Patek Philippe 5205R Annual Calendar

thomaspp · 2015-07-21T13:44:53Z

Discover the Patek Philippe 5205R annual calendar in rose gold with a black lacquered dial. A collector shares his acquisition and community insights.

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Thomaspp shares his excitement over acquiring the Patek Philippe 5205R, a watch he had admired since its 2013 Baselworld debut. This article delves into his personal journey to this annual calendar, highlighting the aesthetic appeal of its rose gold case and black lacquered dial, and sparking community discussion on its design nuances.

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I am new to PPro, but have greatly enjoyed coming here form time to time and reading many great threads. I thought I would post something today as today I received a watch that is quite special to. Over the years, I kept coming back to the Patk Philippe 5205G black dial as my annual calendar choice. I loved the modern look of the date windows, case design was fresh and the moon phase was the icing on the cake.

Then came Basel 2013, and after seeing those initial press shots of the 5205 in rose gold with the black lacquered dial, I could not get that watch out of my head.

And the rest was history! Best.

This message has been edited by Mark in Paris on 2015-07-28 06:12:58

About the Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Ref. 5205

Patek Philippe Reference 5205

The Reference 5205 represents Patek Philippe's annual calendar offering within the complications category. This 40mm timepiece displays day, date, month, moon phase, and 24-hour indication, positioning it as a multi-function dress watch that requires adjustment only once per year at the end of February.

The 40mm case is available in 18k white gold, 18k rose gold, or platinum, featuring a smooth bezel and sapphire crystal with 30-meter water resistance. The automatic Caliber 324 S QA LU 24H provides 45 hours of power reserve. Each example comes fitted with a leather strap and deployant clasp.

In production from 2010 to present, the 5205 appeals to collectors seeking Patek Philippe's annual calendar complication in a contemporary case size. The availability across three precious metal options allows for different aesthetic preferences while maintaining the same movement and case proportions throughout the reference's production run.

Specifications

Caliber: 324 S QA LU 24H

Case: 18k White Gold, 18k Rose Gold, or Platinum

Diameter: 40 mm

Water Resist.: 30m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The Patek Philippe 5205R in rose gold with a black dial is praised for its enhanced readability and vibrant appearance compared to the initial 5205G models, attributed to the strong contrast.
The 5205R's distinct curves and case design are recognized as contributing to its overall class, regardless of the metal color.
The 5205R is considered by some to be one of Patek Philippe's best-looking current models, even drawing comparisons to the more complicated 5207R.
The rose gold and black dial combination is a favorite among collectors, with its striking appearance making it quite eye-catching, potentially sacrificing some of Patek Philippe's typical understatement.
Despite its beauty, a question arises about the readability of the 5205R's dial, particularly with light behind the wearer, though the author finds it acceptable.
The watch is noted for its ability to attract attention and generate questions from friends and strangers, indicating its strong visual impact.

The Discussion

foversta

Jul 21, 2015

Huge congrats for this beauty! [nt]

thomaspp

Jul 21, 2015

Thank you!

Your posts here are excellent my friend!

foversta

Jul 21, 2015

Thanks! And since I'm a 5205G owner, I can only approve your choice! [nt]

amanico

Jul 21, 2015

Welcome here, Thomaspp.

GT3

Jul 21, 2015

Great watch! Congratulations! Wear it in the best health! [nt]

Keyz

Jul 21, 2015

Nice

Beautiful watch indeed. Isn't it that hard to read the time with the light behind you ? I heard few stories about clients having troubles for this model and asking to put anti reflect on it... Enjoy