Patek Philippe is regarded as perhaps the most prestigious manufacturer of timepieces of the highest quality and has gained a loyal following over the decades by offering connoisseurs a wide array of complicated timepieces and mechanical artistry. However, it was one of the firm’s most prized innovations that have secured their position as an all-time great, the perpetual calendar chronograph.

Taking over the reign in 1951, Patek Philippe released their second perpetual calendar chronograph reference via the coveted and legendary ref. 2499, still remaining as the only wristwatch with the specific complications available in the market at the time of its launch. Utilizing the same movement cal. 13-130 (Valjoux VZ 23 base) as the ref. 1518, the ref. 2499 boasted a completely new and refreshed case design. While the ref. 1518 features a rather traditional Calatrava inspired case with thin and elegant elongated lugs reminiscent of the stylistic period of the 1940s, collectors believe that the ref. 2499 is the perfect interpretation of a timeless appeal.

Ref Variations: 2499, 2499-100, 2499R, 2499J,