Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot: The Unrecognised Success

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot (5524, 5522 & 5520) is an oddity of a watch. With the quality of Patek Philippe and design from the early days of aviation, it was bound to be a success. However, it has never really outgrown the initial stigma with which it was associated and remains an unrecognised triumph of design, innovation and watchmaking spirit. Join me on a journey to the very heart of this stunning example of high horology.

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