Review
small-luxury-world provides a comprehensive hands-on review and live pictures of the Patek Philippe World Time Moon References 5575 and 7175. These commemorative pieces, released for Patek Philippe's 175th Anniversary, blend the brand's iconic World Time complication with a unique moon phase display, sparking considerable discussion among collectors.
… plus the official press release. Both watches are part of the commemorative collection for the 175th Anniversary of Patek Philippe.
World time watches from PP in general are highly desired not only by connoisseurs of PP. A modern poetic moon phase added to the display that already shows 24 time zones simultaneously sounds (almost) too addictive to resist. Not enough, the case Calatrava-style case shows sexy curves like we know it from watches in the 40s/50s and we can guess it is not simple to finish – not even today. The base caliber 240 (a legend itself) is shown in its latest development: caliber 240 HU LU. The benefit is a new type of display, featuring a single large moon turning clockwise at the center of the dial. A complex, innovative metallization technique has produced a moon phase whose face stands out against its starry background with almost photographic realism. The accuracy is more than 122 years, before it differs by one day from the real lunar cycle.
So far we are still talking about both references for ladies and man.
During the festivities I saw them like this …
… and like this.
The World Time Moon commemorative timepiece is produced in two limited editions of 1.300 (WG) watches for men and 450 (RG) watches for ladies. In both cases the time zone usually indicated by Paris on the city disc has been replaced by that of Geneva, as a tribute to the PP heritage.
I had the pleasure to play with the uncased version for man and all I can say is that it was pleasing – the feel when changing the time zone. A big plus, in my book.
As you can probably imagine the watches got my attention. I had to see them once more, especially because the readability of both seemed to be a weakness – at least inside the show case. Outside plastic I just managed to see the 5575G and I tried to cover the different shades of the dial and the readability for you. Have a look and judge by your own:
When looking at picture two I had to think about the backs of Ref. 5002 and 6002 or the front of 6102.
(Ref. 6002, just for comparison)
It is all about the light (only) and less sophisticated, but still I like that thought. Let´s just call it an inspired version which shows a modern interpretation. But there is something I would like to mention and maybe you have seen it as well. With a dark background (blue or black), white hands are a nice feature to improve the readability. A missed chance here, from my point of view. Even when the shapes of the hands are very appealing, I would miss something.
Above I mentioned “sexy curves” and here I tried to show it:
Of course it is not crying “sexy” – it is a PP. Still I think it is added value and a sought after detail on top.
Let´s have a quick look at the special folding clasp.
Some may love it, but the first thing I would go for (if owning the watch) is a simple one. It is well executed and just a matter of taste at the end.
On the wrist :
It is very difficult to shoot and I am not happy with what I have, but here we go.
A fellow Purist (ch9698) was more lucky than me.
How does it feel on the wrist? Very pleasing if not to say addictive - to make it short!
The Ref. 7175R I only saw inside a showcase or in plastic and have no extra (live) pictures to share - unfortunately. Nonetheless it is my favorite out of those two world timer´s here. It is very appealing in the details and especially I like the colors shown – shades of bronze/brown. Just so charming and very well balanced.
Some context to see where (probably) some of the inspiration came from. Own history and a comprehensive vintage collection to call your own is a great source and hard to beat – if used appropriate and with added spice on new models. A few selected examples from the PP Museum, for your pleasure:
Aesthetically the major difference is the modern and almost photographic moon. I have to get used to it – even when I think it is nice – to see it in a PP. Maybe it is just paradigm and only me. For others it might be just perfect. One guess by me is that they wanted to add something new they never did before, but also wanted to make it available for a wider customer group. Any kind of more classical/rare crafts would probably have been more expensive and/or available only in a lesser number of pieces.
Conclusion :
Both versions should be winners and if rumors are right, at least the version for man is already sold out. Me like them both for what they are, but without being crazy about them and with a soft spot for the ladies version.
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Press release, as added information :
Side note : At the moment I run out of time and therefore I will add some more pictures later
The Patek Philippe Sky Moon Tourbillon reference 5002 stands as a highly complex double-faced wristwatch within the brand's grand complication offerings. It integrates a significant array of functions, distinguishing it as a flagship model for collectors interested in horological complexity and traditional craftsmanship. The reference is notable for its comprehensive display of astronomical indications alongside traditional timekeeping and calendar functions.
This timepiece features a case crafted from precious metal, housing a manually wound movement. The watch is equipped with a sapphire crystal on both the front and reverse sides, allowing for observation of the intricate dials and the movement. Its substantial case dimensions accommodate the complex caliber, which includes a minute repeater and a tourbillon, alongside multiple calendar and astronomical displays.
As a grand complication, the reference 5002 appeals to collectors seeking Patek Philippe's highest level of mechanical artistry. Its dual-dial presentation and extensive complication set, including a perpetual calendar with retrograde date, sidereal time, and a sky chart, position it as a significant piece for those focused on technical achievement and the brand's heritage in complex watchmaking. The limited production and intricate nature contribute to its collector relevance.
There are some very appealing evoutions and, for me, the case is in clear 1st position while the MP arrives in 2nd. I talk about 'addition" because it is not better or able to replace the 5130 imo. It is different. I'll need time appreciating the size of the (too?) huge MP on this dial but it must be really a beautiful craftmanship in the real. You're too severe with your pics, we can have a quite true feeling of what it looks like in the metal. I'm not a WT 5130/5110 fan but it is a nice limite
I am among those who think that Patek is the Master of World Time Watches. In that sense, the 5110 was perfect, in terms of size, coherence of the proportions, elegance, class. The 5130 suffered from the fact that Patek enhanced the size of the case with 2, 5 mm extra millimeters, without opting for a bigger dial. This one seems to have the same " issue ". Some will not complain, others will. The choice of a black dial is very good. A stellar one, why not. Universe, Universality, why not. Now, t
Hi Nico, I've read all your argumentation but there is no perfect watch. 1- This central moon phase brings another king of beauty to the dial center and I think it quite well executed. I don't know if it will be difficult to find the settle the right moon phase if the watch is not used for a few days (if yes, it could be a problem) but my first reaction is on the global aesthetic level 2- The lugs that you compare to the Speed Lyre lugs. Yes, it makes think to them but they look much less massiv
I am not sure I like the case or not.... I just don't know. The real experience we=ill tell me. As for the Chrono, it would have been possible to do it, ONLY if they were re thinking the design of their dial. As it is, it seems that it has the same size than on our 5110P, with 2, 8 mm more. Like it was the case with the 5130 which was 2, 5 mm bigger. So, it lack a bit of coherence to have an always bigger case, with the same dial size. Now, if they opted for a bigger center dial, and a tad thinn
It should be fastidious ;-( I did forget that it is not related to a QP ! Best to U, Nico ! P.S. for small-luxury-world : I forgot to thank U for this post... Sorry, now it's done !
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