Patek Philippe Holiday Collection
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Patek Philippe Holiday Collection

By joenghenry · May 15, 2024 · 33 replies
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In this delightful post, joenghenry shares a personal moment of tranquility, taking advantage of a midweek holiday to enjoy a leisurely walk at The Peak. His choice of companion for the outing, a 12-year-old Patek Philippe Ref. 5712, highlights the enduring appeal and wearability of this iconic reference. This post beautifully illustrates how luxury timepieces are not just攢藏品 but integral parts of life's everyday pleasures.

Today is a public holiday in my home city. Grasped this opportunity to have a leisure walking at the Peak 🚢with my 12 years old 5712……. followed by a nice cup of hot chocolate and scones πŸ˜‹














About the Patek Philippe 5712 Ref. 5712

The Patek Philippe Complications Reference 5712 is a notable offering within the brand's Complications collection, distinguished by its asymmetrical dial layout and a suite of practical indications. It presents a sophisticated blend of functionality and design, offering a moon phase, power reserve indicator, and an analog date display, all arranged to create a distinctive visual identity that sets it apart from more traditional Patek Philippe designs.

This particular reference features a stainless steel case measuring 40 mm in diameter, housing the self-winding caliber 240 PS IRM C LU. This movement is known for its slim profile, achieved through the integration of a micro-rotor, contributing to the watch's comfortable wearability. The watch is fitted with a sapphire crystal and offers a water resistance of 60 meters, with a power reserve of approximately 48 hours.

For collectors, the 5712 represents an accessible entry into Patek Philippe's complicated timepieces, offering a range of functions without the complexity of a perpetual calendar or chronograph. Its stainless steel construction and integrated bracelet provide a robust and versatile option, appealing to those seeking a daily wearable complicated watch. The reference has been in production since 2006, with the 5712/1A denoting the stainless steel bracelet variant.

Specifications

Caliber
240 PS IRM C LU
Case
Stainless Steel
Diameter
40 mm
Dial
Blue
Water Resist.
60m
Crystal
Sapphire

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GL
GLau
May 15, 2024

5712 got to breathe fresh air ! Enjoy this most asymmetrical symmetry more often !

AR
Arronax
May 15, 2024

Beautiful pics, love the watch and city shots!

AU
AuHavrePro
May 15, 2024

and equally pretty timepiece . Thank you for the images, cheers, Filip

GL
GLau
May 15, 2024

proclaimed enamel slave/ addict ??

JO
joenghenry
May 16, 2024

Let’s have a mini GTG with our enamel King during your stay here 😊

AK
akitaishi
Jun 3, 2024

I was here last December. Nice shot with your Patek 5712

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