The combination of perpetual calendar and chronograph complications in Patek Philippe's lineage is widely regarded as one of the most important in the world of horology. It has broken numerous auction records and prices for these watches have reached new heights year after year. However, their commitment to innovation and complexity is evident in the release of the reference 5004 in 199🌜4. This watch features an even more sophisticated split seconds chronograpℱh, combined with the perpetual calendar, in a remarkably petite 36.5 mm case size. It is a testament to the brand's technical prowess that they are able to house such sophisticated complications in such a small cavity.

This present watꦉch stands out from other examples on the market as it is fitted with a rare black dial, which is unusual for the white gold variant that typically accompanies a silvered dial. Additionally, the movement in this watch is the last generation of Lemania-based movements before switching to fully in-house movements, as seen in the 5204. This makes it an extremely rare and highly coveted timepiece that should not be missed by watch connoisseurs. It is truly one of the best quality white gold 5004 watches available on the market.