The Reference 6104, a Patek Philippe astronomical
Grand Complication, presents several functions
that are exceptionally uncommon in a wristwatch.
It permanently showcases the heavenly canopy
over the northern hemisphere, emulating the
apparent movement of the stars as well as the
positions and phases of the moon in the course
of a lunar cycle. This fascinating celestial ballet
Reference 6104
Caliber 240 LU CL C
Self-winding wristwatch with date, sky chart,
time of meridian passage of Sirius,
time of meridian passage of the moon,
orbital position of the moon, and moon phases.
surrounded by the fire of 38 baguette diamonds
set in the bezel is choreographed by the self-
winding caliber 240 LU CL C movement, which
despite its complexity is only 6.81 mm high. The
astronomical indications are complemented by a
central date hand that points at the date scale on
the outermost periphery of the dial.