First released in 2018 in stainless steel with a black gradient dial with orange accents, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph ref. 5968 returns to the center stage with two 18K white gold models. The first one, reference 5968G-001 with a midnight blue dial and blue matching strap, and the second one reference 5968G-010 with a khaki green dial and matching strap in the same color.

A new take on sporty elegance for the modern man. A complication ideally suited to this line’s dynamic sporting spirit. Reference 5968 made its debut on a black rubber strap and delivered with a second rubber strap in orange.

A key aesthetic feature is the harmonious integration of the chronograph into the Aquanaut design. The interplay of polished and satin-brushed surfaces on the case, bezel, and pushers contributes to the effect. The 60-minute counter at 6 o’clock echoes the bezel’s rounded octagonal shape. The elongated pushers are positioned at 2 and 4 o’clock, on either side of the screw-down crown.

The chronograph indications —sweep seconds, quarter-second scale, 60-minute counter— stand out in white on the embossed Aquanaut pattern. Legibility is ensured by white gold applied numerals and large white gold baton-style hands with a luminescent coating.

This model is equipped with the caliber CH 28-520 C automatic flyback chronograph movement uniting tradition —column-wheel control— and innovation —vertical disk clutch. As the clutch is virtually friction-free, the center chronograph hand also functions as a permanent seconds hand. The flyback function allows the user to begin timing a new event while the chronograph is still running, with simple pressure on the push-piece at 4 o’clock. The case is a handsome 42.2 mm in diameter and is water-resistant to 120 meters.

The integrated strap made of an ultra-resistant composite material is fitted with a patented fold-over clasp secured by four independent catches. These two new models join reference 5968A-001 in steel in the collection.

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