Patek Philippe reference 5565 was officially launched in 2006 in celebration of the reopening of the Geneva boutique. Extremely elegant, the production was limited to 300 pieces and was exclusively made available in the newly renovated Salon. Most notably cased in stainless steel, the timepiece was fitted with a special caseback adorned with the architectural depiction of the boutique as well as “Patek Philippe Geneve 1839 - 1982 - 2006”, three important dates within the history of Patek Philippe, that being; the founding of the company, the original opening of the Geneva Salon, and the Salon's reopening celebrated by the present timepiece.

Reference 5565 takes its inspiration from reference 565 which was first launched in 1938. Considered one of the most classic gentleman wristwatches of the 20th century, the reference 565 featured innovative and enduring qualities, most notably the two-piece Taubert case with screw down caseback, rendering the timepiece the first water resistant watch from the famous Geneva based watchmaker. Architecturally the two references are similar, however reference 5565 has a slightly bigger case diameter and showcases a beautifully symmetric two-tone dial with applied arabic and baton indexes. Fitted with the caliber 215 PS, the movement perfectly exemplifies the know-how and finesse the Genevan brand is best-known for.

The present watch is preserved in excellent condition and is accompanied by its Patek Philippe Certificate, Attestation, commemorative medal, product literature, leather wallet and presentation box. The steel case combined with the limited availability renders the present timepiece truly sought-after classic for the connoisseur of fine and rare timepieces.