Patek Philippe World Time 39.5mm White Gold Self-Winding

The Patek Philippe World Time Ref. 5130/1G-011 represents complications elegance displaying 24 time zones simultaneously in 18k white gold. This 39.5mm timepiece features black sunburst dial with grey city names representing global time zones. Manufacture Caliber 240 HU ultra-thin automatic movement delivers 48 hours autonomy with micro-rotor architecture. White gold integrated bracelet provides precious metal sports aesthetic. Water resistance to 30 meters maintains dress complications positioning. Patek Philippe Seal certification ensures movement finishing and precision standards.

World Time collection traces heritage to 1930s Louis Cottier mechanism displaying multiple time zones on single dial. Reference 5130 introduced 2006 brought integrated bracelet option to world time lineup. Caliber 240 HU evolved from ultra-thin 240 base adding world time module. Movement beats at 21,600 vph with 33 jewels measuring only 3.88mm thickness enabling slim case profile. World time displays via rotating disc showing city names and 24-hour ring indicating time across all zones. Central hands show local time with city disc rotated to position home city at 12 o'clock. Black sunburst dial creates depth with grey city names providing legibility.

White gold integrated bracelet features multiple links with polished and brushed finishing. Fold-over clasp ensures secure attachment. Sapphire exhibition caseback reveals ultra-thin movement architecture with micro-rotor and hand finishing. This preowned example represents discontinued 5130 generation before 2016 update to reference 5230. Collectors value original configuration for integrated bracelet option and black dial variant. World time complication appeals to frequent travelers enabling instant time zone reference without calculation. White gold construction provides precious metal luxury in sports-elegant package combining Patek Philippe complications heritage with contemporary bracelet integration.