Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5396R Sector Dial in 18k Rose Gold Box and paper set, 2007

Dealer description — Bulang & Sons

The Patek Philippe Reference 5396 Annual Calendar, introduced in 2006, represents a notable evolution in the brand’s development of the annual calendar complication. It blends the timeless elegance of the Calatrava-style case with an innovative twin in-line display for the day and month - a layout inspired by Patek Philippe’s early perpetual calendars. This model was released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the brand’s original patent for the annual calendar. A defining feature of the Reference 5396 is its pair of horizontally aligned apertures for the day and month - a refined design element that recalls historic perpetual calendar references such as the 1526, 3448, and 3450, considered among the most beautiful wristwatches ever produced by the manufacture. The classic Calatrava case enhances the watch’s enduring sophistication and balance. In this example, it is crafted from rose gold, measuring 38.5 mm in diameter, and features four subtle correctors on the case flanks for adjusting the calendar indications. A sapphire display back reveals the self-winding movement within, showcasing the technical artistry synonymous with Patek Philippe. This particular piece features a lovely two-tone “sector dial” — defined by clean circles and radiating gloss-black lines, blending precision with Art Deco charm, a design language first introduced in the 1920s to enhance readability and style. This was the dial with which the reference was introduced. The inner circle is finished in matte silver, while the outer ring presents a matte white tone. The Patek Philippe signature is rendered in an unusually rounded Art Deco style, giving the dial a distinct personality compared to other variants of this reference. The dauphine hands are executed in blued steel, enhancing legibility and adding a striking contrast.Perfectly balanced and elegantly open, the Annual Calendar’s dial arranges all essential indications along the 12-to-6 axis for a clean, harmonious look. This fine Annual Calendar is fitted with its original Patek Philippe leather strap and an 18k rose gold Patek folding clasp. It comes complete with its original wooden presentation box, leather document holder, four booklets, and the original Certificate of Origin, confirming a sale in August 2007 in Hong Kong. The watch — powered by the calibre 324, a self-winding movement with a 21k gold central rotor — has been fully serviced by our watchmaker. In today’s market, pieces like this represent remarkable value. Just look at how tasteful and elegant this complicated Patek is — a true connoisseur’s choice, and, in our opinion, an absolute no-brainer ! Specifications: Patek Philippe Reference Annual calendar reference5 369 R 38.5 mm 18K rose gold case with display case back and correctors on the flanks Sector two- tone dial with no lume and apertures for the date functions No lume, blued dauphine hands Automatic cal 324 with 21 k gold rotor Patek Philippe leather strap with 18K rose gold folding buckle Movement no 3368xxx , case no 443xxxx dating to 2007 Patek Philippe wooden presentation box, leather document holder, four booklets, and the original Certificate of Origin Certificate of Origin stating a sale in 2007 Fully serviced by our watchmaker