Patek Philippe - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII Hong Kong Friday, May 24, 2024 | Phillips

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  • Description

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  • Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
    Year: Circa 2017
    Reference No: 5960/1A-001
    Movement No: 5’905’901
    Case No: 6’051’289
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, CH 28-520 IRM QA 24H, 40 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, max length 175mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 40.5mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Cortina Watch Co., Ltd Taiwan dated 31st March 2017, 3 additional links, instruction manual, product literature, setting pin, leather folio, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Building on their reputation for crafting intricate movements, Patek Philippe sought to combine a chronograph with the annual calendar, resulting in the creation of the reference 5960. This reference, first released in 2006, was Patek Philippe's first in-house, automatic annual calendar flyback chronograph wristwatch. To commemorate this significant milestone, the reference 5960 was initially launched in platinum with a smoky grey dial, and subsequently in various precious metals such as pink and white gold.

    The reference 5960 was met with great enthusiasm from collectors, and it's not difficult to understand why. The timepiece featuring a distinctive bull's eye register chronograph and pump pushers offered a fresh and contemporary aesthetic. Building on this legacy, Patek Philippe introduced another appealing variant in 2014, this time in stainless steel and paired with the brand's signature rice bead bracelet.

    The present example boasts a stunning silvery-white dial, which creates a striking contrast against the bold black ring accents and hour markers. The inclusion of racing red chronograph hands adds a sporty touch to the timepiece. This collection stands out as an elegant sports watch, offering a distinct alternative to Patek Philippe's renowned Nautilus lineup. Complete with its certificate and presentation box, it appeals to collectors seeking something different and classic from the prestigious Patek Philippe brand.

  • Artist Biography

    Patek Philippe

    Swiss • 1839

    Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.

    Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.

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Ref. 5960/1A-001
A fine and rare stainless steel annual calendar flyback chronograph wristwatch with power reserve, day and night indication, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, setting pin and presentation box

Circa 2017
40.5mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$275,000 - 430,000 
€33,000-51,600
$35,300-55,100

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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XVIII

Hong Kong Auction 24 - 25 May 2024