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Jlux's retrospective on his Patek Philippe Ref. 5170G, celebrating its tenth anniversary, offers a timely examination of a reference that many collectors now consider ahead of its time. His detailed photographs and personal insights highlight why this chronograph, initially released during an era of larger watches, continues to captivate enthusiasts with its classic proportions and exquisite movement finishing. This article delves into the community's appreciation for the 5170G, exploring its unique position in Patek Philippe's chronograph lineage.
The Chronograph reference 5170, introduced in 2010, marked a significant development for Patek Philippe as it was the first serially produced chronograph to feature a fully in-house manufactured movement. This reference succeeded the reference 5070, transitioning from a Lemania-based caliber to a proprietary design, underscoring the brand's commitment to integrated manufacturing for its complications. It represents a modern interpretation of a classic chronograph layout within the Patek Philippe catalog.
The reference 5170 features a case measuring 39.4 mm in diameter and 10.9 mm in thickness, available in 18k white, rose, or yellow gold. It is equipped with the manual-winding caliber CH 29-535 PS, which offers a power reserve of 65 hours. The watch is fitted with a sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to 30 meters. The movement is visible through a sapphire case back, showcasing its intricate finishing.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a contemporary Patek Philippe chronograph with an in-house movement. Early variants, such as the yellow gold reference 5170J-001, featured a pulsometer scale, which was later replaced by a minute track on subsequent iterations. The various metal options and dial configurations provide distinct aesthetic choices for collectors, reflecting different periods of its production run.
A keeper for sure! Love the breguet numerals...nice design touch!
Congrats on having her in your collection!
(Though on the right day you could convince me of the original J with the applied Roman XII)
First PP manufacture caliber chrono. Breguet numerals. Size. Pulsation dial. Beautiful movement with just enough decoration to make it interesting but not so much that it looks too ornate. It was hard to follow 5070 (which I love but it’s too large for my wrist). But this watch really did it. One of my regrets is not getting this watch in rose and black. It was offered to me at 24% off. I know. Unheard of today. But I couldn’t afford it at the time. If only there was a Time Machine…
The applied brequet numerals look fantastic with 3D effect ! The strap matches the dial well. Is it gray color in the metal ?
thanks for sharing with us 😊
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