Patek Philippe

Minute Repeater World Time

Reference Number :

5531G

Series : Grand Complications

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Quick TakeImagine a watch that seamlessly blends artistry and innovation to become a sophisticated tool for the worldly explorer. The Patek Philippe Minute Repeater World Time Ref. 5531G-01 is precisely that. This exquisite timepiece boasts a self-winding movement with a 48-hour power reserve, ensuring reliable timekeeping across continents. The world time function, complete with its captivating day/night indicators, keeps you effortlessly synchronized with every time zone, while the minute repeater chimes the local time on demand with unmatched precision. The watch's true charm, however, lies in its exquisite cloisonné Grand Feu enamel artwork, a masterpiece in miniature that graces the dial. This watch is a testament to Patek Philippe's rich heritage and their unwavering commitment to watchmaking excellence. It is a timepiece not just for keeping track of time, but for savoring the journey.

DescriptionThe Patek Philippe Minute Repeater World Time Ref. 5531G-01 is a luxurious wristwatch designed to cater to the world traveler. The watch core, its Caliber R 27 HU, is a self-winding mechanical movement featuring 452 components and 45 jewels. This intricate mechanism boasts a minimum power reserve of 43 hours and a maximum power reserve of 48 hours, ensuring reliable timekeeping even when not worn for a day or two. The movement's Gyromax® balance and Spiromax® balance spring work in concert to enhance precision and resilience against shock and magnetic fields. Timekeeping is further optimized by the movement's 3 Hz frequency, which translates to 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour.

The Caliber R 27 HU features a minute repeater complication, a prestigious watchmaking feature that chimes the time on demand. Unlike conventional minute repeaters that chime the reference time, the Ref. 5531G-01 chimes the local time wherever the wearer is situated on the globe. This innovative functionality is achieved through a clever linkage between the chiming mechanism and the world time function.

The world time function itself is showcased on the watch's dial. The centerpiece of the dial is a captivating cloisonné Grand Feu enamel miniature depicting a historic steamboat traversing the waters of Lake Geneva. This handcrafted artwork is surrounded by a 24-hour chapter ring and city discs representing all 24 major time zones. The current local time zone is indicated by a hand pointing towards the corresponding city disc, while a day/night indicator situated at each city disc displays the corresponding time of day in that zone. The 40.2 mm white gold case of the Ref. 5531G-01 provides a sophisticated and robust setting for the watch's complications. The case is crafted with a hand-guilloched hobnail pattern, a decorative motif synonymous with Patek Philippe. The case also features skeletonized lugs, which offer a glimpse into the intricate mechanics within the watch. While the Ref. 5531G-01 offers dust and humidity protection, it is not water resistant and should not be submerged. The watch is comfortably secured on the wrist by a hand-stitched, shiny blue-green alligator leather strap with a fold-over clasp.

GenderMen

SignaturesPatek Philippe

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size40.2 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberR 27 HU

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Minute Repeater, Worldtime

Power Reserve48 Hours

Case MaterialsWhite Gold

Bezel MaterialsWhite Gold

Lug MaterialsWhite Gold

Case BackSapphire Crystal