Patek Philippe World Time

By the 1950s, the world was moving at a faster pace. The dawn of commercial jet travel transformed the way people experienced time itself — crossing oceans in hours, not days, demanded a new kind of wristwatch. Enter the Patek Philippe World Time, a mechanical marvel designed to display multiple time zones simultaneously, allowing its wearer to stay oriented no matter how far from home.

While the early World Time references were produced in limited numbers and soon disappeared from the catalog, Patek Philippe revived the complication in 2000 with the Ref. 5110 — a modern classic that reaffirmed the maison's mastery of functional elegance. Since then, successive generations have carried the concept forward, refining its technical execution and aesthetic detail.

This example, the Ref. 5230G-001 represents the latest evolution of that lineage. Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece features a 38.5mm case with a sapphire crystal, a signed crown, and a beautifully polished bezel that frames a textured gray dial. The dial is complemented by rotating world cities and 24-hour rings. A square pusher at 10 o'clock advances the city disk, instantly adjusting the local time — a tactile pleasure as much as a practical one.

Inside beats Patek Philippe's ultra-thin Calibre 240 HU, complete with an off-center micro-rotor and immaculate finishing, visible through the sapphire exhibition back. Fitted with a black alligator strap and accompanied by its full box and papers, this watch embodies modern sophistication through timeless engineering.

There are travel watches — and then there are traveler's watches. Patek Ref. 5230G is the latter: elegant, intelligent, and ready for wherever the world takes you.

Founded in 1839, Patek Philippe is one of the oldest watch manufacturers in the world with an uninterrupted watchmaking history. Few international luxury brands carry the gravitas of their name, and for good reason. The firm's commitment to excellence in horological manufacture is unflinching, and their track record of innovation in design without peer. They continue to lead the industry, and even their fiercest competitors have nothing but the utmost respect for the company.

From the simple elegance of their Calatrava line to the stunning study in miniaturization that is reference 1518 perpetual calendar to the modern reference 5750P chiming watch, Patek’s catalog is chock full of some of the most elegant and complicated timepieces ever made. Family-owned and completely independent, the firm has the freedom to do what it wants — such as discontinue one of the world’s most beloved steel luxury sport watches, the reference 5711 — when it wants.

Owning a Patek Philippe is for many the ultimate goal of timepiece collecting, and for a certain type, the only timepieces they collect. Whichever way you look at it, there is no questioning the elegance of design, superlative manufacture of their cases and movements, or the sheer elegance and emotion that comes from owning one.

Of course for a brand that is steeped in heritage, we are told “You never actually own a Patek Philippe…”

Well, you know the rest.

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Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a two-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

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Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

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