P
atek Philippe is not generally associated with the automotive world. And yet, this year the Geneva watchmaker is introducing a series of timepieces that are all strongly evocative of the world of motor cars, each in a different way. Geometrically, dynamically and aesthetically with the new Calatrava 6007G, the latest in a line of watches with car-inspired dials; and artistically, figuratively and nobly with the High Craftsmanship 2023 “Racing Cars”.
The Calatrava 6007G
The three recently unveiled Calatrava 6007G models in white gold are clearly inspired by the gauges on a motorcar dashboard. The ebony black dials with their central “carbon” motif and geometrical symmetry are highlighted by vibrant accents in yellow (ref. 6007G-001), red (ref. 6007G-010) and sky blue (ref. 6007G-011) on the minutes track and second hand, as well as on the stitching and lining of the black calfskin strap, which also features an embossed carbon motif.
Date window at 3 o’clock, central second hand, gold applied numerals with a white luminescent coating – everything is designed for optimum legibility and bold styling. The source of this automotive inspiration dates back to the early 90s, and the reference 5000, which was followed by the 6000 references, then the 6006G, which would be part of the Calatrava collection from 2017 to 2020. The new 6007G is the handsome heir to this vibrant car-inspired lineage.
High Craftsmanship 2023 Collection
The High Craftsmanship 2023 Collection is completely different, but equally inspired by the world of cars. It comprises three Calatrava wristwatches with dials worked in cloisonné enamel, paillonné enamel and miniature painting on enamel. Each is available in a limited series of 10, celebrating three different historic races.
The Calatrava 5189G-001 “1948 Nations Grand Prix” shines a spotlight on the famous Nations Grand Prix, held in Geneva from 1946 to 1950.
The racing car worked in Grand Feu cloisonné enamel called for 40 cm of gold wire (0.32 g) measuring 0.10 x 0.45 mm in cross-section and 17 enamel colours, most of them translucent, with some opalescent or opaque. The race number is enriched with silver leaf embedded beneath the translucent enamel (paillonné enamel). In the background, the view of Geneva with the iconic Jet d’eau is depicted in miniature painting on enamel. Each dial required 12 or 13 firings at a temperature of approximately 820°C. The pierced watch hands and strap recall racing drivers’ gloves.
A Clous de Paris or hobnail motif adorns the bezel. The white gold case is fitted with a sapphire crystal case back protected by a hinged dust cover, affording a private view of the ultra-thin self-winding 240 calibre.
The racing car in Grand Feu cloisonné enamel used some 37 cm of gold wire ( 0.3 g) measuring 0.10 x 0.45 mm in cross-section, and 13 enamel colours, mostly translucent but with some opaque or opalescent. The car’s race number is enhanced with silver leaf embedded beneath the translucent enamel (paillonné enamel). The view of Monaco is depicted in miniature painting on enamel. Each dial required 12 or 13 firings at a temperature of approximately 820°C. The pierced watch hands and strap recall racing drivers’ gloves.
The dust cover bears the engraved inscription “Grand Prix Automobile de Monaco — 1937”.
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