{"product_id":"patek-philippe-annual-calendar-5396g-001-silver-dial","title":"Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5396G-001 Silver Dial","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.3421%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7601%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.619%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1322%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.3421%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7601%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.619%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1322%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Annual Calendar is one of Patek Philippe’s most thoughtful modern contributions—introduced in the 1990s as a practical complication that sits between a simple calendar and a perpetual. The reference 5396 refines that idea into a more classical form, drawing from mid-century Patek designs with its balanced dial and restrained proportions. It is a watch that feels both contemporary in function and traditional in appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 5396G-001 stands out for its symmetry and clarity. The day and month apertures at 12 o’clock create a clean, horizontal axis, while the moonphase and date at 6 anchor the lower half of the dial. The sector-style minute track subtly frames the display, adding structure without distraction. The silver opaline dial keeps the overall tone soft and legible, allowing the layout to take precedence. Inside, the automatic calibre 324 S QA LU 24H\/303 delivers approximately 45 hours of power reserve, integrating the annual calendar in a way that requires adjustment only once per year—an elegant balance of complexity and usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 38.5mm in white gold, the watch wears with ideal proportions for a modern dress piece. It has enough presence to feel contemporary, yet remains slim and composed. The white gold case gives it a discreet, almost understated character, while the black leather strap reinforces its formal identity. On the wrist, it feels balanced and intuitive—the calendar displays easy to read, the overall presence calm and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example features a 38.5mm 18K white gold case with silver opaline dial, day and month apertures at 12 o’clock, moonphase with date at 6, and sector minute track. It is fitted to a black leather strap secured by an 18K white gold folding clasp and powered by the automatic Patek Philippe calibre 324 S QA LU 24H\/303 with approximately 45 hours of power reserve. As always, details regarding condition—particularly dial condition, case edges, and service history—should be communicated clearly based only on confirmed information, along with set completeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 5396G belongs in a collection that values practical complication within a classical framework. It offers the intellectual appeal of a calendar watch without the density of a perpetual, making it highly wearable in daily life. For collectors who appreciate balanced design and useful complications, it provides a particularly coherent and satisfying option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 5396G-001 is compelling because it resolves complexity with ease. With its symmetrical dial, practical calendar, and understated white gold case, it stands as one of Patek Philippe’s most refined modern interpretations of a classical complication.\u003c!-- notionvc: 46933ea3-3081-4ca8-8b92-c5858506b41b --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e38.5mm \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e18K White Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Silver Opaline Dial, Day and Month Apertures at 12 o’clock, Moonphase with Date at 6, Sector Minute Track\u003cbr data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"366\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black Leather Strap with 18K White Gold Folding Clasp\u003cbr data-end=\"442\" data-start=\"439\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approx. 45 Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Automatic (Calibre 324 S QA LU 24H\/303)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52987001798956,"sku":null,"price":37888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/5396G-001-1.jpg?v=1776661218","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/patek-philippe-annual-calendar-5396g-001-silver-dial","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}