Year: Circa 2017
Reference No: 5524G-001
Movement No: 7’119’798
Case No: 6’227’917
Model Name: Calatrava Pilot Travel Time
Material: 18K white gold
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 324 S C FUS, 29 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Calf
Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold Patek Philippe pin buckle
Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Cortina Watch Co., Ltd, Taipei dated 6th December 2017, instruction manual, product literature, setting pin, leather folio, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

Although Patek Philippe is not typically known for producing pilot watches, they did have a brief foray into this field in the 1930s. In the Patek Philippe Museum, two military watches created during that era can be found, specifically designed for pilots and navigators. These watches, known as "hour-angle" watches, were instrumental in facilitating faster navigation and precise positioning through the use of a sextant and radio signals. Notably, these vintage Patek Philippe timepieces are unusually large, measuring 55.3 mm in diameter. In 2015, Patek Philippe made a significant impression with the release of the 5524G, a watch that diverged from their contemporary designs. Drawing inspiration from their early pilot watches, Patek Philippe once again demonstrated their exceptional craftsmanship by creating a masterpiece. This watch features a dual-time movement with a fully adjustable GMT hand and a skeletonized appearance for home time. The hand can be easily adjusted using the buttons on the side, ensuring it is very accessible to the user. With excellent legibility, the blue varnished dial is adorned with Superluminova-filled numeral hour markers, further enhancing the pilot aesthetic. The overall pilot look is complemented by a brown calf strap. Since its initial release, the travel time pilot collection has expanded to include various complications, ranging from alarms to flyback chronographs. With its accompanying accessories, this timepiece is undoubtedly an excellent choice for frequent travelers seeking an elegant addition to their collection.