Year: Circa 2015
Reference No: 5275P-001
Movement No: 5’251’901
Case No: 6’050’070
Model Name: Chiming Jump Hour
Material: Platinum
Calibre: Manual, cal. 32-650 HGS PS, 75 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Patek Philippe engraved deployant clasp
Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Salons Patek Philippe, Geneva dated 1 September 2015, Patek Philippe Attestation, wooden anniversary presentation box, commemorative medal, leather folio with photograph, product literature, presentation box and outer packaging.
To celebrate its 175th anniversary in 2014, Patek Philippe unveiled six limited edition timepieces that highlighted the brand's unparalleled technical skills and artistry. The ref. 5275P chiming jump hour wristwatch was undoubtedly the most complicated and impressive of the collection. Inspired by the 1989 commemorative ref. 3969 released for Patek Philippe's 150th anniversary, the ref. 5275P paid homage while asserting a bold, modern style.
It took Patek Philippe's watchmakers four years to research and develop this complex timepiece. Only 175 examples were produced, with the platinum case and dial engraved in a floral scroll motif. The motif elegantly adorns the otherwise empty dial and extends to the case sides and clasp.
The innovative cal. 32-650 HGS PS represented a remarkable feat of technology. The jumping hour mechanism required intricate power and energy management to synchronize the functions. Four new patents were introduced, three for the jumping mechanism and one isolating the hour striking. As a result, the seconds, minutes and digital hour all advance instantaneously rather than continuously.
While the ref. 3969 was traditionally sized, the ref. 5275P makes a bolder statement at 40mm diameter and 47.5mm lug to lug. Connoisseurs particularly appreciate its loud, crisp chime synchronized precisely to the time.
Fresh-to-market and complete with its original Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin and accessories. The ref. 5275P exemplifies Patek Philippe's taste, technical mastery, and incredible rarity, representing the pinnacle of fine watchmaking.