July 05, 2026
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Nautilus Ref.3710/1A
Year: 2005
Case: 42mm
Material: Steel
Dial: Black
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Date and Power Reserve
Movement: Cal. 330 SC, Automatic
Bracelet/Strap: Integrated steel bracelet
Accessories: Box and Papers Original
Warranty: 24 Months
Introduced in 1998, the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 3710/1A represents one of the most distinctive chapters in the history of the Geneva manufacture’s celebrated sports watch collection. It was the first Nautilus to introduce a complication beyond the date: a power reserve display at 12 o’clock, whose distinctive configuration earned the model its “Comet” nickname among collectors.
Produced exclusively in stainless steel until 2006, the Ref. 3710/1A immediately stands out for its matte black dial, with a smooth surface that dispenses with the characteristic horizontal grooves associated with most Nautilus models. Together with the large applied Roman numerals and the Patek Philippe signature positioned at 6 o’clock, these details give the reference a unique identity within the collection. The 42 mm stainless steel case, measuring approximately 8 mm in thickness, is paired with the signature integrated bracelet, featuring the traditional interplay of brushed and polished surfaces. Inside is the self-winding calibre 330 SC, offering central seconds, a date display and a 48-hour power reserve.
Long overshadowed by more traditional Nautilus references, the 3710/1A has attracted growing attention from collectors in recent years, thanks to its strong personality and a combination of aesthetic and technical characteristics that make it almost unique in the history of the collection.
The example offered here dates from 2005 and comes from the Patek Philippe Salon in Geneva, where it was originally purchased. The watch is complete with its original box and Certificate of Origin.