Patek Philippe Discontinues Nautilus Moonphase 5712A: End of an Era

Patek Philippe Discontinues the Nautilus Moonphase 5712A: End of an Era

In February 2025, news broke that Patek Philippe had quietly discontinued the iconic Nautilus Moonphase reference 5712A from its collection. The stainless steel model, a collector favourite for nearly two decades, was removed from the brand's website, marking the end of an era for one of the most beloved elegant sports watches ever made.

The History of the 5712A

The Nautilus Moonphase 5712A was first introduced in 2006 as part of the collection's 40th anniversary celebration. It was not entirely a new model but rather an evolution of the short-lived Nautilus 3712/1A, launched in 2005. Both watches share the same display with moonphase, date, small seconds, and power reserve, though the 5712 introduced the revised case design with rounded lateral guards.

Over its nearly 20-year production run, the 5712A remained remarkably unchanged aside from the introduction of the Patek Seal in 2009 for the movement. The stainless steel case measures 40mm in diameter with a thickness of 8.52mm, housing the micro-rotor Calibre 240.

The Discontinuation Announcement

The news dropped over the weekend on social media, with Instagram accounts such as @wristcheck reporting that the reference was no longer listed on Patek Philippe's website. While the brand did not make an official announcement, this pattern has been observed in previous discontinuations.

The 5712A featured a gradient blue dial with horizontal grooves—classic for steel Nautilus watches—and its display with rather oddly-positioned complications gave the watch incredible charm that collectors adored.

Other Discontinued Models in 2025

The Nautilus Moonphase was not the only significant discontinuation. Patek Philippe also removed several other models from its portfolio:

• Aquanaut 5167/1A-001 – The steel Aquanaut on a steel bracelet was discontinued, though the rubber strap version remains available
• Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G – The white gold model that initiated the Calatrava Pilot collection in 2015
• Split-Seconds Chronograph 5370P-011 – The blue dial version
• Grande Complication 5208R – Minute repeater, perpetual calendar, chronograph
• Nautilus 5719/10G-010 – Full diamond white gold Nautilus in 40mm
• Nautilus 7118/1A-010 – Mid-size steel Nautilus 35mm with white dial

What Comes Next?

Industry analysts speculate on several scenarios for the Nautilus Moonphase's future. The most likely outcome, following the pattern established with the 5711, is the introduction of a successor—potentially a white gold edition dubbed 5812G with a rich blue dial. Another possibility is a new version equipped with the same movement as the Cubitus 5822P, the Instantaneous Grand Date, Day and Moon Phases calibre.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the Nautilus Moonphase 5712A officially discontinued? While Patek Philippe has not made an official announcement, the reference has been removed from the brand's website, confirming its discontinuation.
• Will there be a replacement for the 5712A? Based on Patek Philippe's previous patterns, a successor is highly likely, possibly in white gold or with updated complications.
• How long was the 5712A in production? The Nautilus Moonphase 5712A was produced from 2006 to early 2025, approximately 19 years.

According to Monochrome Watches, the discontinuation of the 5712A represents a significant moment in Patek Philippe's strategy, as the brand continues to evolve its most iconic collections.

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