5004

The ref 5004 closely follows then the 5070. Some are genuinely unique dials but some where made in a very small series. However, to put all this into perspective I predict that only 50-100 pieces were made. Consider approximately 3000 pieces were made, th

of the trio, but my heart goes to 5004J. Pic by SJX

Here are three Perpetual Calendar Split Second Chronographs ref. 5004 belonging to the collection of @ryochan5711 : Platinum - silver dial (5004P) White gold - salmon dial (5004G) Rose gold - silver dial (5004R) Rose gold is my top choice , for its unique

Let's start with these two titans , both belonging to the mind-blowing collection of @ryochan5711 : Roger Dubuis Sympathie 34 Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar Chronograph in palladium Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Split Seconds Chronograph , ref. 5004G

To me, the 5960, in all iterations and metals, but especially in platinum, is the definition of Patek Philippe in the first quarter of the 21st century. This is what horological history is made of. Design, complications, practicality, complexity. All of t

I’ve never tried on a 5004, but I’ve tried on a 5204 and the thickness didn’t feel right on my wrist. Best, Emmanuel

5004 in any metal!!!! Did I say 5004?? The arabics. The split second. The history. The movement. The endearing size and so called “hamburger” effect. It’s a quintessential Patek and one of the all time greats. The others are beautiful. I am fortunate enou

So for me it’s the 5270( with the chin), due to the bigger month-day and cleaner overall look of the dial. But to be honest, for me personally, nothing beats the 3970. The 5270 family: Best, Zsolt.

For me the 5270 is the winner. I like the lugs and dial layout. From a practical standpoint, when I was in the process of acquiring a PP PCC, it was the one in production. 5004 is fantastic in its own right, the pushers and crown make it less desirable to

Battle of three Patek Philippe titans : Ref. 5270J-001 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with caliber CH 29-535 PS Q - 41 x 12.8 x 49.5 mm case Ref. 5970J Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with caliber CH 27-70 Q - 40 x 13.3 x 46.4 mm case Ref. 5004P-021 Perpet