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Dear all, I have been considering the purchase of a Patek Philippe 5396R-012. The principal questions overhanging my decision on this timepiece are both aesthetic and linked to one another; In electing to include a 24 hour indicator, Patek Philippe was not able to utilise what I believe is the more
Patek Philippe Reference 5396
The Reference 5396 represents Patek Philippe's annual calendar offering within the Annual Calendar with Moon Phase series. This 38.5mm reference provides the annual calendar complication combined with moon phase indication, positioning it as a complex calendar watch that requires manual correction only once per year in February.
The watch features an 18k white gold case measuring 38.5mm in diameter with a smooth bezel and sapphire crystal. The automatic Caliber 324 S IRM QA LU provides 45 hours of power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters, and the watch is fitted with a leather strap.
In production since 2006, the Reference 5396 appeals to collectors seeking Patek Philippe's annual calendar complication in white gold. The 38.5mm case size offers contemporary wearability while the moon phase adds visual interest to the calendar display. This reference serves collectors prioritizing complicated timepieces with practical daily calendar functions.
So simply forget it without making the issue complicated. My favourite AC (plus chronograph) is 5960/1A. On the second place is 5960P, then 5450P. Because 5450P might be difficult to locate at least with reasonable amount of money, have a looks at 5146. That is available in all three golds plus platinum. Best, Kari
In a window. The 24 hour indicator is a "so what" and on,u useful when setting the time. You would probably prefer the 5146
Well, this is a very personal issue. Some people have problems with window dates, cut numerals, luminova, fonts type or size etc... And some don't. We all have our tastes on that matter. Personally, I like the 5X96 family very much, a lot of discretion and a timeless and pure style. Looking at a watch live and and picture are 2 very different things. That's why a watch should always be judged on the wrist before making a conclusion. I tried this 5396 (pictures below) and this is absolutely not a
What"puts me off" is that you have got two time displays. Now the 24 h display makes setting easier and safer but still I do not "like" it. Lange's ACs do not have the 24 h display and do not use windows neither. Lange has next to an automatic AC also released a , very nice looking, manual AC. But still: if you like Patek then go for it. At the end of the day there are not too many perfect watches out there. Best Moritz
I loved this watch as soon as I saw it for the first time and I still do,But the 5960 won. A very close friend just bought the same watch in the photo about,It\'s nice but I have to say it lacks something.I had the feeling that it started it\'s life as a Calatrava and then they started adding complications over. I vote for 5960 steel or platinum. Best, Ahmed
Take a look at the 5146, which has a power reserve indicator instead of the 24 hour indicator.
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