5059P | Saatchi London Edition | Platinum
A classic configuration of the Patek Philippe Reference 5059P-018, which combines a platinum case with a deep blue dial. It was announced alongside a small family of references at the brand’s 2015 Grand Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London and produced in very finite numbers. It represents a simplification on the dial layout on the original Reference 5059 that was produced between 1998 and 2006. Visible through the officer-style hinged caseback is the Calibre 315 S QR bearing a Geneva seal - a movement older than the watch itself.
The Patek Philippe Reference 5059 was first introduced in 1998 and produced through to 2006. It featured a perpetual calendar with a centrally mounted retrograde date display and was powered by the self-winding calibre 315 S QR.
For its 2015 Grand Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London, Patek Philippe presented a series of discontinued references, utilising unused movements and cases from series production. They came with dial variations not seen in the original collection and were produced in very limited numbers. Besides references such as the 5070, the 3940, the brand released a redesigned iteration of the Reference 5059.
Owing to the success of these "Saatchi" examples, Patek Philippe would go on to make a examples for collectors that are part of the "Vintage Collection", but a distinction must be made between the original few showcased at the London Grand Exhibition and the examples that came after the event. This particular Reference 5059P-018 is part of the few original examples showcased at the exhibition, and while it is believed that only a handful of examples were created, it is not unlikely that more could have been created over the years in response to collector requests.
Called the Reference 5059P-018, this iteration features a blue dial with a simplified layout over the original reference. It has a 36mm platinum case that is 13.5mm tall, owing mostly to the officer-style hinged caseback. The wide bezel is domed, with this rounded form repeated in the midcase and the curvature of the hinged caseback. The thin lugs are wide in profile and curve down dramatically. They are 20mm apart and feature pins that are screwed in. The watch comes fitted with a fresh alligator grained leather strap secured by a signed deployant clasp.
The blue dial features silvered minute plots on the outer reaches followed by an applied chapter of thin, elongated Roman hours. The lack of delineated sectors, like on the original reference 5059, makes for a cleaner appearance. The hour chapter encloses the arc of the retrograde pointer date display. This chapter is printed in off-white and is plied by an arrow-tipped hand that is similar in colour. This visually distinguishes it from the rounded form of the feuille-style hours and minutes hands. Located 9 and 3 o’clock are the day and month indictors while the leap year window is located at 12 o’clock and contained within the arc of the date display. The moonphase display lies at 6 o’clock. The four correctors for the perpetual calendar display are located between the lugs, with one positioned just under the knurled crown.
To accommodate the hinged caseback, the part of the case surrounding the crown has been lent additional body. This acts almost as a crown guard. The caseback features a raised lip that aids its opening. The brand mark, logo, precious metal hallmarks and case numbers are etched on the inside of this caseback. It attaches to the raised lip of the display caseback securely.
Visible through the sapphire crystal is the self-winding calibre 315 S QR. It beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour offers 45 hours of reserve and is adjusted to six positions. The baseplate is adorned with perlage while the bridges feature uniform striping. The engravings on the bridges are done in gold. The movement is topped with a full-size golden rotor with Côtes de Genève and an engraved Geneva seal.
The set includes the box and paperwork the watch retailed with as well as the pusher for the calendar correctors. It represents a thoroughly modern interpretation of a classic Patek Philippe perpetual calendar with a hinged caseback.
Closer look
| Brand: | Patek Philippe |
| Model: | Saatchi London Edition ref. 5059P-018 |
| Movement: | automatic calibre 315 S-QR |
| Functions: | perpetual calendar (leap year indicator, month, retrograde date, day, moonphase) |
| Features: | limited edition, blue dial, Geneva seal, hinged caseback (with display back underneath) |
| Case material: | platinum |
| Case diameter: | 36mm |
| Case thickness: |
13mm |
| Lug-to-lug: |
44mm |
| Crystal: | sapphire front |
| Strap: | Patek Philippe navy alligator strap, brown alligator strap, Patek Philippe platinum deployant clasp |
| Lug width: | 19 x 14mm |
| Year: | 2016 |
| Accompanying materials: | Patek Philippe outer box & inner watch winding box, outer box & inner leather presentation folder, original presentation case, certificate of origin (signed, stamped & dated), EMTO case inspection sheet, pin pusher, hangtag |
Condition
This Patek Philippe Reference 5059 is in excellent overall condition, having only been worn on a handful of occasions since it was brand new. As such, the case is preserved in close to new condition, with only minor blemishes/superficial marks. Likewise, the dial, movement and hands are free of any signs of imperfection.
Warranty
The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
Description
A classic configuration of the Patek Philippe Reference 5059P-018, which combines a platinum case with a deep blue dial. It was announced alongside a small family of references at the brand’s 2015 Grand Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London and produced in very finite numbers. It represents a simplification on the dial layout on the original Reference 5059 that was produced between 1998 and 2006. Visible through the officer-style hinged caseback is the Calibre 315 S QR bearing a Geneva seal - a movement older than the watch itself.
The Patek Philippe Reference 5059 was first introduced in 1998 and produced through to 2006. It featured a perpetual calendar with a centrally mounted retrograde date display and was powered by the self-winding calibre 315 S QR.
For its 2015 Grand Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London, Patek Philippe presented a series of discontinued references, utilising unused movements and cases from series production. They came with dial variations not seen in the original collection and were produced in very limited numbers. Besides references such as the 5070, the 3940, the brand released a redesigned iteration of the Reference 5059.
Owing to the success of these "Saatchi" examples, Patek Philippe would go on to make a examples for collectors that are part of the "Vintage Collection", but a distinction must be made between the original few showcased at the London Grand Exhibition and the examples that came after the event. This particular Reference 5059P-018 is part of the few original examples showcased at the exhibition, and while it is believed that only a handful of examples were created, it is not unlikely that more could have been created over the years in response to collector requests.
Called the Reference 5059P-018, this iteration features a blue dial with a simplified layout over the original reference. It has a 36mm platinum case that is 13.5mm tall, owing mostly to the officer-style hinged caseback. The wide bezel is domed, with this rounded form repeated in the midcase and the curvature of the hinged caseback. The thin lugs are wide in profile and curve down dramatically. They are 20mm apart and feature pins that are screwed in. The watch comes fitted with a fresh alligator grained leather strap secured by a signed deployant clasp.
The blue dial features silvered minute plots on the outer reaches followed by an applied chapter of thin, elongated Roman hours. The lack of delineated sectors, like on the original reference 5059, makes for a cleaner appearance. The hour chapter encloses the arc of the retrograde pointer date display. This chapter is printed in off-white and is plied by an arrow-tipped hand that is similar in colour. This visually distinguishes it from the rounded form of the feuille-style hours and minutes hands. Located 9 and 3 o’clock are the day and month indictors while the leap year window is located at 12 o’clock and contained within the arc of the date display. The moonphase display lies at 6 o’clock. The four correctors for the perpetual calendar display are located between the lugs, with one positioned just under the knurled crown.
To accommodate the hinged caseback, the part of the case surrounding the crown has been lent additional body. This acts almost as a crown guard. The caseback features a raised lip that aids its opening. The brand mark, logo, precious metal hallmarks and case numbers are etched on the inside of this caseback. It attaches to the raised lip of the display caseback securely.
Visible through the sapphire crystal is the self-winding calibre 315 S QR. It beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour offers 45 hours of reserve and is adjusted to six positions. The baseplate is adorned with perlage while the bridges feature uniform striping. The engravings on the bridges are done in gold. The movement is topped with a full-size golden rotor with Côtes de Genève and an engraved Geneva seal.
The set includes the box and paperwork the watch retailed with as well as the pusher for the calendar correctors. It represents a thoroughly modern interpretation of a classic Patek Philippe perpetual calendar with a hinged caseback.
Closer look
| Brand: | Patek Philippe |
| Model: | Saatchi London Edition ref. 5059P-018 |
| Movement: | automatic calibre 315 S-QR |
| Functions: | perpetual calendar (leap year indicator, month, retrograde date, day, moonphase) |
| Features: | limited edition, blue dial, Geneva seal, hinged caseback (with display back underneath) |
| Case material: | platinum |
| Case diameter: | 36mm |
| Case thickness: |
13mm |
| Lug-to-lug: |
44mm |
| Crystal: | sapphire front |
| Strap: | Patek Philippe navy alligator strap, brown alligator strap, Patek Philippe platinum deployant clasp |
| Lug width: | 19 x 14mm |
| Year: | 2016 |
| Accompanying materials: | Patek Philippe outer box & inner watch winding box, outer box & inner leather presentation folder, original presentation case, certificate of origin (signed, stamped & dated), EMTO case inspection sheet, pin pusher, hangtag |
Condition
This Patek Philippe Reference 5059 is in excellent overall condition, having only been worn on a handful of occasions since it was brand new. As such, the case is preserved in close to new condition, with only minor blemishes/superficial marks. Likewise, the dial, movement and hands are free of any signs of imperfection.
Warranty
The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
