Launched at the Basel Fair in 2008, the present reference 5207 was developed over a 5 year period by Patek Philippe’s finest watchmakers and engineers. It is the third most complicated wristwatch manufactured by the renowned brand. Fitted with caliber R TO 27 PS that comprises 212 interacting individual components, reference 5207 features minute repeating, tourbillon, instantaneous perpetual calendar, leap year indicator, day and night display and moon phases. The present watch delivers precise striking of the gong with a melodious chime and terrific quality. The watch is furthermore coupled with a very distinctive dial that displays three apertures for the day, date and month. As opposed to the regular indicators, all these apertures advance instantaneously and synchronously at midnight.

To the best of our research, less than 10 examples are manufactured per year, making this highly complex wristwatch very exclusive and extremely desirable. Presented in excellent overall condition and complete with all original accessories, the present watch is highly collectible and sought after amongst connoisseurs. The present watch is one of 7 known examples to have appeared on the market.