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This Patek Philippe Ref# 5070R-001 is complete. Accompanied with original certificate of origin, with no name, instruction manual, wallet and box. The watch is fitted with the 27-70 CHR caliber 24-jewel manual wind movement # 3147936; case # 4257088. This example is in excellent condition and appears to be unpolished, with very crisp hallmarks.
The 5070R chronograph manual-wind watch, features a 42 mm case. This is a rose gold example with silver dial and rose gold deployment buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, second hand, and chronograph.
The 5070R chronograph manual-wind watch, features a 42 mm case. This is a rose gold example with silver dial and rose gold deployment buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, second hand, and chronograph.
ESSAY:
The Patek Philippe reference 5070 was the first chronograph-only wristwatch released by the firm since the 1960s when production of the iconic water resistant reference 1463 ceased. Introduced in 1998 at Basel, it was something of a shock to collectors that Patek would choose to reintroduce their chronograph-only line in such bold fashion – particularly the oversized 42mm case diameter and the dramatically thick, stepped bezel. First released in 18K yellow gold with a black dial, such as the present example, the manufacture drew inspiration for the design of the 5070 from a unique, split-seconds chronograph wristwatch from the early 1950s:
- Watch Specifications -
- Watch Specifications -
Reference Number: 5070R
Year: 2004
Movement: Manual Winding, Caliber 27-70
Case Diameter: 42mm
Dial Color: Silver
Band Type: Alligator Strap
Functions: Chronograph
Thickness: 13mm
Condition: Mint