Patek Philippe is launching the new Cubitus collection, a bold interpretation of the “sporty-elegant” style, with a square case with rounded corners, sophisticated dials and remarkable technical innovations. The highlight of the collection is the Cubitus Large Date Instantaneous, with Large Date and Moon Phase display, Reference 5822P-001, but we will also discover the 5821/1AR-001 as well as the 5821/1A-001.
Design and Aesthetics
The new Cubitus collection is inspired by geometric shapes, harking back to the square designs of the Art Deco era, but modernised with a 45mm square case with rounded corners. The Cubitus Instant Big Date, Day and Moon Phase model features a 950 platinum case with a sleek profile measuring just 9.6mm high. The case has a two-piece construction (case/back + bezel) and is assembled from the front, providing a refined and modern aesthetic.
The case finish combines vertically brushed surfaces on the bezel and case front, with polished surfaces on the bezels and flanks. The case is water resistant to 30 meters .
The dial is decorated with a horizontal relief pattern and a blue ray motif, with a large date indicator at 12 o’clock. Day and moon phase indications are displayed on a totalizer at 7 o’clock, with applied white gold hands and hour markers. The hands and markers have a luminescent coating that glows green in the dark. The dial also includes asymmetrical small seconds on a sub-sphere at 4:30. All elements are carefully proportioned to ensure legibility and a balanced aesthetic.
The navy blue strap is made from an ultra-resistant composite material with a woven pattern and cream stitching, equipped with a platinum folding clasp engraved with the name "Cubitus".
Movement and Complications
At the heart of this model is the self-winding calibre 240 PS CI J LU , an enhanced version of Patek Philippe’s renowned calibre 240. The calibre 240 was introduced in 1977 and became renowned for its ultra-thin profile and off-centre oscillating weight in 22K gold. In the Cubitus Instantaneous Grand Date, Day and Moon Phase model, the movement has been reconfigured to include innovative complications such as the grand date, moon phase and day of the week indication, all in instantaneous jumps.
PP 5822P: 5240 PS CI J LU
The movement consists of 353 parts , including a decentralized mini-oscillating weight in 22K gold with a horizontal, unidirectional relief decoration. The addition of 104 parts compared to the original calibre 240 has increased the height of the movement by just 0.77 mm, while maintaining a thickness of 4.76 mm . The movement runs at a frequency of 21,600 alt/h (3 Hz) and is fitted with 52 jewels .
The large date is presented in a double coplanar aperture at 12 o’clock, using two discs aligned in the same plane, which avoids unwanted visual overlaps. The transition of the date, moon phase and day discs occurs instantaneously in just 18 milliseconds , thanks to an instantaneous jump mechanism that uses the energy accumulated throughout the day. This mechanism is controlled by a large lever actuated by the 24-hour wheel.
Technical Innovations and Patents
To create this complex movement and ensure the perfect functionality of the complications, Patek Philippe submitted six patent applications :
Tangential brake (Patent EP4328674) : Mechanism that ensures that, during the transition from 31 to 01, only the tens disc moves, avoiding double jumps.
Double lever correction system (Patent CH719977) : Allows safe manual corrections of the date, especially during the most delicate transitions (from 9 to 10, from 19 to 20, etc.).
Flexible day of the week corrector (Patent EP4246247) : Allows you to correct the day of the week at any time, without interfering with the main mechanism.
Dual-function spring-loaded cam wheel (Patent EP4312083) : Ensures accurate date jumps even when adjusting the time backwards or forwards.
Disc positioning mechanism and flexible locking plate (Patents CH720028 & EP4336273) : Allows for perfect adjustment of the date discs during assembly, ensuring they remain centered and aligned.
These innovations guarantee the reliability and safety of the complications, as well as allowing the correction of all indications (date, day and moon phases) at any time of the day, without the risk of damaging the movement.
Other Versions of the Cubitus Collection
In addition to the technical model in platinum, the Cubitus collection includes two other versions:
Cubitus Reference 5821/1AR-001 : A two-tone version in steel and rose gold , with a blue rayed dial and calibre 26-330 SC movement. The movement includes a central seconds, date at 3 o'clock and a stop seconds function for precise timekeeping. The case is 45 mm in diameter and just 8.3 mm thick, and is water-resistant to 30 metres.
Cubitus Reference 5821/1A-001 : An all- steel model with an olive green dial and the same calibre 26-330 SC movement. This model stands out for its slim profile and sporty design, with an integrated steel bracelet and patented adjustment system.
Functionality and Usability
The models in the Cubitus collection are designed to combine fine watchmaking with practicality. The large date offers superior legibility, and the moon phase and day of the week are clearly visible on the dial. The asymmetrical small seconds provide an additional touch of sophistication.
The case is water-resistant to 30 meters , making the watch suitable for everyday wear. Correction pushers are integrated into the sides of the case, allowing easy adjustments to the date, day of the week and moon phases. The accuracy of the moon phases is such that it only requires correction after 122 years .
Technical Sheets
Cubitus Instantaneous Large Date, Day and Moon Phases Reference 5822P-001
Movement :
Caliber 240 PS CI J LU
Ultra-thin self-winding mechanical movement
Instant large date display, instant moon phases and instant day of the week (six patent applications filed). Small seconds.
Diameter: 31mm
Height: 4.76mm
Number of pieces: 353
Number of rubies: 52
Power reserve: Min. 38 hours – max. 48 hours
Oscillating mass: Mini decentralized oscillating mass in 22K gold with horizontal decoration, unidirectional winding
Frequency: 21,600 alt/h (3 Hz)
Balance: Gyromax®
Spiral: Spiromax® (in Silinvar®)
Spiral carrier: Adjustable
Functions :
Crown with two positions:
Pressed: to wind the movement manually
Pull: to set the time
Indications :
Pointers:
Hours and minutes to the center
Small seconds at 4:30
Indication of the day at 7 o'clock
Discs:
Large date at 12 o'clock (double aperture for tens and units)
Moon phases at 7 o'clock
Correctors :
Date at 10 o'clock
Day at 8 o'clock
Moon phases at 4 o'clock
Quality mark :
Patek Philippe Seal
Features :
Platinum 950 case
Sapphire glass with transparent back
Screw crown
Baguette-cut diamond (0.02 ct) set in the bezel at 6 o'clock
Water resistance up to 30 m
Box dimensions :
Diameter (10 o'clock to 4 o'clock): 45 mm
Width (3 to 9 o'clock with crown): 44.9 mm
Length (across wings): 44.4 mm
Overall height: 9.6mm
Width between wings: 13.1 mm
Display :
Blue striped with horizontal relief
Small seconds counter with spiral finish
Date and moon phase subdial with spiral finish
Rounded baton-style hour and minute hands in 18K white gold with white luminescent coating
Applied 18K white gold hour markers with white luminescent coating that glows green in the dark
Double large date aperture with embossed and bevelled frame
White gold small seconds hand painted white
White gold painted white day hand
Bracelet :
Ultra-resistant composite material, embossed with a fabric pattern, in navy blue with cream stitching
Platinum folding clasp with "Cubitus" engraving
Price : 89 830 EUR
Cubitus Reference 5821/1AR-001
Movement :
Caliber 26-330 SC
Self-winding mechanical movement
Central seconds, date in an aperture and stop seconds function
Diameter: 27mm
Height: 3.3mm
Number of pieces: 212
Number of rubies: 30
Power reserve: Min. 35 hours – max. 45 hours
Oscillating weight: central in 21K gold with horizontal decoration, unidirectional winding
Frequency: 28,800 alt/h (4 Hz)
Balance: Gyromax®
Spiral: Spiromax® (in Silinvar®)
Spiral carrier: Adjustable
Functions :
Crown with three positions:
Pressed: to wind the movement manually
Pull in the middle: to adjust the date
Pulled out completely: to set the time with the "stop seconds" function
Indications :
Pointers:
Hours, minutes and seconds in the center
Disk:
Date at 3 o'clock
Quality mark :
Patek Philippe Seal
Features :
18K rose gold and steel case
Sapphire glass with transparent back
Screw crown
Water resistance up to 30 m
Box dimensions :
Diameter (10 o'clock to 4 o'clock): 45 mm
Width (3 to 9 o'clock with crown): 44.5 mm
Length (across wings): 44.9 mm
Overall height: 8.3mm
Width between wings: 13.05 mm
Display :
Blue striped with horizontal relief
Rounded baton-style hour and minute hands in 18K rose gold with white luminescent coating
18K rose gold applied hour markers with white luminescent coating
Rhodium-plated seconds hand
Date aperture with bezel inlay at 3 o'clock
Bracelet :
18K rose gold and steel with lockable sizing system and Patek Philippe patented folding clasp
Price : 41920 EUR
Cubitus Reference 5821/1A-001
Movement :
Caliber 26-330 SC
Self-winding mechanical movement
Central seconds, date in an aperture and stop seconds function
Diameter: 27mm
Height: 3.3mm
Number of pieces: 212
Number of rubies: 30
Power reserve: Min. 35 hours – max. 45 hours
Oscillating weight: central in 21K gold with horizontal decoration, unidirectional winding
Frequency: 28,800 alt/h (4 Hz)
Balance: Gyromax®
Spiral: Spiromax® (in Silinvar®)
Spiral carrier: Adjustable
Functions :
Crown with three positions:
Pressed: to wind the movement manually
Pull in the middle: to adjust the date
Pulled out completely: to set the time with the "stop seconds" function
Indications :
Pointers:
Hours, minutes and seconds in the center
Disk:
Date at 3 o'clock
Quality mark :
Patek Philippe Seal
Features :
Steel case
Sapphire glass with transparent back
Screw crown
Water resistance up to 30 m
Box dimensions :
Diameter (10 o'clock to 4 o'clock): 45 mm
Width (3 to 9 o'clock with crown): 44.5 mm
Length (across wings): 44.9 mm
Overall height: 8.3mm
Width between wings: 13.05 mm
Display :
Olive green with horizontal relief stripes
Rounded baton-style hour and minute hands in 18K white gold with white luminescent coating
18K white gold applied hour markers with white luminescent coating
Rhodium-plated seconds hand
Date aperture with bezel inlay at 3 o'clock
Bracelet :
Steel with lockable size adjustment system and Patek Philippe patented folding clasp
Price : 41920 EUR
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