Patek Philippe Calatrava

First presented in 1932 with the Reference 96, the Patek Philippe Calatrava is the benchmark for classic men’s dress watches.

The groundbreaking reference set the stage for nearly every piece Patek has released since, and became the blueprint for other brands' approaches to classy men’s timepieces. Heavily influenced by the Bauhaus design movement, the Calatrava was then considered extremely modern with its minimalist, ‘less is more’ approach to watch design. In point of fact, it's still considered extremely modern. 

In the years since 1932, Patek has released dozens of Calatrava references, each with its own idiosyncrasies. Almost all share the underlying DNA of the 96, prioritizing subtle elegance above all else. 

The recently released Reference 6119 blends details from many different past Calatravas to splendid effect: The hobnail bezel of the 3919, the case profile of the Reference 96, the indices of the 5196, and a brand new, manually-wound movement designed specifically for this reference with an improved 65-hour power reserve fueled by a double barrel are all present. Housed in a larger 39mm case, it feels like a distinctly contemporary watch inspired by Patek's storied watchmaking past.

This Reference 6119, presented in 18K rose gold, comes with a silver dial that generates a warm hue with interplay from a brown leather Patek Philippe strap with a rose gold pin buckle. This example is also complete with its inner and outer boxes, papers, pamphlets, and a Certificate of Origin dated July, 2021.

With its splendid proportions, handsome case, brand new movement, and excellent looks, the Reference 6119 is surely a future classic. And who wouldn't want to get his hands on one of those? 

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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Warranty

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

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