5 Patek Philippe Watches with the Strongest Resale Value

In the world of high-end luxury watches, one name consistently stands above the rest in terms of craftsmanship and complications. This name is Patek Philippe.

Patek Philippe watches are synonymous with prestige and quality since their inception in 1839. But apart from this reputation, there’s another thing that makes Patek Philippe watches so good and desirable – it’s their exceptional value retention ability. Or, in other words, you can call it the resilience of their worth.

If ever in the resale market, you wish to sell my Patek Philippe watch, you can even get double its original value, and some pieces can fetch almost a hundred thousand pounds above. This high investment return is due to their exclusivity, excellent craftsmanship and incredibly high-quality material.

According to The Luxury Hut, these are some of the best Patek Philippe watches to invest in at present.

1. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711

It’s perhaps not too surprising to see the hypest of hype watches in this list. The steel Nautilus 5711 with a blue dial is responsible for the watch market’s dramatic rise, selling for many times more than its original retail price and gracing the wrists of many celebrities. Debuting in 2006 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original model, the Nautilus 5711 was an instant hit with collectors and enthusiasts who love its distinctive porthole-shaped 40mm stainless steel case with a wide bezel, integrated bracelet, and impeccable finishing inside and out. It is one of the most desirable watches on the market, whose discontinuation makes it even more exclusive.

2. Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167

Despite Patek’s illustrious history of crafting complicated timepieces, the crowd favourites have proven to be their sport models, and the case in point is the Aquanaut 5167. This is a watch you can wear anywhere and carries all the prestige of the Patek name, both in terms of value and design. With a perfect mix of formal and sporty, the Aquanaut 5167 looks subtle and sophisticated in its 40.8mm stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal case back and a black embossed dial. This watch is on a ‘Tropical’ composite rubber strap, which is decidedly unfussy and keeps it casual. Patek has struck with what works with this one, and its discontinued status makes it a wonderful piece to invest in.

3. Patek Philippe Calatrava 5212A-001

If you are tired of all the sport models on this list, then this Calatrava 5212A-001 is the one for you. With a reputation for taking a fresh approach to the Calatrava, the model features a rare complication on a Patek Philippe watch—the number of the current week, in addition to the date and day. Coming in a round stainless steel case, the silvery opaline dial stands out with its exclusive handwritten-style letters and numerals, and you’ll also notice two calendar hands with striking red tips. Even though the dial here balances a lot of information, it doesn’t look stuffed; instead, it elevates Patek Philippe’s reputation by providing the best of both worlds. Despite its 2019 launch, the Calatrava 5212A-001 is a successful modern reference with a high demand, indicating a strong resale value.

4. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712R-001

The Nautilus 5712R-001 is like the mature older brother to the aforementioned 5711. While the steel Nautilus loves the spotlight, this model is happy to sit back and exude quiet confidence. The Nautilus 5712R-001 takes the iconic Nautilus design and the sportiness of the Ref. 5711, and adds a touch of extra sophistication with a rose gold case. To add further intellect, it incorporates complications such as the moon phase, analogue date, power-reserve indicator, and a small seconds sub-dial. In short, it is a warm interpretation of Gerald Genta’s original idea, which, with its blend of elegance and sportiness, is highly sought-after by collectors. You can easily sell pre-owned Nautilus watches of this stature for a high return.

5. Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164A-001 

A little more complicated than its peer on this list, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164A-001 is more of an elegantly relaxed, contemporary-styled travel watch, distinguished by its exclusive Travel Time mechanism. This version sits compactly in a 40.8mm white gold case and can track more than one time zone. The blue-grey embossed Aquanaut dial has a skeletonised hour hand showing the time in a secondary location as well as day/night indicators for both your home zone and the other place you’re in. The best part? The GMT hand remains hidden beneath the hour hand and becomes visible only when needed. After its 2011 launch, the Aquanaut5164A-001 is often considered one of the brand’s most popular models, known for holding its value pretty well.

End Note

In the world of watchmaking, few names command the enduring value of Patek Philippe, and the models highlighted above are proven assets that consistently perform on the secondary market and will deliver a commendable return when you sell your Patek Philippe.

If you ever choose to sell a pre-owned Patek Philippe, do so with reputable experts who understand the brand’s prestige and the true market to ensure you receive the premium your watch deserves.