Patek Philippe 175th Anniversary Edition
The Patek Philippe 5975R-001 refers to a special limited-edition watch made by the renowned Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe to celebrate the brand's 175th anniversary in 2014. Here are some key details about this watch:
- Reference Number: 5975R-001
- Case Material: Rose gold (The "R" in 5975R-001 indicates Rose gold.)
- Dial: Silver opaline
- Function: It’s unique in that it has a multi-scale chronograph, featuring three scales on the dial:
- A pulsation scale (used historically by doctors to measure a patient's heart rate)
- A telemetric scale (measuring distance via sound, like the gap between seeing lightning and hearing thunder)
- A tachymetric scale (used to measure speed)
- Movement: Self-winding automatic.
- Strap: Alligator leather with a rose gold fold-over clasp.
- Limited Edition: Patek Philippe produced the 5975 in limited quantities, with only 400 pieces in each metal (rose gold, white gold, yellow gold, and 100 in platinum), making a total of 1,300 watches worldwide.
The 5975 was indeed a unique release from Patek Philippe, merging functionality with a classic and understated design. Given its limited production numbers and the fact it commemorated the brand's 175th anniversary, the 5975 has become a sought-after piece among collectors.