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Ref. 5070J & its source of inspiration
Introduced at BaselWorld 1998, the Patek Philippe Ref. 5070J-001 was inspired by a 46 mm aviator's split second chronograph, which can now be admired at the Patek Philippe Museum.
As this variant of the reference 5070 is the initial one and also the only one to feature the same case material and dial color as the original model (yellow gold, black dial) , some, myself included, find it particularly appealing.
What about you? Do you prefer another variant among the 10 I listed here?
Best, Emmanuel
credit: Tokant & Hodinkee (one before last only)
THE SOURCE OF INSPIRATION: THE SPLIT SECOND CHRONOGRAPH REF. 2512
Movement no. 867857 (13''', with nickel-finished lever, 25 jewels, bimetallic compensation balance) & case no. 672137 (46 mm diameter)
Produced in 1950 and sold on 14 July 1952.
Sold in 1996 by Antiquorum and in 2000 by Christie's
Review of the 5070J by Tim Mosso
Ref. 5070J & its source of inspiration
Introduced at BaselWorld 1998 , the Patek Philippe Ref. 5070J-001 was inspired by a 46 mm aviator's split second chronograph , which can now be admired at the Patek Philippe Museum . As this variant of the reference 5070 is the initial one and also the on...
Still my favourite Patek
You can find more complicated but not more beautiful All variations are great but the Platinum is perfect
The Pt is perfect indeed.
But, for those who, like me are tired of blued dials, other variants sing a more appealing song. Just a matter of taste, of course. Best, Emmanuel
Yes, this Pt variant is quite special and very rare!
But, I'm personally not fond of blue dials, so I tend to prefer other variants, especially this J because of its historical inspiration. Just a matter of personal taste, of course. Best, Emmanuel
A beautiful version, quattro.
The j looks better and better to me as the years pass. I owned the r many years ago but it proved a bit too large for me. These days, I enjoy the 5070 vicariously through Nico's pics of his g.
I think it would be too big for my wrist.
But at least the source of inspiration makes it clear why they opted for a 42 mm case! Best, Emmanuel
Yes, I like this retro look and the fidelity to the original.
That said, each variant has a true charm.
I’m glad it’s your favorite !
I think it’s mine too, but I haven’t seen any 5070 in person yet.
My fav is the R
There is just something special abt the steel dial (I am biased of course) the black dial x J case is very bold and eye catching.. perhaps not as versatile when it comes to strap options Interestingly there was an article abt the 5070 in collectibility re...
Thanks a lot for sharing your beautiful rose gold example,
which first your wrist perfectly, as well as these informations. And you are completely right to point out that the J isn't versatile. Best, Emmanuel
Thanks Emmanuel for informing the forum about the inspiration for 5070 !
Wonder if the brand will ever add the split seconds function back on a similar design. If so, it will be epic !💪