Patek Philippe Watch : Patek Philippe Men's Stainless Steel Watch

The Royal Oak came first and was the first watch design to telegraph and define what would ultimately become Genta’s signature design aesthetic. However, outside the realm of the watch enthusiast, it is the Royal Oak’s proverbial sibling, the Nautilus, which has transcended the horology clubhouse to become the more famous and universally recognized Genta-designed timepiece. So, why is it that the Patek Philippe Nautilus is celebrated on an arguably greater scale than the Royal Oak, rather than viewed as a copycat effort by Patek? 

Well, imagine being given the rare opportunity to take a second stab at your greatest work. Wouldn’t your second draft be more refined than your first?