One of the great classics of modern Patek Philippe history, the reference 5004 was produced between 1994 and 2010. It is the first Patek Philippe serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with split-seconds. Together with the reference 5070 and 5970, it is the last Patek Philippe model to employ the “Nouvelle Lemania”-based caliber. The aesthetics of the watch are based on the reference 3970, with subtle differences: the vast majority of dials feature large Arabic numerals instead of baton markers most often found on the ref. 3970; the case is thicker and 0.8 mm wider as a result of the split-seconds complication, granting it a more substantial wrist presence.

The intricacy of the split-seconds module added to the already complex perpetual calendar chronograph and the extremely high finishing standard of the company commanded an incredibly slow production rate. Out of the five serially produced materials used for the 5004 – being yellow gold, white gold, pink gold, platinum, and stainless steel – white gold is believed to be the rarest with only 26 examples known to-date.

The present fresh-to-market reference 5004 in white gold is offered by the original owner and accompanied with all its original accessories as delivered by the factory. Further enhancing the present lot’s desirability, this ref. 5004G-015 is only the ninth example fitted with the black baton dial configuration to appear on the public market. Widely thought of as one of the most desirable contemporary references by Patek Philippe, the combination of the subtle luster of white gold, rarity, and completeness make this an exceptional acquisition for the discerning collector.

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