Patek Philippe

Before we look at the new reference 6007G in detail, some background to this classic Calatrava reference. The lineage started with the reference 5000 back in 1992 with a limited release of 1000 pieces made in white gold over two years, with 33mm case, automatic with cal.240. Hence the offset subsidiary seconds. This followed by yellow gold and rose gold versions, including a special edition for Hausmann in 1994, in 100 pieces.

The 5000 series gave way to the reference 6000 in 2005. The model had a larger 37mm case in WG and offered the date along the circumference with a date pointer. Controversial amongst collectors and critics as they flaunted it as a very expensive. Harsh in my opinion, as it definitely tried to bring a modern look and aesthetic to the traditional looks of the 5000. A rose gold version soon joined the collection. Finally, in 2017 the reference 6006G was launched aesthetically similar but with a larger 39mm case, thus ending the regular Calatrava 5000/600x series.

The last update was the new 6007, in a steel case in a new 40mm case celebrating the new manufacture opening and made in a limited-edition of 1000 pieces celebrating the opening of the new manufacture. It is from this piece the new reference 6007G is produced. The new reference has the same case dimensions at 40mm and has the new calibre 26-330 movement, as opposed to the cal.324 in the original steel version.

The dial is now ebony black with the signature embossed carbon pattern, but with the minute markers in sky blue, yellow or red. The seconds track has been changed from the steel model, into what I would describe as a racing style track again in colours matching the seconds hand and minute track. The design is influenced by motor sport.

Once again, it’s a bold move taking Patek out of its traditional design aesthetic. It will add a classic sporting option to the Calatrava range. The Calatrava collection is now very diverse and different from the days of the ref.3796/5196, 3919,5116 etc. The classic watches are being replaced with a more dynamic collection, with these new 6007, the Calatrava weekly calendar, the new 24-hour travel time Calatrava as well as the 6119.

Of the range, as bold as the new references are, the steel was easily my choice for its rarity, metal choice and aesthetic.

and that's it from me, my last post with live pictures from W&W for WPS. Its been a pleasure to make the effort (at my own expense) from Baselworld/W&W  to try and give you a flavour of the new releases over the years. I hand that baton over to FabR who I am sure will make the effort to keep this tradition of live reviews from the fairs going, going back to the great moderators like Dje, Smallluxuryworld (Oliver Meindl), Forvesta. 

its been a ride.

memories

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