Best known for their Complication and Grand Complications watches Patek Philippe masters the \u201cHaute Horlogerie\u201d and are arguably the best in the industry.
\nConceived to meet existential or professional requests, these breakthrough complications live on. In the 1930s the first World Timer saw the light, a wristwatch indicating the time for 24 time zones on a single dial.<\/p>\n
Evolution of an emblematic model,\u00a0 <\/span>the line of Worldtimers also known as \u201cHeure Universelle\u201d exists since over 80 years, extremely coveted by collectors who in recent auctions pay up to 2-3 million $ for a rare vintage piece, that sets the tone very high.<\/p>\n After an absence of over 35 years from the catalogues, the reference 5110 was released in 2000 and was available for 6 years, made in yellow gold 5110J, white gold 5110G and with a blue centre dial in platinum 5110P.<\/p>\n In 2006, the brand released the very popular and elegant 5130 model in a 39.5mm case, 2.5mm bigger than the older sibling, it had a 10 years long lifespan, they produced that version in rose, yellow and white gold, the platinum was blessed with a few stunning limited editions pieces, to name some; 1) Dubai edition 5130p-014, 2) Mecca edition 5130p-015<\/strong>, 3) Edinburgh edition 5130p-029, 4) Beirut edition 5130r-027 and the very coveted cloisonn\u00e9 enamel dial versions, the rare references 5131 that saw many long waiting lists for all metals, as of early 2019 only the 5131\/1p full platinum bracelet version is being produced with the North Pole enamel dial. All of these references are powered by the microrotor 240-HU but there is something new, the birth of a model inspired by a unique piece from 1940, the World Time Chronograph 5930G debuts with a new caliber CH 28-520 HU, world time indication along a chronograph function.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is the reference 5130P-015, a limited edition of 150 pieces commemorating the renowned city of Mecca cherished by all Muslims around the world. Initially dedicated for the Saudi market, this is one of the most sought after modern World Time watches by collectors.<\/p>\n The striking green guilloch\u00e9 center dial is the main highlight setting this model apart from the standard 5130P, as well as the timezone of Mecca highlighted in green on the city-ring. A pusher at 10 o’clock allows the user to set the desired time-zone based on the city displayed at 12 o’clock, while the crown allows to set the local time.<\/p>\n The 5130 is powered by the Caliber 240-HU, which provides hours, minutes, time-zones, and day\/night indication. This self-winding movement with a 22k gold minirotor is composed of 239 parts and 33 jewels, and has a 48-hour power reserve.<\/p>\n An alligator-leather strap with a platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp complete this watch.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Patek Philippe – Bio<\/b><\/p>\n Patek Philippe & Co. was founded in 1839, located in Geneva and the Vall\u00e9e de Joux. It designs and manufactures timepieces and movements, including some of the most complicated mechanical watches. It is considered by many experts and aficionados to be one of the most prestigious watch manufacturers.
\nIn 2016 we saw the release of two new World Time references, 5230 (pink and white gold) which saw a new designed case 1mm smaller than its predecessor, new hands, winglet style lugs and a slate-grey centre dial guilloch\u00e9d by hand.<\/p>\n
\n<\/i>In 2006, Patek Philippe released the very popular and elegant 5130 model, the newest addition to the World Time collection with a slightly larger case size at 39.5mm. During its 10 years long lifespan, the ref. 5130 was produced in rose, yellow and white gold. The platinum 5130 was blessed with a few stunning limited edition pieces, including the present watch.<\/p>\n
\nIn 1868, Patek Philippe made their first wristwatch, which was sold on November 13, 1876 to the Hungarian Countess.
\nIt is the last independent, family-owned Genevan watch manufacture with uninterrupted operating history spanning nearly 180 years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n