Patek Philippe Calatrava 5227G-010 18k WG Box and Papers

Introduction

Easily situated amongst the most iconic dress watches ever, the Patek Philippe Calatrava embodies the very essence of what a classically-styled timepiece should look like. Defining the entire market niche in 1932 when it debuted, the Calatrava has become the foundation of Patek Philippe’s elegant offerings, with the collection growing to include a multitude of references of various designs across a variety of dials, materials, complications and more. Offered here we have the Calatrava ref. 5227G, which builds upon the Calatrava collection’s history as one of Patek Philippe’s best-known and best-looking dress watches. Boasting Patek’s esteemed design language and launched in 2013, the ref. 5227G features an 18kt white gold case with polished surfaces, a domed bezel and a gorgeous black lacquered dial that houses white gold dauphine hour hands and applied indices. An exercise in minimalism, as per the Calatrava’s Bauhaus-inspired design language, the Calatrava’s clean aesthetic has been the bedrock of its offering for decades, on which the ref. 5227G builds upon with one subtle difference, the inclusion of an Officer’s caseback that hinges open to reveal a sapphire crystal caseback that proudly displays the automatic cal. 324 SC movement that powers the ref. 5227G.

The Dial

Boasting a black lacquered dial, the ref. 5227G’s display is perfectly suited to the understated nature of its design and construction, with 18kt white gold dauphine hands and applied indices.

The Construction

Measuring 39mm in diameter and made of 18kt white gold, the ref. 5227G features a hefty case indeed. However, with its elegant domed bezel, polished surfaces, and thin 9.24mm profile, it wears with a supreme sense of decorum, as one might expect from Patek.

Condition

Watch is in near-mint condition, with only gentle signs of wear.