Patek Philippe 5270G Blue Dial Review

Mark in Paris · 2014-02-28T06:14:11Z

Mark in Paris reviews the Patek Philippe 5270G blue dial. Discover insights on its color, dial changes, and community debate on its design.

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Mark in Paris offers a personal review of the Patek Philippe 5270G with a blue dial, focusing on its aesthetic appeal and the subtle changes to the dial. His hands-on impressions provide valuable insights into how the watch's color and the 'belly' at 6 o'clock translate in person, moving beyond close-up photography.

Hey everyone,

Since I saw the fantastic pictures from our friend Oliver I really needed to go and see the watch by myself. I wanted to see how the blue looks like in this 5270G and if the changes on the dial (especially the 6 o'cloch sub-dial) were fine to me.

Well, I must say I found it really appealing.

The blue color is as light as the close-up pics from Oliver. The color is not neutral as it is shining a little bit. But there is no color change as on a Nautilus dial coating neither.

This shine gives more life to the dial than a mate finish or a normal paint.

Personally, I would have prefered a slightly darker blue. This is the only thing I would improve on the watch.

As for the "belly", I was afraid it would be too obvious. But this would mean that I forget that our pictures are close-ups of watches and make everything look bigger.

In the metal the "belly" doesn"t bring any unbalanced feeling and, among all the details of the dial (scale, minute ring, numerals), you don't pay attention to it.

To be clear, this detail wouldn't stop me from buying that watch.

As usual, the winding feeling is fantastic (soft) as is the pushers activation. Very similar to the Dato's ones.

A very nice move from Patek in the 5270 line imho.

Cheers, Mark

This message has been edited by Mark in Paris on 2015-06-21 07:42:26

About the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ref. 5270

The Patek Philippe Grand Complications reference 5270 is a perpetual calendar chronograph, succeeding the highly regarded reference 5970. It represents a significant evolution in Patek Philippe's grand complications lineup, being the first perpetual calendar chronograph to feature an in-house developed movement. This transition from a modified Nouvelle Lemania base caliber to a fully integrated Patek Philippe movement marks a notable advancement in the brand's technical independence and horological prowess. The 5270 maintains the classic aesthetic of its predecessors while introducing subtle design refinements.

The reference 5270 is housed in a 41 mm case, available in 18k white gold, rose gold, or yellow gold. The case design is characterized by a concave bezel and two-tier lugs, contributing to its distinctive profile. It is powered by the manual-winding caliber CH 29-535 PS Q, an integrated chronograph movement with a perpetual calendar mechanism. This movement offers a power reserve of approximately 55 hours and is protected by a sapphire crystal, ensuring water resistance up to 30 meters.

This reference appeals to collectors seeking a modern interpretation of a classic grand complication from Patek Philippe. Its in-house movement and refined case details distinguish it within the brand's offerings. Multiple dial variants have been produced, including silver, blue, and opaline, providing collectors with a range of aesthetic choices. The 5270 continues the tradition of Patek Philippe's perpetual calendar chronographs, offering a blend of technical sophistication and traditional design.

Specifications

Caliber: CH 29-535 PS Q

Case: 18k White Gold, Rose Gold, or Yellow Gold

Diameter: 41 mm

Dial: Multiple variants available

Water Resist.: 30m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The blue dial of the 5270G is described as light and shining, giving the watch more life than a matte finish, though the author would have preferred a slightly darker blue, similar to the 5070P.
The 'belly' at 6 o'clock on the dial, often criticized in close-up photos, is less noticeable in person and does not create an unbalanced feeling, making it a non-issue for potential buyers.
The blue dial and the tachymeter scale are perceived by some as a 'facelift' marketing strategy to boost sales of the 5270G, which was reportedly not selling well, rather than a genuine design improvement.
The 5270G's design, particularly the 'belly' and the placement of sub-dials, is criticized for struggling to integrate a conventional movement size into a larger case, leading to a 'bland' aesthetic compared to the 5970.
Despite some design criticisms, the blue dial is considered special and mesmerizing, enhancing the overall appeal of the 5270.
Having compared the first series 5270 and the new blue dial version side-by-side, the new blue dial is significantly more beautiful and appealing, surpassing the first series in aesthetics.

The Discussion

coz

Feb 28, 2014

Hi, Thanks for your comments. Beautiful piece. How did you find the legibility with the darkened hour/min hands vs the blue dial?

el1125

Feb 28, 2014

Looks fantastic. Hands down the best looking of all 5270s to date.

Pythagoras

Feb 28, 2014

Im eagerly hoping to have one someday. :). Really astounding!

alphabeta81

Feb 28, 2014

Love the color of the dial, the movement, the pushers. That said, the sheer lack of balance (and the added double chin to make it even worse, although I agree with you, not the worst thing about the watch) is what kills it for me.

Mark in Paris

Feb 28, 2014

and the hands are not darkened, they are I think white gold, at least look like clear white gold (maybe rhodied?) Cheers

Mark in Paris

Feb 28, 2014

I didn't see the new white dial version but as I prefer colored dials, this is to me the best 5270 today. Cheers.

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