? Only time will tell. One thing’s for sure—PP’s stainless steel models are becoming rarer than ever. Keep an eye on current models like the Nautilus 5990/1A-011 (blue dial) and the Lady Nautilus 7118/1A-001 (blue dial) and 7118/1A-011 (grey dial). They could be next to go!
A New Era for the Aquanaut
With the discontinuation of the last metal-bracelet Aquanaut, the 5167/1A, the series has officially entered the “all-rubber-strap era.” Experts believe this is a deliberate move by Patek Philippe to differentiate the Aquanaut from the Nautilus, solidifying its image as a sporty watch. We might even see more gem-set designs like the 5268/461G, bringing fresh energy to the Aquanaut lineup.
What to Expect at Watches & Wonders 2025?
The discontinuation of several 40-42mm models raises an interesting question: could Patek Philippe prepare to launch new watches in similar sizes at Watches & Wonders 2025? While PP’s latest Cubitus model shows a shift toward more prominent cases (45mm), it’s clear that the brand isn’t abandoning classic sizes just yet.
It’s also worth noting that two ultra-complicated watches were part of this year’s discontinued lineup: the Grand Complication 5208R-001 (minute repeater and perpetual calendar) and the Split-Seconds Chronograph 5370P-011. With production cycles of just 5 and 7 years respectively, their early discontinuation suggests that Patek Philippe might be clearing space for exciting new releases.
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