The neo-vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Travel Time reference 5134 is a watch that we've long thought to be undervalued, considering the punch it packs. In virtually any other complicated Patek reference, you’re either spending a fortune or getting a very small case. However, neither are the case with the 5134 - it is perfectly sized at 37mm in diameter by 9mm thick (or in this case, thin). The solid gold case features an exhibition caseback displaying a beautifully finished, manually winding movement stamped with a Geneva Seal. The anglage, perlage, and Côtes de Genève striping are all finished to the level I’d expect from Patek. The dial is simple, balanced, and legible. It’s adorned with a brushed outer track of concentric circles and a smooth inner section, giving it depth and contrast against the grey metal case. The travel time complication is also the GMT/travel time complication is quite useful and easy to operate. If you’ve handled an Aquanaut Travel Time reference 5164, it works the exact same way.

In short, the 5134G is a neo-vintage, complicated Patek Philippe in solid gold with a manually-winding Geneva Seal movement. The 37mm case makes it a versatile play as either a dress watch or quasi-sports watch (see the crown guards). It’s the perfect watch for an avid adventurer, deep cut value collector, neo-vintage fan, or anyone, really!

Dial: Mint. Hands: Are matching and very clean. Case: Appears unpolished. Very thick and even lugs. There are some micro scratches but nothing distracting or deep enough to warrant a touch up. Hallmarks are deep and crips. Correct signed crown. Crystal: Clear. Bracelet: Two piece grained leather strap. Accessories: Original 18k white gold deployant with Patek strap, boxes and Archive papers pulled in 2016. All functions of the watch operate flawlessly. The recently serviced movement is running well on our timegrapher and comes with our 1-year mechanical warranty.

Year/era: 2005 Reference: 5134G Serial: 429XXXX Dimensions: 37mm wide, 46mm lug to lug, 20mm lug width, 9mm tall. Movement: Manual winding Geneva sealed from Patek.