With Baselworld right upon us, many watch manufacturers are revealing their carefully concealed new models, or sophisticated technical surprises. Patek Philippe is always a brand to watch, and seldom misses the opportunity to reveal their horological prowess. This year, Patek has revealed yet another stunning high complication, which is absolutely beautiful. While not as revolutionary as say, the Sky-Moon Tourbillon, or the Star Caliber 2000 watches, it will certainly be highly coveted, extraordinarily valuable, and quite probably, a serious horological investment.

The new Patek Philippe Ref. 5207 has the potential to join the great ranks of modern Patek Philippe complication legends, such as the Ref. 5016, or the Ref. 5074. The platinum case of this new model is gorgeous, and has a great deal of Calatrava influence in it, particularly the flowing lines of the Ref. 5127. The window-type displays for the perpetual calendar effectively employ the legible yet elegant aesthetics of the brand’s acclaimed annual calendars. The beige color scheme is sublimely gorgeous, and is set off wonderfully by the polished platinum indices and dauphine hands. The moonphase display is classic Patek Philippe all the way, its charm counter-balanced by the magical inscription “tourbillon” just below, which hints at the wondrous mechanism that lies beneath the dial.

Naturally, the manufacture movement is an absolute tour-de-force. The Geneva Sealed RTO 27 PSQI combines three of the most exalted high complications, including a tourbillon and a minute repeater; incidentally, when connoisseurs get together to discuss which repeaters consistently have the best acoustic performance, the answer is invariably “Patek Philippe”. As is the case with all Patek Philippe tourbillon movements, this one has earned COSC chronometer certification, a rare distinction among the tourbillon elite. The caliber is distinguished in every aspect of its finish; particularly eye-catching is the elegantly beveled tourbillon bridge, and the black-polished repeater hammers.