The Story
The Patek Philippe 5172G-001 is a distinguished chronograph that masterfully blends traditional watchmaking with modern precision. Encased in a 41 mm white gold case, it features a blue varnished dial adorned with white gold applied Arabic numerals and syringe-shaped hands, all treated with luminescent coating for enhanced legibility. The dial layout includes a central chronograph hand, an instantaneous 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock, and a small seconds subdial at 9 o'clock, complemented by a tachymeter scale printed in white. The case design showcases vintage-inspired three-tier lugs and round guilloched pushers, enhancing its classic appeal.
At its heart lies the manually wound calibre CH 29-535 PS, Patek Philippe's first in-house chronograph movement introduced in 2009. This movement operates at a frequency of 4 Hz and boasts a power reserve of at least 65 hours when the chronograph is disengaged. It comprises 270 parts and 33 jewels, featuring traditional construction elements such as a column wheel and horizontal clutch, combined with six patented innovations. The movement is finished to the high standards of the Patek Philippe Seal, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and reliability. The timepiece is secured with a blue calfskin strap with a nubuck finish and contrasting cream stitching, fastened by a white gold fold-over clasp, completing its elegant presentation.
Description
The Patek Philippe 5172G-001 is a distinguished chronograph that masterfully blends traditional watchmaking with modern precision. Encased in a 41 mm white gold case, it features a blue varnished dial adorned with white gold applied Arabic numerals and syringe-shaped hands, all treated with luminescent coating for enhanced legibility. The dial layout includes a central chronograph hand, an instantaneous 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock, and a small seconds subdial at 9 o'clock, complemented by a tachymeter scale printed in white. The case design showcases vintage-inspired three-tier lugs and round guilloched pushers, enhancing its classic appeal.
At its heart lies the manually wound calibre CH 29-535 PS, Patek Philippe's first in-house chronograph movement introduced in 2009. This movement operates at a frequency of 4 Hz and boasts a power reserve of at least 65 hours when the chronograph is disengaged. It comprises 270 parts and 33 jewels, featuring traditional construction elements such as a column wheel and horizontal clutch, combined with six patented innovations. The movement is finished to the high standards of the Patek Philippe Seal, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and reliability. The timepiece is secured with a blue calfskin strap with a nubuck finish and contrasting cream stitching, fastened by a white gold fold-over clasp, completing its elegant presentation.
