The 5296 Haussman limited series thus takes up this known framework: the case with a diameter of 38mm, a thickness of 8,5mm, the date at 3 o'clock and the well-known automatic movement 324 with central second having a frequency of 4hz for a power reserve of 45 hours.


The specificity of the limited series lies in 5 points:

• the presence of a Roman numeral XII applied to the top of the dial
• the sunray finish of the dial (blue for the white gold version, slate for the pink gold version)
• the use of a folding clasp
• the inscription Hausmann & Co 1794 - 2019 on the see-through caseback
  
• the provision of a superb certificate

The 5296 Hausmann limited series is in any case a nice evolution of a very famous Patek Philippe model. The result remains very classic and without real surprise effect. It remains nevertheless attractive thanks to the old-fashioned charm that emerges. To tell the truth, I thought more about the Via Veneto and the stars of the golden age of Cinecitta while observing the two versions than about the contemporary fervour of the Via Condotti. The Roman numerals accentuate this sensation and I come to regret that Patek Philippe did not choose the option to remove the date window which would have allowed to go to the end of the concept. Also I would have preferred an officer's back rather than the inscription on the glass.



In any case, the 5296 Hausmann gives the possibility to still enjoy this old Calatrava reference and to access a limited series from Patek Philippe which is a great asset. But for those who are interested, then you have to be quick as there are hardly any pieces left available.