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Patek Philippe · Aquanaut

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5261

Ref. 5261

$72,394
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Case

Diameter
39.9mm
Thickness
10.94mm
Material
rose gold
Water resistance
30m

Movement

Caliber
26-330 S QA LU
Type
Automatic
Power reserve
45h
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

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The Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5261 (ref. 5261) is an automatic watch, with a 39.9mm rose gold case, 10.94mm thick, powered by the 26-330 S QA LU movement and a 45-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 30m. Manufacturer MSRP is $72,394.

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