Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time

The Patek Philippe Calatrava needs no introduction.

Its classic design and elegant aura has transcended beyond the realm of ‘dress watch’ — quite literally. In addition to one of the earliest round dress watches ever manufactured, Patek also made a pilots watch equipped with large, luminous Arabic numerals in the 1930s. 

Patek? Pilots watch? Yes, it was, and still is a thing.

In 2015, the maison caught the watch world by surprise by debuting the Calatrava Pilots Travel Time Reference 5524G. Housed in a 42mm case, this piece featured all the hallmarks of a tried-and-true pilots watch combined with Patek’s clever travel time complication beating within. A far departure compared to the svelte profile and reserved aesthetic of a traditional Calatrava.

This piece, a Reference 5524R-001, features an 18K rose gold case with a sapphire crystal, signed crown and knurled pushers located on the 9 o’clock side. On the reverse, the case features an exhibition sapphire caseback framing the maison’s self-winding Calibre 324 S C FUS movement.

The brown dial features a stunning sunburst finish as well as large, luminous Arabic numerals, a matching ‘sword’ handset, a ‘skeletonized’ jumping local hour hand, a subsidiary date indicator dial at 6 o’clock, day-night indicator apertures and a white accented chemin de fer.

Outfitted on a signed brown leather strap with a matching 18K rose gold pin buckle, this piece is accompanied by an array of factory goodies including its inner box, outer box, warranty booklet, pamphlets and a Certificate of Origin dated October, 2018.

While a traditional Calatrava serves the horological masses, the Calatrava Pilots Travel Time is for the enthusiast with a specific preference in aesthetics and particular need for its travel functionality.

Can jumping timezones get any more refined and unique than with this on your wrist?

Absolutely not!

Founded in 1839, Patek Philippe is one of the oldest watch manufacturers in the world with an uninterrupted watchmaking history. Few luxury brands in the world 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.

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 one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

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All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

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.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.