Description
The Patek Philippe Grand Complications Chronograph Rose Gold 5208R‑001 is a horological masterpiece crafted for the man who demands absolute luxury and technical prowess. Housed in a 42 mm 18k rose gold case with a rich black sunburst dial, the 5208R‑001 seamlessly combines a monopusher chronograph, instantaneous perpetual calendar, and minute repeater—a rare trio of complications in one timepiece. This Grand Complication is a testament to Patek Philippe’s legacy, originally launched in platinum in 2011 and first presented in rose gold at BaselWorld 2018
Overview
The 5208R‑001 represents the pinnacle of modern watchmaking. Its elegant rose gold case houses a rare self‑winding caliber R CH 27 PS QI, featuring 719 meticulously finished parts. The ebony black sunburst dial is highlighted by rose gold hands and baton markers, with aperture windows for day, date, and month, a moon‑phase subdial, and bi‑compax chronograph registers—all harmoniously arranged. The result is a visually balanced and technically superb Grand Complication ready for daily engagement.
Design and Craftsmanship
The case is a study in Patek Philippe elegance—42 mm in diameter, 15.11 mm thick, polished with refined lines and skeletonized lugs. The clean, round bezel frames the dial, with rose gold chronograph pusher and repeater slide integrated into its side. Beneath the sapphire crystal, satin and sunburst finishes alternate, while the hinged chronograph and minute repeater mechanisms exude artistry and precision.
Movement and Performance
Powering this masterpiece is the automatic caliber R CH 27 PS QI, beating at 28,800 vph across 719 components, including a 22k gold micro-rotor. With a 48‑hour power reserve, the movement enables instant calendar jumps, chronograph start/stop/reset, and a clear, resonant minute‑repeater chime—all fully integrated .
Features and Complications
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Minute Repeater: Elegant on‑demand chiming mechanism striking hours, quarter‑hours, and minutes.
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Monopusher Chronograph: One‑button timing feature with subdials at 3 and 9 o’clock.
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Instantaneous Perpetual Calendar: Displays day, date, and month in windows; includes leap‑year cycle and moon‑phase subdial
Specifications
Case
Dial
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Color: Black sunburst
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Markers: Rose gold baton indices
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Hands: Dauphine-style rose gold
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Date Displays: Aperture day, month, and large date
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Crystal: Sapphire front/back
Bracelet/Strap
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Material: Black alligator leather
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Clasp Type: Rose gold fold-over
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Adjustability: Standard strap fit
Movement
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Caliber: R CH 27 PS QI
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Type: Automatic with micro-rotor
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Power Reserve: Approx. 48 hours
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Frequency: 28,800 vph
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Jewels: Not specified; 719 components total
