The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980/60G-001 Flyback Chronograph is a modern luxury sports chronograph that combines white gold construction with a refined blue-gray aesthetic and a highly legible chronograph system. Introduced at Watches & Wonders 2024, it represents a contemporary evolution of the iconic Nautilus chronograph line.

Key Features

• Case & Construction
• Material: 18k white gold
• Diameter: 40.5 mm (10–4 o’clock)
• Thickness: 12.2 mm
• Water resistance: 30 m
• Caseback: Sapphire display back
• Signature rounded-octagonal Nautilus case with satin-brushed and polished finishes
• Slimmer bezel design enhances dial visibility
• Dial & Design
• Color: Opaline blue-gray with horizontal embossing
• Markers & hands: White gold with luminescent coating

Layout highlights

• Monocounter at 6 o’clock (combined 60-minute + 12-hour chronograph)
• Date window at 3 o’clock
• Central chronograph seconds hand

This single-counter chronograph layout improves readability and is a defining feature of the 5980 series.

Movement

• Caliber: CH 28-520 C (in-house)
• Type: Automatic (self-winding)
• Power reserve: ~45–55 hours
• Frequency: 28,800 vph

Technical highlights

• Flyback chronograph (instant reset & restart)
• Vertical clutch system (smooth chronograph operation)
• 21k gold central rotor
• Gyromax balance & Spiromax balance spring

This movement integrates all chronograph functions into a single monocounter display, a rare and sophisticated configuration.

Strap & Wearability

• Primary strap: Blue-gray calfskin (denim pattern)
• Additional strap: Blue-gray composite (fabric style)
• Clasp: White gold Nautilus fold-over clasp

The shift from bracelet to strap gives this reference a more modern, casual-luxury feel compared to earlier 5980 models.