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Patek Philippe Ref. 5204 Split-Seconds Chronograph Perpetual Calendar

The living catalogue grand complication rattrapante—serious split-seconds craft in a ~40 mm case.

Why it is here

Hodinkee Baselworld 5204R coverage and Phillips 5004-vs-5204 comparison dual-source the modern rattrapante QP; supporting Hodinkee complications roundup confirms catalogue presence.

Who it is for

Advanced Patek collectors stepping into split-seconds; clients who want denser complication than a plain 5270.

Sources

  1. Hodinkee · Baselworld 2016: A Quick Look At The Slightly Overlooked Patek Philippe 5204R5204R specs: CHR 29-535 PS Q, 40 mm rose gold, successor to 5004.
  2. PhillipsPatek Philippe 5004 vs 5204 ComparisonExplicit modern-vs-discontinued rattrapante QP positioning for collectors.
  3. HodinkeeThere's More From Patek Philippe And It's Complicated5204G introducing context within Patek complications catalog.