Patek Philippe Nautlus Ref. 5980/60G Watch
Patek Philippe's most surprising 2024 release may be its most satisfying, too. The new 40.5mm white gold Nautilus (ref. 5980/60G) features a self-winding mechanical movement and a blue-grey dial (with white gold markers) designed to match its denim strap. (Yes, denim.) But the fade doesn't scream Dad Jean. The denim strap is not denim at all — it's a blue-gray denim patterned calfskin, which the brand painstakingly crafted for both this new model and a denim-adorned version of the Worldtimer (ref. 5330G-001). They are a practical take on two of the watch world's most respected and refined models, and, as such, they should not be babied. The denim will fade, just like your favorite jeans, but never rip, and with proper care, these will last several lifetimes.