Grand Complications 7140-001

7140-001

In order to accommodate months with 31, 30 and 28 days, and february 29 in leap years, a movement must have a mechanical “memory” of four years – or 1,461 days.

This function requires a highly sophisticated mechanism, based on a complex system of levers and cams pivoting around their axes. This is a domain in which Patek Philippe has repeatedly leveraged its long-standing competence.

Watch

Ultra-thin mechanical self-winding movement. Caliber 240 Q.

Dial

Silvery-white opaline, gold applied hour markers.

Case

Rose gold. Case diameter: 35.1 mm. Thickness: 8.7 mm. Water-resistant to 30 m. Interchangeable solid and sapphire crystal case backs.

Gemsetting

Bezel set with 68 diamonds (~0.68 ct). Prong buckle set with 27 diamonds (~0.2 ct).

Strap

Straps: shiny alligator with square scales, hand-stitched, mink gray (originally fitted) and royal purple (additional strap). Prong buckle set with 27 diamonds (~0.2 ct).