Not a lot of talk about Patek's Pilot offerings

My buddy is interested in AP Offshore Chronos (43mm) and tried several on with me last weekend at the AP boutique in Doha. Then we walked across the hall to Patek and he immediately tried on the chunkiest piece available on display which was the 5924G-010. The Patek was a 42mm and he was surprised how much he liked it. It had the weight/heft but a smoother chunkiness and generally more polished and formal appearance compared to the industrial AP Offshore Chrono. Comparing dials of the two - the AP Offshore is more of a feast for the eyes if you're looking for in-your-face masculine, rugged sportiness. While the Patek Pilot Chrono was a quieter more tailored version of those aspects. He was quite confused as to which he preferred because his pre-conceived notion was that Patek would be too elegant, thin and dressy.

I took photos of both on his wrist and when he goes back and looks at them he was quite surprised at how much the Patek Pilot was keeping his interest! Very glad that Patek offers this chunky beauty!

Best,

Robert

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By: pessoa00 : June 6th, 2023-20:11

Tried these Pilots at the AD today. I first saw both versions of the 5924 at the Patek window at Watches & Wonders, but they didn’t grab my attention then. Now, having tried this khaki green on the wrist I was quite impressed and ended up asking to reserv...

A couple more pictures

By: pessoa00 : June 6th, 2023-20:21

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IMO most important is how each

By: GLau : June 6th, 2023-22:15

feel on your wrist. In terms of 7234s, the R matches your skin tone well based on the photos

By: pessoa00 : June 6th, 2023-22:31

Thanks. The rose gold is the 5524, so the same size of the 5924, but slimmer. Maybe the angle of the photos make it look smaller.

nice pick up around 35-38k for the 5524 or low 30s for the ladies versions

By: Dauster : June 14th, 2023-22:25

retail seems quite steep for me but I do like them.

Cool ref

By: TeutonicCarFan : June 6th, 2023-20:59

I like the smaller one, RG with brown dial

Thanks for sharing your opinion and pictures on these beautiful pieces, that we don't see as often here! Every since we announced the new Ref. 5924 with the 2023 Collection, I did notice an increased interest among connoisseurs for our "pilot" offering..

By: FabR : June 7th, 2023-00:07

The case, which is the same diameter for all four current 5xxx "Complication" pilot models (but it's obviously a tad thicker for the 5924 chronos), looks perfect on your wrist....so follow your heart, like they say, and be certain that in any event you'll...

I have seen the blue 5924 a couple of weeks ago…

By: south : June 7th, 2023-14:31

and I let it go in favor of the 5935. I loved the dial of the 5924 but it is a tad too thick for my liking.

I remember, hard to go wrong with the 5935! An original choice in many areas that will likely be a future classic! ;-)

By: FabR : June 7th, 2023-22:57

My 5524 remains one of my favorite. So versatile and legible. It’s a fantastic watch. Will also say that it’s one of Thierry’s favorite pieces.

Totally agree

By: britishone : June 18th, 2023-03:00

I do also, but wear the 5524 almost daily. Works well for business and great for casual wear. Super legible and looks awesome on blue strap.

Looks like a few pilots have landed on your ADs strip at once!

By: The Wellingtonian : June 8th, 2023-01:44

I havent seen the most recent but have tried the older versions. They are very legible but can be viewed as quite bold. Depending on what you are looking for you may find those qualities desirable (or not). They appear very modern to me! Again, that may b...

I am the proud owner of a Pilot 5524R. I receive lots of compliments when I wear it. It is very versatile, timeless and functional. The leather strap is much more durable than the crocodile straps on my other Patek Philippe watches.

By: tonystark2029 : June 28th, 2025-17:32

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