Patek Philippe Nautilus Reference 3800/2
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1980s
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThis Patek Philippe Nautilus, reference 3800/2, is a mid-sized wristwatch manufactured in the 1980s. Designed with aesthetics influenced by a ship's porthole, the watch features a 37mm 18-karat yellow gold case and an integrated yellow gold bracelet.
The bezel is set with factory-applied diamonds. The sunburst-patterned dial is also diamond-set. Internally, the watch is powered by a proprietary self-winding automatic movement produced by Patek Philippe. The design incorporates hallmark characteristics of the Genta design language, intended for both sporting and luxury wear. As a mid-sized iteration of the Nautilus series, it is noted for its cohesive integration of case and bracelet geometry, constructed entirely from 18-karat gold with diamond embellishments.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Self-winding wristwatch
- Maker
- Patek Philippe
- Period
- 1980s
- Dial type
- Sunburst pattern with diamonds
- Reference
- 3800/2
- Bezel details
- Factory diamond set
- Case diameter
- 37mm
- Case material
- 18k yellow gold
- Movement type
- Self-winding automatic
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
Design
- Visible features
- • Case and bracelet are constructed from 18-karat yellow gold. • Dial features horizontal sunburst pattern and diamond hour markers. • Bezel is factory-set with a single row of diamonds. • Date aperture is positioned at the 3 o'clock marker.
- Design and Materials
- The Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3800/2 is defined by its 37mm case, crafted from 18-karat yellow gold. Its design architecture, historically attributed to Genta, draws inspiration from a ship's porthole, a motif that characterized the Nautilus family upon its introduction. The watch utilizes an integrated bracelet design, also executed in 18-karat yellow gold, which ensures continuity between the watch head and the wrist attachment. The aesthetic is punctuated by the use of diamonds on the bezel, which are described as factory-applied. The dial, finished with a sunburst pattern, further incorporates diamond hour markers, contributing to the watch's intended visual profile of luxury. The overall construction aims to maintain the recognized ergonomics and proportions associated with the mid-sized Nautilus range.
- Movement and Functionality
- This reference is equipped with a proprietary self-winding movement manufactured internally by Patek Philippe. The automatic caliber drives the hour, minute, and second hands, while providing a date complication through an aperture located at the 3 o'clock position on the dial. The technical specification of the movement aligns with the quality standards maintained by the brand for its Nautilus line.
- Historical Context and Attribution
- The Nautilus 3800/2 represents a mid-sized evolution within the Nautilus family, which gained recognition as a design influence in the 1970s. The provided provenance information indicates production occurred during the 1980s. The information regarding its materials and design origin is presented as an educational reference based on the manufacturer's established record.
Identification
- Reference
- 3800/2
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact year of manufacture within the 1980s is not specified.
- Research required: The claim of 'factory' diamond setting is reported from the source without independent verification.