Back in 2020, while new watch releases were subdued due to the global pandemic, brands like Patek Philippe continued to impress with beautiful timepieces. That year, Patek introduced an updated version of the 5370 rattrapante chronograph in platinum, featuring a striking blue dial paired with a matching blue leather strap. Fast forward five years, and just over a month ago, Patek unveiled yet another iteration of the 5370—this time in pink gold, with a stunning two-tone dial.
It’s common for brands like Patek Philippe to refresh existing models with new colourways, and 2025 has been no exception. The standout piece this year is undoubtedly the split-seconds Ref. 5370R. Originally launched in 2015, it was Patek Philippe’s first in-house split-seconds chronograph and remains a grail piece for serious, traditional collectors. A split-seconds chronograph—a complication that allows you to time two events simultaneously—is noteworthy in any watch, but when executed by Patek, it reaches a whole new level of prestige.
The original 5370P debuted with a black grand feu enamel dial and housed the exceptional CHR 29-525 PS calibre. Priced north of $200,000, it was—and remains—one of the most exclusive watches Patek Philippe offers. In 2020, the model was refreshed with a brilliant blue grand feu enamel dial. While some might argue that blue is overused or overhyped, there’s a reason for its popularity: a well-executed blue dial is undeniably captivating, and you can hardly blame brands for capitalizing on that appeal.
Now in 2025, Patek has introduced the 5370 with a two-tone dial for the first time. This new version retains the elegant, applied gold Breguet numerals and the tachymeter scale, but features a grand feu brown and beige champlevé enamel dial as its centrepiece. The two-tone colour scheme gives the 5370R a more relaxed and less formal character. Paired with a matching brown alligator strap, the overall aesthetic leans toward a sportier and more casual feel compared to its more austere predecessors.
The case, crafted entirely from rose gold, measures 41mm in diameter and 13.56mm thick—perhaps slightly larger than current trends favour, but still well within classic proportions. This is a hand-wound, mechanical split-seconds chronograph that pays tribute to Patek’s vintage lineage. Its traditional case design features a concave bezel, recessed satin-finished flanks, and cabochon-capped lugs—details that reflect the brand’s dedication to craftsmanship.
Inside this refined 41mm case beats the calibre CHR 29-535 PS, a movement that blends traditional architecture (manual winding, column wheel, horizontal clutch with toothed wheels) with seven patented innovations—including a redesigned split-seconds mechanism. Visible through the exhibition case back, the movement is a mechanical marvel and a true visual delight.
The Patek Philippe Split-Seconds Chronograph ref. 5370R is priced at £247,250. For more information, visit patek.com.
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