Few modern Patek Philippe references capture the essential character of the Calatrava quite as clearly as the ref. 5196. Introduced in 2004, its design deliberately looked back to the landmark ref. 96 of 1932, translating its restrained proportions, clean dial and subsidiary seconds into a larger 37mm case. Importantly, the 5196 remained manually wound throughout its production, powered by the calibre 215 PS, an appropriately traditional choice for a watch so closely connected to the origins of the Calatrava.

This example dates to 2013 and is the ref. 5196G-001, pairing an 18K white gold case with a silvered dial. Unlike the platinum 5196P, with its distinctive applied Breguet numerals, the white gold version takes a considerably more restrained approach, using faceted applied baton hour markers and dauphine hands around a subsidiary seconds display at six o'clock. At just 37mm, the proportions remain elegant without feeling overtly vintage, while the monochromatic combination of white gold and silver gives the watch an understated character that is particularly well suited to the purity of the original Calatrava design.

Watch is in overall excellent condition. The 18K white gold case shows surface scratches and small nicks, particularly around the edge of the bezel. The case back shows some surface scratches, while the stamps and hallmarks on the backs of the lugs remain well defined. The dial and hands are in near-mint condition. It is fitted with a black Patek Philippe leather strap and 18K white gold pin buckle showing light scuffs. Comes with inner and outer boxes, Certificate of Origin, various booklets and paperwork, document holder and hangtag. The name on the certificate of origin has been crudely removed and the paper surface is abraded as seen in the images.

Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.