replica Patek Philippe Cubitus
Experience Patek Philippe’s New Cubitus Collection
The Cubitus is Patek Philippe’s new elegant sports collection, the square-shaped sister of the Nautilus.
It’s not every day that Patek Philippe launches a new collection, especially a new collection of elegant sports watches. But it’s here, and it’s called the Patek Philippe Cubitus. Three years after the famous blue stainless steel Nautilus 5711 was discontinued – two years if you count the farewell olive green and Tiffany editions – collectors around the world have been eagerly awaiting the replacement for the steel 5711A, and probably didn’t expect the Geneva family brand to launch an entire collection; the Cubitus collection includes the steel 5821A, the steel-gold 5821AR, and the more complex instantaneous large date platinum 5822P. While many rumors have been circulating on Instagram, including many opinions, we thought it would be best to experience the highly anticipated Patek Philippe Cubitus collection in person.
Before we dive into the details of Patek Philippe’s new Cubitus collection, let me give you some background. The Cubitus is an important luxury replica Watches for both Patek Philippe and the world of watch collecting. There is no doubt about it. If the Genevan brand is quite prolific when it comes to launching new products, the same cannot be said when it comes to launching new collections. Looking back over the past few decades, we have seen countless new and unprecedented models launched - such as the astonishing Pilot watch - but most of them were part of existing collections. Speaking of completely new collections (apart from the feminine Twenty~4 in 1999 and the Twenty~4 Automatic in 2018), the last time we saw a new design and a new collection name was in 1997, when the Aquanaut was launched. And before that, it was the Gondolo in 1993 and, of course, the Nautilus in 1976.
Having said that, you can still feel the significance of Patek Philippe launching a new collection today, especially an elegant sports watch with an integrated bracelet. The launch of the Patek Philippe Cubitus (Cubi c Nautilus…?) was highly anticipated, given the huge aura and recognition of the steel Nautilus and collectors’ eagerness to see a stainless steel alternative since it was discontinued in 2022. Now, it comes in metal in three styles, including the all-steel time-and-date model, the Cubitus 5821A.
Cubitus, the squared-off evolution of the Nautilus?
The Patek Philippe Cubitus is a fresh take on a very well-known concept for the brand, that of the sports-chic watch or the integrated luxury sports watch, a category the brand has dominated since the launch of the Nautilus with the reference 3700 in 1976. Its modern evolution, the steel 5711, is probably the most admired watch in this space, and as such, has established a solid foundation for the brand in this space – which comes with some of the trappings, such as “untouchable icon” status.
With the Cubitus, Patek Philippe returns to the Nautilus category, but with a new, more angular, sharper interpretation. The Cubitus is far more geometric than the Nautilus, which is known for being rather dainty in the luxury sports watch category – which has always been its main difference from its long-time rival, the angular Royal Oak. Patek Philippe has adopted a so-called quadrilateral case in the Cubitus, with a square bezel (yes, the Cubitus is a square watch first and foremost) and rounded corners, somehow blending the square and the octagon together.
But having said that, there is an undeniable connection between the Cubitus and the Nautilus. Placing the two watches side by side, there are obvious similarities and familiar features, such as the two attachments, one on either side of the case (the famous hinge of the Nautilus), the two-part construction that first appeared on the 3700 in 1976, the overall shape of the lugs, located at 12 and 6 o’clock, the overall profile, the embossed dial pattern, and even the bracelet. In fact, the Patek Philippe Cubitus feels like the Nautilus, except that all the curves have been replaced by straight lines. It is undoubtedly more striking and dynamic, but it is also undeniably more recognizable. And, as I can attest when I see the watch in the metal, it’s a lot better in real life than some people are saying on social media… Jacob & Co Astronomia Casino
Proportions and Case Design
As mentioned above, the Cubitus collection comes in three styles: two time and date models with integrated metal bracelets, and a higher-end, more complicated platinum model with a strap. Now that we’ve touched on that, all three models share the same overall design and proportions (except for the thickness of the 5822P). As most people know, square watches tend to wear larger than they actually are – it’s all about the area the watch covers. So what about the Cubitus? Well, yes, it’s larger and fits the wrist better than the Nautilus. No argument there. The square case covers more area of the wrist than the round case of a Nautilus or Aquanaut of equivalent diameter.
But this is by no means a negative, the Patek Philippe Cubitus is not an oversized watch. Not at all. Despite the size (Patek advertises a 10-4 o’clock measurement of 45mm), it actually wears much smaller than you’d expect! It is well balanced and feels good on the wrist. This is also because it is quite thin.
The remaining dimensions are 44.5mm wide (3-9 o'clock) including the crown and a very short 44.9mm lug-to-lug (excluding the first link of the bracelet). The case thickness is 8.3mm for the time and date models, while the complex 5822P is 9.6mm. Whether in steel, a combination of steel and rose gold, or 950 platinum, the cases retain the classic Patek Philippe finishing, with vertical satin-brushed surfaces combined with polished bevels on the sides of the bezel and on the center case.
The two-part case of the Patek Philippe Cubitus is otherwise common, including the screw-down crown and sapphire crystals on both sides. Despite this construction and features, it, like all Patek Philippe replica watches for sale, claims water resistance to 30 meters - a point of contention in the watch collecting community since the beginning of 2024. To be fair, it certainly can do more than that.
CUBITUS 5821A and 5821AR TIME AND DATE
The Cubitus 5821A is probably the most important of the three, a classic steel version with a steel bracelet, time and date display and a dark dial – the essence of an elegant sports watch. This simpler dial and display also allows the case and its original cubic shape to speak for itself. The same watch is also available in a two-tone steel and gold version, also with an integrated metal bracelet, the Cubitus 5821AR.
So we have two classics of the genre, with a slim profile of just 8.3 mm and a simple dial. The central case of both watches is made of steel, with the 5821AR adding 18k rose gold to several elements – the bezel and side modules (integral construction), the crown and the central polished links of the bracelet. This version also adds gold accents to its blue dial, with the hour markers, date frame and hands all made from solid 18k rose gold.
The all-steel Cubitus 5821A is more classic, with an olive green dial that is reminiscent of the farewell edition of the steel Nautilus, reference 5711/1A-014. This watch features white gold hands and hour markers. Here, like the case, the connection between the Cubitus and the Nautilus is undeniable, as both have the same horizontal relief on the dial, finished with a sunburst pattern. The Patek Philippe Cubitus also has the same hand shape as the Nautilus, while the applied hour markers, although cut and positioned differently due to the case shape (a design also replicated on the dial), are also in the same vein as the Nautilus. All elements are coated with luminescent coating, and the date disc is white regardless of the dial color - a problem that never occurred with the 5711, and the same is true for the Cubitus 5821A.
Let’s talk about the bracelet, as it plays a major role in the design of this watch, and also influences its comfort. The integrated bracelet again has familiar features, being soft, flexible and beautifully finished – vertical satin-brushed main links, polished central links and polished bevels on the sides. Importantly, however, the Patek Philippe Cubitus’s metal bracelet features a comfort extension, which Patek Philippe describes as “a lockable size adjustment system and a patented Patek Philippe folding clasp with four separate buckles for a comfortable and secure fit.” This means that the bracelet can be slightly extended on warm days. However, there is no quick-change system to switch to a strap.
Both versions of the Cubitus 5821 with time and date display are powered by the in-house 26-330 SC calibre; SC stands for Seconde Central. This automatic movement with a central rotor is widely used by Patek Philippe – for example, it can be found in the 5811G, the Aquanaut and as the basis for complication watches. Launched in 2019 as a replacement for the 324, it is a refined, technically classic movement with a stop-seconds function, a Gyromax balance, a Spiromax hairspring and a 4Hz frequency. The power reserve is up to 45 hours, which is still on the short side. It is beautifully finished and features the Cubitus’s unique rotor decoration, which has the same horizontal pattern as the dial. Replica Urwerk UR-150 Scorpion
CUBITUS INSTANTANEOUS PANDALE DATE 5822P
In addition to the two classic time and date models, Patek Philippe has also introduced a more complex and luxurious platinum version of the Cubitus, the Instantaneous Panorama Date, Day and Moon Phase Reference 5822P, which can be worn on a bracelet. While it is somewhat reminiscent of the Nautilus 5712 due to its off-centre display, it features a host of new complications, including a large date at 12 o’clock.
The case of the Cubitus 5822P differs slightly from the other watches in the collection, except for the fact that it is in 950 platinum (with the obligatory diamond at 6 o'clock, but this time it is a baguette-shaped diamond set on the bezel, a first for Patek Philippe). If the design and overall proportions are the same as the 5821A, this Instantaneous Grand Date is slightly thicker at 9.6 mm, due to the more complex movement. It is also the only watch in the collection that does not come with a metal bracelet, but with a modern and casual navy blue strap with cream contrast stitching, made of a composite material embossed with a fabric pattern. It is secured with the Cubitus's signature folding clasp.
The dial of the 5822P features a familiar horizontal relief pattern, this time in a dark blue hue (reminiscent of the 5811G ) and, as mentioned before, a layout close to that of the 5712 – the small seconds and moon phases are in the same position (the same “hand positions” as the calibre 240 in this version of the Nautilus). However, it differs from the 5712 in several ways, such as the power reserve indicator has been removed, the date around the moon has been replaced by a day of the week indication and, most importantly, there is now a double-disc large date at 12 o’clock. Patek Philippe has developed a new version of the iconic micro-rotor calibre 240, which traces its origins back to 1977.
While the base movement is well-known, the dial side of this new movement is completely new, consisting of a total of 353 parts (104 more than the calibre 5712), yet only 0.77 mm thicker. Patek Philippe has filed six patent applications for this specific movement. So what is it exactly? The most obvious novelty is the Grand Date (as the brand calls it), a large date display with two coplanar discs to avoid overlap – a system taken from the in-line perpetual calendar Reference 5236. Patek Philippe has also developed an instantaneous jump mechanism not only for the large date but also for the day and moon phase indications, which all jump simultaneously and instantaneously within 18 milliseconds of midnight, using energy accumulated throughout the day.
Despite these additional, energy-consuming complications, the 240 PS CI J LU movement retains the same 38-48 hour power reserve as all 240 movements. The indications can be adjusted using the corrector on the side of the case, although this is best done via the crown. The Cubitus 5822P, however, allows all indications (including the time and date) to be corrected at any time of the day without damaging the movement. Flipping the watch over reveals the classic look of the base 240 movement, with its fine finishing and solid gold micro-rotor that has the same horizontal decoration as the dial. According to the manufacturer’s new standard since spring 2024, the movement is regulated within a range of -1/+2 seconds per day. Ulysse Nardin Freak One Navy
5821/1A: Case: 45 mm (10-4 o'clock), 44.5 mm wide (3-9 o'clock, including crown) x 8.3 mm thick x 44.9 mm lug to lug - Stainless steel case, two-part construction - Vertical satin-finished and contrasting polished decorations - Sapphire crystals on the front and back - Screw-down crown - 30 m water resistance
Dial: Sunburst olive green, horizontal relief - Applied hour markers in white gold with white luminescent coating - Round baton hands in white gold with white luminescent coating
Movement: Calibre 26-330 SC - Manufacture - Patek Philippe Seal - Automatic with central 21k gold oscillating weight - 212 parts, incl. 30 jewels - 27 mm x 3.3 mm - 28,800 vibrations/hour - Gyromax balance, Spiromax hairspring - 35h to 45h power reserve - hours, minutes, seconds and date
Strap: One-piece steel strap, satin-finished and polished - Folding clasp with lockable size adjustment system (4-position fine adjustment)
Ref: 5821/1A-001
5821/1AR: Case: 45 mm (10-4 o'clock), 44.5 mm wide (3-9 o'clock, including crown) x 8.3 mm thick x 44.9 mm lug to lug - 18k rose gold and stainless steel case, two-part construction - Vertical satin-finished and contrasting polished decorations - Front and back sapphire crystals - Screw-down crown - 30 Waterproof to 3000 meters
Dial: Sunburst blue, horizontal relief - Applied hour markers in rose gold with white luminescent coating - Round baton hands in rose gold with white luminescent coating
Movement: Calibre 26-330 SC - Manufacture - Patek Philippe Seal - Automatic with central 21k gold rotor - 212 parts, including 30 jewels - 27 mm x 3.3 mm - 28,800 vibrations/hour - Gyromax balance, Spiromax hairspring - Power reserve 35h to 45h - Hours, minutes, seconds and date
Bracelet: One-piece 18k rose gold and steel bracelet, satin-finished and polished - Folding clasp with lockable size adjustment system (4-position fine adjustment)
Ref: 5821/1AR-001
5822P: Case: 45 mm (10 o'clock to 4 o'clock), 44.5 mm wide (3 to 9 o'clock, including crown) x 9.6 mm thick x 44.9 mm lug to lug - 950 platinum case, two-part construction - vertical satin-brushed and contrasting polished decorations - baguette diamond (0.02 ct) on bezel at 6 o'clock - sapphire crystals on front and back - screw-down crown - 30 m water resistance
Dial: sunburst blue, horizontal relief - white gold baton hour markers with white luminescent coating - white gold round baton hands with white luminescent coating - double aperture for large date with embossed beveled frame - white gold small hand, white lacquered
Movement: Calibre 240 PS CI J LU - - Manufacture - Patek Philippe Seal - automatic winding 22k gold micro-rotor - 353 parts, including 52 jewels - 31 mm x 4.76 mm - 21,600 vibrations per hour - Gyromax balance, Spiromax hairspring - 38 to 48 hours power reserve - Hours, minutes, small seconds, moon phases, instantaneous day of the week and instantaneous large date
Strap: Navy blue with cream stitching - Composite material, fabric pattern - 950 platinum Cubitus folding clasp
Ref: 5822P-001
