Patek Philippe

Everyone knows about it but no-one is willing to say anything... I was surprised to see the new line-up include a minute repeater with annual calendar - the 5033p. It has the case, metal, and dial characteristics of the discontinued 5135p but the base cal... 

this reference is not new - it was released with a special dial a few years ago.

An internet search confirmed this is the case (thanks!) a few years back. I guess this is perhaps a re-issue of a caliber they printed in limited number in the past (for Qatar?). A shame though as there are endless one liners up for grabs - a fling with a... 

Combining a high-watchmaking "grand" complication with a "low level" complication seems a bit odd.

Someone of nobility marrying a common peasant. Eric von Schonberg

with nobility marrying a common peasant..... there were many such marriages that are quite successful....