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Patek Philippe, Ref. 4960A, Stainless Steel 'Aquanaut' Watch

Partially verified

Catalogued as Lot 23 by Freeman's, this Patek Philippe 'Aquanaut' wristwatch (Reference 4960A) dates to circa the 2000s and is constructed in stainless steel with a case size of approximately 28 mm. The black textured dial features Arabic numerals, a perimeter minute track with luminous block indices, and a date display at the 3 o'clock aperture. According to the auction house, the piece is powered by the quartz caliber E19C, numbered 1533587, with case serial number 4107686 stamped inside the case back. It is mounted on a black rubber strap with a stainless steel foldover clasp and originated from the Collection of Sydell Miller.

Front view of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 4960A in stainless steel with black rubber strap
Front view of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 4960A in stainless steel with black rubber strap — Freeman's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe
Reference
4960A
Catalogue / lot identifier
23
Source-reported date
Circa 2000s
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
4107686

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

Construction and Exterior

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 4960A is constructed in stainless steel with a case size of approximately 28 mm. The case features a rounded octagonal design, a brushed bezel, and polished chamfered edges, with a screw-down crown flanked by integrated case crown guards.

The watch is mounted on a black rubber strap with a Patek Philippe stainless steel foldover clasp. The inner case back is marked: 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE SWISS ACIER INOXYDABLE 4107686 4960'. The buckle is inscribed: 'STAINLESS STEEL PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE'.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case size: Approx. 28 mm”
  • “Case material: Steel”
  • “Inner case back: PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE SWISS ACIER INOXYDABLE 4107686 4960.”
  • “Buckle: STAINLESS STEEL PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE.”

Dial and Mechanism

The black dial features a 'grenade' style grid pattern, applied Arabic numerals, luminous block markers, and a white outer minute track. A date display is located at the 3 o'clock aperture.

The watch is powered by a quartz caliber E19C, recorded with movement number 1533587. The auction house stated the watch set and ran at the time of cataloguing but was not tested for timekeeping accuracy or battery longevity.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial: Black”
  • “Movement: PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE 1533587 E19C.”
  • “The watch sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been tested for accuracy or duration of battery life.”

Condition and Provenance

The timepiece dates to the 2000s, within the model's production range of 1998 to 2007. The auction house reports moderate scratching throughout the metal, noting it is consistent with age and use.

The piece originated from the Collection of Sydell Miller. All items are sold 'AS IS,' and the auction house notes that the authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed as repairs and restoration may have occurred.

Evidence for this section
  • “Year: Circa 2000s”
  • “Overall Condition: Moderate scratching throughout metal consistent with age and use.”
  • “Property from the Collection of Sydell Miller”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”

Open research questions

  • Does the movement serial number 1533587 correlate with the production date of case serial number 4107686?
  • What specific repair or restoration history is indicated by the disclaimer regarding the authenticity of individual parts?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Patek Philippe, Ref. 4960A, Stainless Steel 'Aquanaut' Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference4960A“Reference number: 4960A”
Serial Number4107686“Serial number: 4107686”
Movement Number1533587“Movement number: 1533587”
Case SizeApprox. 28 mm“Case size: Approx. 28 mm”
CaliberE19C“Movement: PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE 1533587 E19C.”
ProvenanceCollection of Sydell Miller“Property from the Collection of Sydell Miller”
Gross Weight24.45 dwt“Gross weight: 24.45 dwt.”
Bracelet SizeApprox. 5 5/8 inches“Bracelet size: Approx. 5 5/8 inches”

Visible details

  • Stainless steel rounded octagonal case with brushed bezel and polished chamfered edges
  • Black textured grid-pattern dial with applied Arabic numerals, luminous block markers, and white outer track
  • Date aperture positioned at the 3 o'clock location
  • Tapered black composite/rubber strap with raised grid motif matching the dial texture
  • Screw-down crown flanked by integrated case crown guards

Research qualifications

  • Freeman's reports moderate scratching throughout the metal consistent with age and use.
  • Internal movement caliber, movement number, and inner case back stamps are source-reported and not visible without opening the case.
  • The auction house notes the watch sets and runs at cataloguing but was not tested for timekeeping accuracy or battery longevity.

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

Consulted source

At Auction: Patek Philippe, Ref. 4960A, Stainless Steel 'Aquanaut' Watch

Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record 9d2cb654a9

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