A ton of watch for the money. The 5960P is one of the most important complicated Pateks of the modern era, introducing the brand’s first serially produced in-house automatic chronograph movement, paired with the brilliantly practical Annual Calendar. It was a bold departure from the more traditional perpetual calendars the brand was known for, and today has become something of a cult favourite among collectors.
The sunburst blue dial is packed with detail. The day, date and month are displayed clearly across the top, while the clever monocounter at six combines the chronograph hours and minutes into a single register, making it surprisingly intuitive to read. It’s one of those watches where the more time you spend with it, the more you appreciate just how well thought out the design is.
This example has been preserved beautifully, with crisp hallmarks to the backs of the lugs and a sharp overall case. It comes complete with its original platinum deployant clasp and was originally retailed by Beyer in August 2010. If you’ve been looking for a modern complicated Patek that offers genuine horological significance without venturing into perpetual calendar money, this is a seriously compelling place to start.
Light hairlines from use across the watch. A new strap of your choice from Handdn will be provided post sale. Watch case measures 40mm, above my usual preference but manageable on a 17cm wrist.
A ton of watch for the money. The 5960P is one of the most important complicated Pateks of the modern era, introducing the brand’s first serially produced in-house automatic chronograph movement, paired with the brilliantly practical Annual Calendar. It was a bold departure from the more traditional perpetual calendars the brand was known for, and today has become something of a cult favourite among collectors.
The sunburst blue dial is packed with detail. The day, date and month are displayed clearly across the top, while the clever monocounter at six combines the chronograph hours and minutes into a single register, making it surprisingly intuitive to read. It’s one of those watches where the more time you spend with it, the more you appreciate just how well thought out the design is.
This example has been preserved beautifully, with crisp hallmarks to the backs of the lugs and a sharp overall case. It comes complete with its original platinum deployant clasp and was originally retailed by Beyer in August 2010. If you’ve been looking for a modern complicated Patek that offers genuine horological significance without venturing into perpetual calendar money, this is a seriously compelling place to start.
Light hairlines from use across the watch. A new strap of your choice from Handdn will be provided post sale. Watch case measures 40mm, above my usual preference but manageable on a 17cm wrist.
