Patek Philippe

5170j and some "blue" dial Pateks

 

Recently I got the chance to see the new chronograph 5170j on a couple of occasions. I was very curious as the official Patek photos looked like they were computer renditions and other published photos either were taken in harsh lightning or with poor white balance. I appearance in the metal were, not unexpectedly, very positive. It is a very nice classical chronograph. The look is quite different from the 5070 but and it would be nice to have both. I took a few photos in slightly varying lightning situations and you can see how the appearance subtly changes. Technically the photos are not good as they are taken handheld in available light with a simple camera, but I hope they will give a hint on what is to be expected.

I particularly like the blue colours offered by the current range of Pateks. I think I captured the colour nuances of the new 5960P. The fact that the centre of the chrono subdial is also blue makes it more harmonious to me than the grey and dial platinum and the red gold version - a very nice watch. The perpetual calendar 5140P is also extremely appealing.