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ZSHSZ's acquisition of the Patek Philippe Ref. 5170G marks the culmination of a dedicated pursuit, offering a fresh perspective on this highly regarded chronograph. His experience securing a sealed, unworn specimen provides valuable insights for collectors navigating the market for discontinued references. This article explores the nuances of the 5170G, drawing on ZSHSZ's initial impressions and the community's expert commentary.
The Chronograph reference 5170, introduced in 2010, marked a significant development for Patek Philippe as it was the first serially produced chronograph to feature a fully in-house manufactured movement. This reference succeeded the reference 5070, transitioning from a Lemania-based caliber to a proprietary design, underscoring the brand's commitment to integrated manufacturing for its complications. It represents a modern interpretation of a classic chronograph layout within the Patek Philippe catalog.
The reference 5170 features a case measuring 39.4 mm in diameter and 10.9 mm in thickness, available in 18k white, rose, or yellow gold. It is equipped with the manual-winding caliber CH 29-535 PS, which offers a power reserve of 65 hours. The watch is fitted with a sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to 30 meters. The movement is visible through a sapphire case back, showcasing its intricate finishing.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a contemporary Patek Philippe chronograph with an in-house movement. Early variants, such as the yellow gold reference 5170J-001, featured a pulsometer scale, which was later replaced by a minute track on subsequent iterations. The various metal options and dial configurations provide distinct aesthetic choices for collectors, reflecting different periods of its production run.
Here, you still can get it at ADs even though it has been discontinued for quite some time. Best, V.
I love those Breguet numbers!
Stunning. Beauty for sure. Wear in good health.
Luckily for me itβs not so popular, therefore I hoped to get it before it takes off... Best, Zsolt.
Though in a perfect world, it would be this pulsation dial plus the hand set from the black dialed 5170 π
Appreciate the comment.
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