Lot #3060
Patek Philippe Calatrava Officer's Case 5153G-001 Black Dial 18k WG
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Introduction
Easily situated amongst the most iconic dress watches ever, the Patek Philippe Calatrava embodies the very essence of what a classically-styled timepiece should look like. Defining the entire market niche in 1932 when it debuted, the Calatrava has become the foundation of Patek Philippe’s elegant offerings, with the collection growing to include a multitude of references of various designs across a variety of dials, materials, complications and more – which the example we present here proves, the Patek Philippe ref. 5153G. A stunning example of an officer watch, the ref. 5153G features the collection’s emblematic round case with a solid hinged caseback which provides a beautiful view of the gorgeously finished automatic cal. 324 movement found beneath it when its opened. With straight soldered lugs featuring screw-in bars further emphasising the historical officer watch aesthetic, the ref. 5153G is a distinctive watch in its unique design as a modern Patek Philippe. With a glossy black dial featuring case-matching 18kt white gold hands and indices, the ref. 5153G is a monochromatic beauty that will look immaculate on any wrist and stand proud with its distinctive design language that we seldom see any more in today's horological landscape.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$12,000 – $18,000
The Details
Brand
Patek Philippe
Dimensions
38mm
Model
Calatrava Officer's Watch
Movement
Automatic cal. 324 SC
Reference
5153G-001
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2016
Condition
Excellent
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Boasting an understated black dial with white gold hands and indices, the ref 5153G is decidedly under-the-radar, just like the majority of Calatrava models, except it has a party trick that very few other models have.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
THE CASEBACK
Boasting a hinged caseback as its party trick, the ref. 5153 can provide its wearer with the pleasure of looking at its movement, while also retaining the structural integrity of a solid caseback. The best of both worlds.
Condition
Watch is in excellent overall condition. The case shows signs of wear, with a few visible marks and scratches along the polished bezel, as well as some minor wear along the other surfaces. The strap comes with its original deployant buckle.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
The white gold ref. 5153G with black dial was launched in 2011 with great fanfare. In fact, the watch release was billed a ‘matter of honor’ in respect to the officer case tradition. The press release eloquently stated the following: “As in all other officer’s wristwatches, one of the key assets of the Ref. 5153 is the case in 18K yellow gold with the hinged cover that protects the case back. It is one of the most elaborate horological constructions that are still being built. From the front, it reveals the classic sleekness of a Calatrava with a mirror-polished, rounded bezel. Only a few modest details suggest that it is an officer’s-style case: the straight lugs with the screwed strap bars, the knurled turban-style crown, and the small case extension ridge on the crown side. This element hides the hinge for the cover that protects the screwed case back with the sapphire window. Such details clearly manifest the precision, the care, and the skill with which the manufacture’s cases are made.”
John Reardon
Collectability.com
