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Wristwatch · Automatic sports wristwatch

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060A-001

Partially verified

This Patek Philippe reference 5060A-001 is a stainless steel automatic wristwatch from the Aquanaut collection, produced in 1997 according to an accompanying extract from the archives. The cushion-shaped case measures 35.6 mm in diameter and features a brushed bezel alongside polished bevels and crown guards. Its black dial is embossed with a textured grid pattern, displaying Arabic numerals, luminous markers, center seconds, and a date window at the 3 o'clock position. The source records movement number 3'022'510, calibre 330 SC with 30 jewels, and a matching black 'Tropical' rubber strap.

Front view of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060A-001 wristwatch displayed on a nautical chart with rope and carabiner
Front view of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060A-001 wristwatch displayed on a nautical chart with rope and carabiner — Phillips. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.phillips.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic sports wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe
Reference
5060A-001
Catalogue / lot identifier
66
Source-reported date
1997
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
3'022'510

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Exterior Construction

The reference 5060A-001 is a stainless steel wristwatch measuring 35.6 mm in diameter. The cushion-shaped case features a vertically brushed bezel.

The watch is equipped with a black 'Tropical' rubber strap. Although the source listing identifies a Patek Philippe stainless steel deployant clasp as being associated with the lot, this component is not visible in the provided image.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dimensions 35.6mm Diameter”
  • “Material Stainless steel”
  • “Tropical Patek Philippe rubber strap”
  • “Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp”

Dial and Visual Features

The dial displays a grid pattern and is signed. It features Arabic numerals and a date window located at the 3 o'clock position.

In the provided observation, the date aperture shows the numeral 11.

Evidence for this section
  • “Signed Case, dial, movement and clasp signed”
  • “Date window placed at the 3 o'clock position displaying numeral 11”

Mechanical Specifications and Provenance

The watch is powered by the automatic calibre 330 SC with 30 jewels. The movement is recorded as number 3'022'510 and the case as number 4'021'286.

Production is confirmed for 1997 by an accompanying extract from the archives, which also records a sale date of September 15th, 1997.

Evidence for this section
  • “Calibre Automatic, cal. 330 SC, 30 jewels”
  • “Movement No 3'022'510”
  • “Case No 4'021'286”
  • “Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the archives confirming the production of the present timepiece in 1997 and its subsequent sale on September 15th, 1997.”

Open research questions

  • What is the current mechanical condition of the calibre 330 SC movement?
  • Does the provided documentation (Extract from the Archives) explicitly link the specific deployant clasp to this serial number?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5060A-001
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference Number5060A-001“Reference No 5060A-001”
Movement Number3'022'510“Movement No 3'022'510”
Case Number4'021'286“Case No 4'021'286”
CalibreAutomatic, cal. 330 SC, 30 jewels“Calibre Automatic, cal. 330 SC, 30 jewels”
Dimensions35.6mm Diameter“Dimensions 35.6mm Diameter”
Production Year1997“Year 1997”
Water Resistance120 meters“ensuring a waterproof capability of up to 120 meters”

Visible details

  • Grid-embossed black dial with applied Arabic numerals and outer luminous indices
  • Date window placed at the 3 o'clock position displaying numeral 11
  • Black rubber strap with a matching grid-pattern texture
  • Cushion-shaped stainless steel case with vertically brushed bezel top and polished edges

Research qualifications

  • Case back and movement are not visible in the provided image.
  • The deployant clasp mentioned in the source listing is not visible in the photograph.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Patek Philippe Phillips Watches Online: The Geneva Sessions, Fall 2024

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 023d05888a

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