Patek Philippe
Nautilus 7010G-011

The lug configuration of the Nautilus is an integral part of the case design: the lugs flow directly into the bracelet, without a standard spring-bar seat. A bespoke strap, however, built directly on the watch, is entirely achievable — it is precisely the work that <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a> carries out in the atelier, taking direct measurements from the actual piece and shaping the strap to the specific geometry of this Nautilus.

The client brings the watch to the atelier, where the craftsmen take direct measurements of the lug profile, case curvature, and wrist dimensions. Based on these measurements, the leather, thickness, shape, and closure type are selected. The strap is then hand-built — saddle-stitched, wax-burnished edges, finishes applied in layers — with the watch remaining under the client's control throughout.

Box calf, with its tight grain and ability to develop a rich patina over time, complements the polished surfaces of white gold with precision and coherence. Mississippi alligator belly introduces a structured texture that enriches the wrist without disrupting the Nautilus's clean geometry. Tones such as midnight blue, slate grey, or taupe maintain the elegant reading of the case without competing with the dial.

A strap made from high-quality leather, saddle-stitched and properly wax-finished, can accompany the watch for many years, developing a personal patina that deepens its character over time. Longevity depends on daily use and care; the atelier provides precise guidance on maintenance and storage at the time of delivery.

Gérald Genta designed the Nautilus in 1976, introducing a previously unseen formal vocabulary to sports watchmaking: the octagonal bezel, horizontal lugs, and seamless continuity between case and bracelet. The 7010G-011 reference renders this archetype in 18-carat white gold with a 32mm diameter — a proportion conceived specifically for the feminine wrist — and a manufacture calibre that combines mechanical precision with an exceptional level of finishing.