Released in 2015 at Baselworld, the Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time ref. 5524G was the most talked about timepiece in the community for various reasons. Taking its inspiration from their first ever pilot’s watch from the 1930s, it is was unknown to many that the firm were producing pilot’s watches back then and rightfully so, as these extremely rare examples were produced in very small quantities as prototypes. To some, the launch of the ref. 5524G was deemed as a revelation for the firm as they embraced the concept of modernization of a pilot’s dual-time wristwatch. Some disagreed as it was not a replica of the vertical chronograph from the 1930s, but a completely new watch with minimal linkage to the original example. However, with that said, the controversial element of the timepiece is perhaps the reason why it was highly sought-after in the market when it was launched.

Encased in a 42mm diameter white gold Calatrava-style case, the watch features an Art Deco inspired dial with oversized luminous filled applied white gold Arabic numerals against a grainy matte dark navy blue dial, blued sword hands and an additional skeletonized hand for the second time zone with apertures for day and night indication for each time zone, while a register at 6 o’clock indicates the date. The case features two patent pending adjusters for setting the additional time zone. In 2018, Patek Philippe released their first ladies Calatrava Pilot’s Travel Time ref. 7234R after a successful reception of the ref. 5524G.

The present example Patek Philippe ref. 5524G-001 from circa 2018 is offered by its original owner and is preserved in excellent overall condition, complete with its full set of accessories.