Reviewing The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph Replica

Reviewing The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph Replica Review

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut watch replica was first launched in 1997 and is one of the latest collections from Patek Philippe since the launch of the Twenty-4 in 1999. Inspired by the Nautilus, it initially appealed to a younger, sportier clientele with its high-quality design and materials, as well as its strong emphasis on durability. We are pleased to introduce the new Patek Philippe Aquanaut chronograph 42.2 mm watch replica 5968A-001, the first of its kind in the brand's chronograph line, as well as a new version of the watch strap.

The Dial

The prestigious brand describes the dial as black, however, that downplays its complex character.  The central portion of the dial exhibits a lighter shade than the areas near its periphery. Moreover, the dial is enriched with a sunray motif and features a series of grooves on its surface. These grooves remind me of a stylised depiction of the earth, featuring lines of latitude and longitude. The resultant vista exudes a sense of luxury.
Baton-style, luminescent hour and minute hands collaborate with Arabic numerals, imparting the prevailing time with clear meaning and notable poise. The applied gold Arabic numerals underscore the contemporary character of the watch. Applied, luminescent indexes sit adjacent the aforementioned Arabic numerals, augmenting readability. Positioned in between each index are succinct white strokes denoting one second integers. Located in between these white strokes are crisp orange lines, marking-off ¼ second intervals. These latter markings prove ideal when using the central chronograph seconds hand to measure elapsed periods.
A date display is positioned at 3 o’clock. The date, sans serifs, is depicted in black against a white background. Some purists may argue that the date disc should match the main dial epidermis and ordinarily I would agree. However, the date display on the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph watch replica 5968A-001 proffers matchless readability, vindicating the Genevan brand’s decision.
Patek, once again, references the rounded octagonal bezel with its large format 60-minute register. Positioned in the lower portion of the dial, the counter employs orange and white markings to eye-catching effect. The generous proportions of the counter facilitate ease of read-off.
Observant readers will note that there is a distinct absence of a running seconds display. The Maison suggests using the central chronograph seconds hand. If this was a modular chronograph the energy consumed by the stopwatch function would impair the accuracy of the hour and minutes display. However, this watch is equipped with a fully integrated chronograph featuring a column wheel and vertical clutch avoiding this potential issue. Indeed, Patek state ‘because this clutch is virtually friction-free, the chronograph hands can also be used as a continuously running seconds hand’.
By eschewing a conventional small seconds display and equipping the dial merely with a date display and 60-minute chronograph register, the dial looks clean and free of clutter.

The Case

The stainless steel case measures 42.2mm in diameter. The rounded octagonal bezel features vertical brush on its upper surface and is enriched with highly polished flanks. Likewise, other surfaces feature either polished or vertically brushed surfaces. The positioning of these two contrasting finishes confers a supremely handsome aesthetic. Patek should be applauded, as to keep both finishes discrete requires much expertise.
With a height of 11.9mm, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph replica could not be described as ultra-thin, however, it is not unwieldy. Indeed, overlooking the bold orange strap, the watch sits unobtrusively on the wrist. Personally, I found the watch sat comfortably on my arm, elevating my affection for the watch even more.
The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph watch replica is equipped with a screw-down crown and is water resistant to 120m. While the crown is used for winding and setting the hours and minutes,  it does not facilitate adjustment of the date display. A stylus is provided with the watch which, in conjunction with a push piece adjacent 8 o’clock, corrects the date.
The watch is supplied on a black composite strap fitted with ‘the new Aquanaut fold-over clasp with four independent catches’. In addition, the brand also supplies the watch with a vibrant, orange composite strap. It is worth noting that the brand recommends that the strap should only changed by an ‘Authorised Patek Philippe Retailer or Authorised Patek Philippe Service Centre’.

The Movement

The dorsal plane of the watch is equipped with a large pane of sapphire crystal, affording views of the self-winding movement. The Caliber CH 28-250 C/528 is a horological thoroughbred. The fully integrated movement was intended to be a chronograph from the outset differentiating it from humbler modular chronographs.
When actuating the chronograph, the central chronograph seconds hand commences its journey without the merest hint of any wobbling. This flawless motion can be attributed to the column wheel and vertical clutch (coupling). Quite simply, nothing usurps an integrated chronograph with a column wheel and vertical clutch.
The Patek Philippe Aquanaut watch replica 5968A-001 features a flyback chronograph. Similar to most chronographs, the pusher at 2 o’clock starts and stops the chronograph, while the pusher at 4 o’clock resets the seconds hand and 60-minute counter. However, the Caliber CH 28-250 C/528 also features a flyback function. If the wearer wishes to time consecutive events, they merely need to press the pusher at 4 o’clock, while the chronograph is operational, and in one step the stopwatch function will halt, reset and start again. The system is incredibly simple to use and by mitigating operator fumbling, the recorded elapsed time will prove more accurate.
Patek Philippe is regarded as one of the finest practitioners of haute horlogerie. Appraising the self-winding movement within this watch validates this reputation. Several bridges and the oscillating weight are adorned with circular Côtes de Genève. Moreover, the mainplate is embellished with perlage and the bridges sport gleaming bevelled edges.
The movement includes the Maison’s Gyromax® balance. Unlike an index assembly or regulator which alters the effective length of the hairspring, the rate of the Gyromax system, or variable-inertia balance, is adjusted by turning inertia-blocks (masselottes).
The problem with an index assembly or regulator is that the hairspring is positioned between two pins which unfortunately nip the spring, impairing isochronism. With the Gyromax system, the hairspring breathes more freely, aiding precision. Furthermore, by positioning the inertia-blocks on the spokes of the balance wheel there is less air turbulence than a screwed balance wheel. By reducing the disruption of the air surrounding the oscillating balance wheel, the precision of the movement is enhanced.

The Strap

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph tester watch replica features a striking orange tropical strap made of modern composite rubber that is resistant to wear, saltwater and UV, combined with a new double fold clasp. Together with the new double folded folding clasp, it is an impressive piece of technology for a watch inspired by a Nautsilus.
For various occasions, Patek Philippe has also provided an additional black strap for the Aquanaut chronograph, but we recommend that the strap be redesigned by a certified service staff, which limits its simplicity.
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