Good evening everyone.
Today, we would like to introduce two attractive "Grand Complication" models, "Ref. 5270G-001" and "Ref. 5270/1R-001", which have just arrived in store.
Please enjoy until the end.
"Ref.5270G-001"
"Perpetual Calendar Chronograph" 18KWG
The Ref. 5270G-001 was released in 2011 as the successor to the Ref. 3970, the third-generation Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, which was manufactured from 1986 to 2004. When it was first released, it was only available in the 18KWG (white gold) version we are introducing here.
The biggest change from the previous "Ref. 3970" is that the movement has been changed from the Lemania-based "Cal. CH 27-70 Q" to the fully in-house made movement "Cal. CH 29-535 PS Q."
This is the first model of the "Ref. 5270," and its design features an opaline silver dial with black oxidized hour and minute hands, indexes, and a railroad track around the outer edge of the dial.
From the second generation onwards, a tachymeter scale has been placed on the outer periphery of the dial, but enthusiasts have already noticed, right? That's right, the "Ref. 5270P-014", which was announced as a new model in 2022 and features a platinum case with a black gradient lacquered green dial, uses a railroad instead of a tachymeter scale on the outer periphery of the dial. The fact that the dial design pays homage to the first model makes me fantasize that this model will be the final one in the "Ref. 5270" series.
The basic layout of the dial has not changed from previous models, but two small windows have been added, one for the leap year cycle between the 4 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions, and one for day and night between the 7 o'clock and 8 o'clock positions. In addition, the 30-minute counter hand at the 3 o'clock position and the second hand at the 9 o'clock position have been slightly lowered to the 6 o'clock position, improving visibility.
The stepped lug design, which I once thought was a bit odd, is now one of the cool features and I think it's a well-crafted case design. Incidentally, the reverse bezel is the same design as that used for the historic "Perpetual Calendar Chronograph" model "Ref. 2499," which can only be found at overseas auctions.
The hand-wound movement, which can be seen through the sapphire crystal skeleton back, is a fully in-house manufactured movement, "Cal. CH 29-535 PS Q." Although it is equipped with a perpetual calendar mechanism in addition to a chronograph, it is only 7mm thick and boasts a maximum power reserve of 65 hours when the chronograph is not in operation.
The watch will be overhauled and the case finished by the manufacturer in August 2022, and there are still about two years left of the manufacturer's repair warranty, so you can use it with peace of mind, which is a big plus. With such a complex mechanism, it's only natural that the overhaul costs would be high, but including the case finishing, the total came to about 400,000 yen... you could buy a whole watch with it (laughs).
Accessories include a warranty card, "Ref. 5270" instruction manual, booklets, a pass case, back cover, adjustment pins, and a repair invoice.
The selling price is 17,820,000 yen (tax included)
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Currently, there are almost no "Ref. 5270" models with leather straps available in Japan. And because this is the first series, I think it's one of the models to look forward to in the future.
"Ref.5270/1R-001"
"Perpetual Calendar Chronograph" 18KRG
The "Ref. 5270/1R-001" was released as a new model for 2018, with an 18KRG (rose gold) case and a bracelet made of the same material.
The combination of 18KRG (rose gold) and ebony black sunburst dial is a very cool model that exudes a mature sexiness. Generally, black dial watches are the standard, but I have the impression that they are becoming less common in Patek Philippe's complications and grand complications.
By the way, in the same year, the "Ref. 5270P-001" with a platinum case and golden opaline dial was also released. The dial has a very tasteful color called "salmon pink" or "copper", and the Arabic numerals are applied from the 10 o'clock to 2 o'clock positions. This one is also simply cool.
Returning to our topic, this watch was barely worn by the previous owner, so although there are minor scratches from storage and discoloration on the case and bracelet due to oxidation, it is still in excellent condition.
The fully in-house manufactured movement, "Cal. CH 29-535 PS Q", viewed through the sapphire crystal skeleton case back is simply breathtaking.
The warranty date is March 2019. Of course, all accessories including the case back and adjustment pins are included, and the watch is in untouched, very beautiful condition.
The selling price is 23,870,000 yen (tax included)
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This is the current model, and the official domestic retail price is 27,643,000 yen (tax included). There are few units sold in the domestic secondary market, and the cheapest one is about 26 million yen (tax included). As we have said many times, the official domestic retail price has already been raised twice this year, and depending on the model, it has increased by about 20%. When it comes to expensive models like Grand Complications, it's scary to even think about it. If you are interested, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
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What did you think?
This time, we have introduced two watches from the recommended "Perpetual Calendar Chronograph" "Ref. 5270" series. Putting the price aside for now, Patek Philippe's superb models are simply cool.
Of course, I am always available to answer any questions you may have, even if they are minor, so if you have any concerns, please feel free to contact me. I will do my best to support you!
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