{"product_id":"patek-philippe-calatrava-date-5296r-010-silver-dial","title":"Patek Philippe Calatrava Date 5296R-010 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: 33.2898%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.8748%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.7945%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.2543%; 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: 33.2898%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.8748%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.7945%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.2543%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ref. 5296 belongs to a modern generation of Calatrava that translates Patek Philippe’s traditional dress-watch language into proportions suited to contemporary wear. At 38 mm, it is larger than many of the mid-century references that established the Calatrava vocabulary, yet the fundamentals remain familiar: a round precious-metal case, restrained dial, carefully judged markers and little unnecessary decoration. In the Ref. 5296R-010, rose gold and a silvered dial give that formula warmth without moving away from the understated character expected of a Calatrava.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ref. 5296R-010 is notable for how closely its dial adheres to classical Patek Philippe design principles while incorporating the practicality of a modern automatic watch. Applied 18K rose gold baton markers and Dauphine hands establish the primary geometry, while a beaded minute track adds a finer layer of detail around the perimeter. Central seconds keep the dial cleaner than a traditional subsidiary-seconds arrangement, and the date at 3 o’clock adds everyday utility without becoming the visual focus. Inside, the automatic Calibre 324 S C provides the mechanical foundation, pairing self-winding convenience with the restrained exterior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 38 mm, the 5296R-010 has enough presence for regular contemporary wear while remaining firmly within dress-watch proportions. Rose gold gives the case warmth, particularly against the cooler silvered dial, while the faceted markers and Dauphine hands become more pronounced as they catch the light. The relatively simple dial means much of the experience comes from proportion and finishing rather than complication. A brown leather strap with an 18K rose gold pin buckle completes the traditional presentation and allows the watch to move easily between formal settings and more relaxed daily wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is configured with a 38 mm 18K rose gold case, silvered dial, brown leather strap and 18K rose gold pin buckle. The dial features applied 18K rose gold baton hour markers, Dauphine hands, central seconds, a beaded minute track and date window at 3 o’clock. It is powered by the automatic Calibre 324 S C, with a stated power reserve of 45 hours. No specific information regarding cosmetic condition, polishing history, box and papers, provenance or previous servicing has been provided, and these details therefore remain unconfirmed rather than assumed. Preservation of the case geometry, dial condition and documented mechanical history remain worthwhile considerations when assessing an individual example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ref. 5296R-010 suits a collector who appreciates the Calatrava ideal but wants the convenience and proportions of a more modern Patek Philippe. It retains the essential simplicity of the family while adding automatic winding, central seconds and a practical date. Within a broader collection, it can serve as a straightforward expression of Patek Philippe’s dress-watch tradition—less about complication or rarity and more about proportion, finishing and the continuity of a design philosophy developed over generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Patek Philippe Calatrava Date Ref. 5296R-010 succeeds by making relatively few gestures and executing each with restraint. Its 38 mm rose gold case provides warmth and presence, the silvered dial and Dauphine hands maintain the classical character, and the Calibre 324 S C makes it practical for regular wear. It is a modern Calatrava that remains closely connected to the principles that made the collection enduring in the first place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 38 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18K Rose Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silvered Dial with Applied 18K Rose Gold Baton Hour Markers, Dauphine Hands, Central Seconds, Beaded Minute Track, and Date Window at 3 o’Clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brown Leather Strap with 18K Rose Gold Pin Buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 45 Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automatic (Calibre 324 S C)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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":67580079538476,"sku":null,"price":28888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/5296R-7263340-4412854-1.jpg?v=1791362063","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/patek-philippe-calatrava-date-5296r-010-silver-dial","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}