The Patek Philippe Calatrava (ref. 5119J-001) pays refined tribute to a golden-era design language, with its signature Clous de Paris bezel recalling the precise, architectural detailing of the early 1980s. Introduced in 2006, this reference distills the essence of the Calatrava line – understated, balanced, and immaculately proportioned.

Its 36mm yellow-gold case frames a clean white lacquered dial, contrasted by slim black Roman numerals and feuille hands. The slender profile is made possible by the manual-wound calibre 215 PS, which measures just 2.55mm in height while delivering a 44-hour power reserve. The watch is fitted with a sapphire caseback and is water-resistant to 30m.

A classically sized dress watch with strong lineage, the 5119J-001 remains one of the last Calatrava references to fully embrace Patek Philippe’s minimalist ethos before the shift toward larger, more contemporary forms. Its restrained elegance and crisp detailing ensure continued relevance for collectors who favour traditional design with enduring charm.