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Watches/Alternatives/Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5261

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Alternatives to the Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5261

Reference 5261

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Case diameter
39.9 mm
Lug-to-lug
Not recorded
Movement
Automatic
Catalog MSRP
$72,394
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Closest catalog matchPatek Philippe Complications 4946$61,141 recorded MSRP, $11,253 lowerSee the match ↓
Lower recorded MSRPJaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar Pink Gold$51,000 recorded MSRP, $21,394 lowerSee the match ↓

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45 matches

Microbrand picks· 12

Discover smaller makers with catalog similarities to this watch.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic II Coral on steel bracelet
Manufaktur Waldhoff

Multimatic II Coral on steel bracelet

  • $878 recorded MSRP, $71,516 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

0.5 mm thicker case

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F.P.Journe Astronomic Souveraine
F.P.Journe

Astronomic Souveraine

  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 2.9 mm thicker case

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Nezumi Studios VOITURE – Ref. VM2.1102
Nezumi Studios

VOITURE – Ref. VM2.1102

  • $1,063 recorded MSRP, $71,331 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2 mm thicker case

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Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic Skeleton
Manufaktur Waldhoff

Multimatic Skeleton

  • $859 recorded MSRP, $71,535 lower
  • 42.5 mm case, 2.6 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2.9 mm thicker case

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Seagull Moon Phase Calendar Power Reserve Indicator Business Watch 41mm
Seagull

Moon Phase Calendar Power Reserve Indicator Business Watch 41mm

  • $339 recorded MSRP, $72,055 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.1 mm thicker case

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Towson Watch Co Cockpit Moon
Towson Watch Co

Cockpit Moon

  • $4,650 recorded MSRP, $67,744 lower
  • 39 mm case, 0.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Fathers Evolution Diver Automatico Swiss Made
Fathers

Evolution Diver Automatico Swiss Made

  • $1,131 recorded MSRP, $71,263 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1 mm thicker case

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Pequignet Royale Paris Date et Lune
Pequignet

Royale Paris Date et Lune

  • $9,450 recorded MSRP, $62,944 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

0.5 mm thicker case

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Venezianico Arsenale Calendario
Venezianico

Arsenale Calendario

  • $1,389 recorded MSRP, $71,005 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.3 mm thinner case

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ChronoSwiss Pulse GMT Enamel Sky Gold
ChronoSwiss

Pulse GMT Enamel Sky Gold

  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2.1 mm thicker case. $95,000 recorded MSRP, $22,606 higher

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Méraud Antigua
Méraud

Antigua

  • $2,150 recorded MSRP, $70,244 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 2.6 mm thicker case

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Seagull Extraordinary Series Multifunction Moon Phase Chronograph 41mm
Seagull

Extraordinary Series Multifunction Moon Phase Chronograph 41mm

  • $1,499 recorded MSRP, $70,895 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2.1 mm thicker case

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Mainstream picks· 18

Established-brand matches. Compare the recorded dimensions, movement and price for each watch.

Patek Philippe Complications 4946
Patek Philippe

Complications 4946

  • $61,141 recorded MSRP, $11,253 lower
  • 38 mm case, 1.9 mm narrower
  • Same 26-330 S QA LU caliber
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar Pink Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar Pink Gold

  • $51,000 recorded MSRP, $21,394 lower
  • 39 mm case, 0.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.7 mm thinner case

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Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5327
Patek Philippe

Grand Complications 5327

  • 39 mm case, 0.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.2 mm thinner case. $120,656 recorded MSRP, $48,262 higher

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A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Honeygold Lumen
A. Lange & Söhne

Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Honeygold Lumen

  • 41.5 mm case, 1.6 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 3.7 mm thicker case

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Patek Philippe Complications 5235
Patek Philippe

Complications 5235

  • $69,393 recorded MSRP, $3,001 lower
  • 40.5 mm case, 0.6 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

0.9 mm thinner case

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronometre Perpetual Calendar
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Master Control Chronometre Perpetual Calendar

  • $45,700 recorded MSRP, $26,694 lower
  • 39 mm case, 0.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.7 mm thinner case

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Frederique Constant Highlife Chronograph Automatic
Frederique Constant

Highlife Chronograph Automatic

  • $3,995 recorded MSRP, $68,399 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

3.3 mm thicker case

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Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar
Frederique Constant

Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar

  • $29,995 recorded MSRP, $42,399 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.1 mm thicker case

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A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1
A. Lange & Söhne

Lange 1

  • $49,500 recorded MSRP, $22,894 lower
  • 38.5 mm case, 1.4 mm narrower
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 1.1 mm thinner case

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronometre Perpetual Calendar
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Master Control Chronometre Perpetual Calendar

  • $45,700 recorded MSRP, $26,694 lower
  • 39 mm case, 0.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.7 mm thinner case

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw344602 Portofino Perpetual Calendar
IWC Schaffhausen

Iw344602 Portofino Perpetual Calendar

  • $41,500 recorded MSRP, $30,894 lower
  • 40 mm case, 0.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.8 mm thicker case

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A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar
A. Lange & Söhne

1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar

  • 41.9 mm case, 2 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 3.8 mm thicker case

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Breitling Premier B19 Datora 42 140th Anniversary
Breitling

Premier B19 Datora 42 140th Anniversary

  • $65,550 recorded MSRP, $6,844 lower
  • 42 mm case, 2.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

4.7 mm thicker case

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A. Lange & Söhne Little Lange 1
A. Lange & Söhne

Little Lange 1

  • 36.8 mm case, 3.1 mm narrower
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 1.4 mm thinner case

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Bremont Hawking Limited Edition
Bremont

Hawking Limited Edition

  • $22,495 recorded MSRP, $49,899 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

3.3 mm thicker case

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Breitling Super Chronomat B19 44 Perpetual Calendar 140th Anniversary
Breitling

Super Chronomat B19 44 Perpetual Calendar 140th Anniversary

  • $65,550 recorded MSRP, $6,844 lower
  • 44 mm case, 4.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

4.4 mm thicker case

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw504901 Big Pilots Watch Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit
IWC Schaffhausen

Iw504901 Big Pilots Watch Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Le Petit

  • 46.5 mm case, 6.6 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

5.2 mm thicker case. $99,400 recorded MSRP, $27,006 higher

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Bell & Ross BR-X1  instrument de marine
Bell & Ross

BR-X1 instrument de marine

  • $24,840 recorded MSRP, $47,554 lower
  • 45 mm case, 5.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Cheaper alternatives· 12

Matches in a lower price band. A recorded MSRP difference is shown only when both prices are known.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 41mm
Audemars Piguet

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 41mm

  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 38mm
Audemars Piguet

Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 38mm

  • 38 mm case, 1.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin 41mm
Audemars Piguet

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin 41mm

  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Blancpain Air Command
Blancpain

Air Command

  • $26,000 recorded MSRP, $46,394 lower
  • 42.5 mm case, 2.6 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2.8 mm thicker case

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Breitling Chronomat B01 42
Breitling

Chronomat B01 42

  • $26,850 recorded MSRP, $45,544 lower
  • 42 mm case, 2.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

4.2 mm thicker case

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Blancpain Bathyscaphe
Blancpain

Bathyscaphe

  • $12,500 recorded MSRP, $59,894 lower
  • 38 mm case, 1.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

0.1 mm thinner case

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Bremont Terra Nova 42.5 Chronograph
Bremont

Terra Nova 42.5 Chronograph

  • $4,950 recorded MSRP, $67,444 lower
  • 42.5 mm case, 2.6 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

3.9 mm thicker case

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Blancpain Bathyscaphe Chronographe Flyback Ocean Commitment I
Blancpain

Bathyscaphe Chronographe Flyback Ocean Commitment I

  • $26,400 recorded MSRP, $45,994 lower
  • 43.6 mm case, 3.7 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

4.3 mm thicker case

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Breitling Superocean Heritage 57 Highlands
Breitling

Superocean Heritage 57 Highlands

  • $6,950 recorded MSRP, $65,444 lower
  • 38 mm case, 1.9 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.6 mm thinner case

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Breitling Top Time B01
Breitling

Top Time B01

  • $8,050 recorded MSRP, $64,344 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

2.4 mm thicker case

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Panerai Luminor Chrono
Panerai

Luminor Chrono

  • 44 mm case, 4.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Norqain Adventure Sport 42mm Golden Hour Limited Edition
Norqain

Adventure Sport 42mm Golden Hour Limited Edition

  • $4,170 recorded MSRP, $68,224 lower
  • 42 mm case, 2.1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

1.7 mm thicker case

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Pricier alternatives· 3

Matches in a higher price band. Check the specifications to decide whether the differences matter to you.

Massena LAB Chronograph Monopoussoir Sylvain Pinaud x Massena LAB
Massena LAB

Chronograph Monopoussoir Sylvain Pinaud x Massena LAB

  • 42 mm case, 2.1 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. $180,000 recorded MSRP, $107,606 higher

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Omega Speedmaster Chrono Chime Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 45mm
Omega

Speedmaster Chrono Chime Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 45mm

  • 45 mm case, 5.1 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 6.3 mm thicker case

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Omega Specialities Olympic 1932 Chrono Chime
Omega

Specialities Olympic 1932 Chrono Chime

  • 45 mm case, 5.1 mm wider
What changes

Manual movement instead of automatic. 6 mm thicker case

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