From enthusiasts to collectors alike, all eyes were captured at Baselworld 2011 with the introduction of Patek Philippe Reference 5270. The timepiece marked the latest iteration from the legendary Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph family that began with Reference 1518 in 1941.

Reference 5270 differentiates itself from its predecessor (Ref. 5970) by increasing the case diameter to 41mm while decreasing the case thickness by 1mm. Achieved through in-house caliber CH 29-535 PS Q, an additional feature of a day/night indicator further pushes the movement as an impressive feat of engineering. The subsidiary registers are also playfully lowered just below the central axis.

The present lot, Reference 5270P-014, is part of the latest 2022 releases from the perpetual calendar chronograph family. In addition to the bold and beautiful green dial, Patek Philippe has utilized a new pointed dauphine-style hand set. The hands are broad and faceted, resembling the hour markers on the dial. The outer tachymeter scale has also been omitted in favor of a “sporty” minute ring that gives the watch a cleaner aesthetic. Reference 5270-014 is a marvelous, platinum, grand complication wristwatch from a premier manufacturer that would be a highlight piece in any serious watch collection.