Name: Patek Philippe Complications 5170
Brand: Patek Philippe
SKU: WPS-236131
Price: 49250.00 GBP
Availability: Discontinued

Description

The Patek Philippe reference 5170 was first introduced seven years ago, as the latest chapter in a legacy of great manually-wound, two-register chronographs. Replacing the Lemania-powered 5070, the reference 5170 was originally produced exclusively in yellow-gold, as the 5170J, before later adopting the grey-gold case featured in this example, titled the 5170G-010.

The reference 5170G-010 in particular, harks back to much admired Patek Philippe chronographs of the 1940s, displaying leaf-shaped hands (reminiscent of early ‘dress watches’), with a stark black dial and applied, 'oversized' Breguet numerals – classically sized, at 39.4mm in case diameter.

The 5170G-010 has a black, opalescent dial with two, uniform subsidiary dials at 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock respectively. The dial is classically understated, balancing the outer-minute track perfectly. The watch displays five hands - hours, minutes, and seconds for the time, with seconds and minute hands for the chronograph; the latter of which - instantaneously jumping every 30 minutes. Overall, the dial layout is cleanly designed, with the chronograph highly-legible in a variety of lighting conditions. The 5170G-010 also has a stop-seconds feature, making accurate synchronization when the crown is pulled, all the more convenient.

This seemingly unworn example, comes as a full set with an unworn Patek Philippe, gloss black, alligator strap; sealed Patek Philippe white-gold deployant; new white-gold Patek Philippe buckle and its accompanying box and original paperwork.

Viewings can be arranged in Central London by appointment.

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type: Manual

Caliber: CH 29-535 PS

Power Reserve: 65h

Case

Material: 18k White Gold, Rose Gold, or Yellow Gold

Diameter: 39.4 mm

Thickness: 10.9 mm

Water Resist.: 30m

Crystal: Sapphire

Bezel: Polished

Dial & Strap

Dial: Silver, Black, or Opaline

Strap: Leather strap

Production: 2010-2019

📖 About This Reference

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.