Debuted in 2006, the Patek Philippe ref. 5960 bears the firm’s very first self-winding in-house chronograph movement, further enhanced with an additional annual calendar complication. Initially introduced in platinum with a grey dial, the reference evolved with various new case materials and dial configurations over time. Featuring a clean-cut dial layout, it features three apertures indicating the day, date and month sandwiched between the indexes from 10 to 2 o’clock. Furthermore, the highly coveted “bull's eye” chronograph counter is legibly positioned at 6 o’clock.

In 2011, the ref. 5961P was released as the first of its kind to carry a baguette-cut diamond-set bezel, further adorned with diamond indexes and a frosted deployant clasp. Boasting a mesmerising ocean blue dial, the contrast against the bedazzled platinum case is extremely attractive with a subtle flare. Later additions of pink gold variants and other exuberant, rare iterations of platinum examples set in emerald, ruby and sapphire were launched.

The present Patek Philippe ref. 5961P-001 is offered with its full set of accessories and preserved in single factory sealed condition. A perfect timepiece for collectors looking for a practical yet elegant utility, topped with a dash of flamboyance. The present timepiece is fresh-to-the-market and is the 20th publicly known example.