Yasuharu Abe's Patek Philippe Theory ~No. 258~ Introducing two rare models recommended by Abe!

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Today, we would like to introduce some popular models that do not come with a warranty but are in low circulation on the market! Please stay with us until the end!

"Ref.5326G-001"
"Annual Calendar Travel Time" 18KWG

The "Annual Calendar Travel Time" "Ref. 5326G-001" was announced as a new model for 2022.

This watch features a textured lacquered anthracite dial with a texture that makes you want to touch it. The gradation from the center to the outer periphery, the syringe-shaped hands that are reminiscent of a syringe, and the Arabic numerals combine to create an expressive finish.

Even so, many people were surprised not only by the stylish design, but also by the functionality. Until now, there have been models equipped with a "chronograph" in the "travel time" mechanism, but this model has added an "annual calendar" that no one had thought of, and it defied expectations in a good way.

With a case diameter of 41mm and a case thickness of 11.07mm, it is truly amazing that it can house two complex mechanisms.

Additionally, the side of the case features the Clous de Paris pattern, which is often used as bezel decoration. This pattern was previously only used on "exceptional models" such as the Grand Complication, so you can really feel Patek Philippe's passion and attachment to this model.

In the conventional model equipped with the "Travel Time" mechanism, there are push buttons at the 8 o'clock and 10 o'clock positions, and by pressing these, the "LOCAL TIME" can be moved forward or backward by one hour. However, in this model, there are no push buttons, and there is no place to adjust it with a pin or the like.

In fact, with this model, by pulling the crown out once and turning it clockwise, the "LOCAL TIME" can be set forward by one hour, and by turning it counterclockwise, it can be set forward by one hour. This makes it much more convenient as it prevents the "LOCAL TIME" from being operated by mistake.

Here is another question. If the "LOCAL TIME" at the 8 o'clock position is the day before the "HOME TIME" at the 4 o'clock position, the date display will return to the previous day, but what will happen to the complicated mechanism of the "annual calendar"? Will it break? This is a concern.

In conventional "annual calendars," the date advance takes about 90 minutes at midnight, so if the time zone is adjusted during this time, the date display may be out of sync. However, the movement installed in this watch has been scaled up to only 18 minutes, which is about one-fifth of the unadjustable time. I'm simply impressed that such attention has been paid to such small details.

The movement, "Cal.31-260 PS QA LU FUS 24H", which is equipped with a new mechanism that can be viewed through the sapphire crystal skeleton back, uses a platinum unidirectional winding micro-rotor.

Although there is no warranty card, all other accessories are included and it is in very good condition. In addition, it currently comes with a replacement black calf strap with an embossed fabric pattern, and the beige calf strap with a nubuck finish shows no signs of use.
*There is a scratch on the back of the lug that appears to have been caused when the belt was replaced.

The selling price is 9,768,000 yen (tax included)

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"Ref.5330G-001"
"Complication World Time Date" 18KWG

The "World Time" Ref. 5330G-001 was announced as a new model for 2024.

It is based on the "Ref. 5330G-010", which was released in a limited edition of 300 pieces at the "Watch Art Grand Exhibition (Tokyo 2023)" held in 2023.

This watch was first unveiled at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024, held in Geneva, Switzerland in April 2024, and it was the model that caught my eye the most out of all the new models announced.

The 18KWG (white gold) case features a refreshing blue-gray opaline dial, with the same carbon pattern as the "World Time Chronograph" "Ref. 5935A-001" in the center of the dial. The hand-stitched denim-patterned blue-gray calf strap matches the dial perfectly, giving it a casual feel.

The case size is 40mm, which is suitable for daily use, and the thickness is suppressed to 11.57mm, so there is no stress when wearing it, and it is rather comfortable to wear. Also, compared to the current model equipped with the "World Time" mechanism, the lugs have a clear step shape, which is a very pleasing face.

Another important feature is the addition of the "pointer date" function to the world time mechanism, which is an innovative feature that changes the date in conjunction with the local time. In addition, the hands are made of glass except for the red-painted tip, so they do not spoil the dial design. At first glance, some people may not even notice the presence of the hands.

The automatic movement "Ref. 240 HU C", which can be seen through the sapphire crystal skeleton back, is based on the "Cal. 240 HU" that has been installed in the first "World Time" "Ref. 5110", and uses a unidirectional winding micro-rotor made of 22K gold.

This watch also does not come with a warranty card, but all other accessories are complete and in very good condition. Although there are some wrinkles due to storage, the belt has not been used, and although there are fine scratches on the case that can be seen with a magnifying glass, it is an unused item that has never been worn.

The selling price is 9,658,000 yen (tax included)

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This time, we have introduced two popular models that are in low circulation on the market and perfect for the upcoming season. These are models that you rarely get to see in person, so please take this opportunity to come to our store and check them out!

We will continue to introduce as many attractive and highly recommended models as possible, so please look forward to our next article!

See you next time!