Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5396R-001

The Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5396R-001 exemplifies the brand’s signature balance of functionality, understated elegance, and mechanical excellence. Housed in a 38.5 mm 18k rose gold case, its graceful proportions and polished surfaces provide a warm, timeless allure. A sapphire crystal caseback reveals the intricately finished self-winding Caliber 324 S QA LU 24H at work—its Geneva stripes, polished bevels, and 21k gold rotor reflecting the utmost standards of haute horlogerie.

At the heart of this timepiece lies Patek Philippe’s celebrated annual calendar mechanism, a practical innovation introduced by the maison that requires only one correction per year. Two apertures at 12 o’clock display the day and month, presenting calendar information at a glance. At 6 o’clock, a moon phase aperture and a pointer-date subdial add both functional relevance and poetic charm, while a subtle 24-hour indicator ensures proper setting of the calendar and distinction between AM and PM.

The opaline dial features applied rose gold hour markers and elegantly shaped hands that complement the case’s warm tones. Paired with a hand-stitched alligator leather strap and secured by a rose gold buckle, the 5396R-001 stands as a refined testament to Patek Philippe’s enduring craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless style.