Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
Basic Information
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Patek Philippe |
| Model | Perpetual Calendar Split-Seconds Chronograph |
| Reference Number | 5004P |
| Dealer Product Code | 66014 |
| Year of Production | 1998 |
| Condition | Used (Very Good) |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Scope of Delivery | Original Box, Original Papers |
| Gender | Men’s / Unisex |
Movement
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Movement | Manual Winding |
| Caliber | Patek Philippe CHR 27-70 Q |
| Winding | Hand-Wound |
| Precision | Finished to Geneva Seal standards |
| Certification | Geneva Seal |
Case
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Platinum |
| Case Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Case Thickness | 15.0 mm |
| Bezel | Polished Platinum |
| Crystal | Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal |
| Case Back | Sapphire Exhibition Case Back* |
*Some examples were supplied with interchangeable solid and sapphire case backs. Please verify the configuration of this specific watch before publishing.
Dial
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dial Color | Black |
| Dial Design | Black Perpetual Calendar Dial |
| Hour Markers | Applied White Gold Baton Indexes |
| Dial Numerals | No Numerals |
Bracelet / Strap
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Strap Material | Black Alligator Leather |
| Strap Color | Black |
| Strap Type | Hand-Stitched Alligator Strap |
| Clasp | Fold Clasp |
| Clasp Material | Platinum |
Functions
- Split-Seconds (Rattrapante) Chronograph
- Perpetual Calendar
- Moon Phase
- Date Display
- Day Display
- Month Display
- Leap Year Indicator
- Small Seconds
Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Split-Seconds Chronograph 5004P
The Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 5004P is one of the most revered complicated wristwatches ever produced, representing a defining chapter in modern haute horlogerie. Combining a perpetual calendar with a split-seconds chronograph inside an elegant platinum case, the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 5004P is celebrated by collectors as one of the manufacturer’s most iconic Grand Complications references.
Produced in extremely limited numbers, the platinum Reference 5004P occupies a special place in Patek Philippe’s history. Its perfectly balanced 36.5mm case reflects the classical proportions that have made vintage and neo-vintage Patek Philippe watches so highly desirable. The sophisticated black dial provides outstanding contrast for the perpetual calendar displays, moon phase, and chronograph registers, delivering exceptional legibility while maintaining timeless elegance.
Powering the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 5004P is the legendary CHR 27-70 Q manual-winding movement. Based on the celebrated Lemania chronograph architecture and extensively reworked and finished by Patek Philippe, this caliber is regarded as one of the finest manually wound complicated movements ever produced. Every component is meticulously hand-finished and certified under the prestigious Geneva Seal, reflecting the extraordinary standards of traditional Swiss watchmaking.
The split-seconds, or rattrapante, chronograph enables the simultaneous timing of multiple events, while the perpetual calendar automatically tracks the day, date, month, leap year, and moon phase with remarkable precision. These sophisticated complications showcase the exceptional mechanical artistry that has established Patek Philippe as a benchmark in fine watchmaking.
Complementing the platinum case is a luxurious black alligator leather strap that enhances the watch’s refined character and ensures exceptional comfort on the wrist. Despite its technical complexity, the Reference 5004P maintains an understated elegance that appeals to seasoned collectors and connoisseurs of classical complications.
Presented in used, very good condition and accompanied by its original box and papers, this 1998 Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 5004P is an extraordinary collector’s opportunity. Regarded as one of the most historically significant perpetual calendar chronographs ever created, it continues to command admiration for its rarity, craftsmanship, and enduring legacy within the world of haute horlogerie.
