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Sham1 celebrates the arrival of his Patek Philippe 5212A, a highly anticipated addition to his collection. He shares his initial impressions, highlighting the watch's unique off-white dial patina and its surprising wearability on a smaller wrist despite its 40mm size, attributing this to thoughtful lug design.
The Patek Philippe Reference 5212A Calatrava Weekly Calendar introduced a novel complication to the brand's lineup, displaying not only the day and date but also the current week number and month. This function is particularly useful for individuals who track their schedules and business activities by week. The watch maintains the classic Calatrava aesthetic while incorporating a complex yet legible dial layout for its unique calendar display.
Crafted in stainless steel, a less common material for Patek Philippe complications, the 5212A features a 40mm case with a distinctive stepped lug design. It houses the self-winding caliber 26-330 S C J SE, visible through a sapphire crystal case back. This movement provides a power reserve of approximately 35-45 hours and incorporates a new base caliber for the brand, developed specifically for this weekly calendar mechanism.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Patek Philippe with a distinctive and practical complication, offered in a robust and understated material. Its introduction marked a notable addition to the Calatrava collection, demonstrating Patek Philippe's continued innovation in calendar functions. The steel construction also positions it as a more accessible entry point for some collectors into the brand's complicated offerings.
I got mine about 3 months ago and it is a perfect daily watch.
fitting on your small wrist ! Congratulations to your sister as well ! Was 5212 the watch you wore to the wedding ?
Didn’t know you had your eye on this, but it is a really nice one. Very practical as well.
Congratulations on yours! I think the UK market just received its allocation!
and I just paid for the watch a few hours ago. But as I shall be reclaiming the tax back on the watch, my dealer will be sending the watch to Heathrow Airport via a courier company where I collect the watch at the VAT desk after I pass through security. This system administered by a handful of dealers allowed me to pay for the watch without the tax hence simplifying the refund process which does not then exist. In short, no I shall not be wearing the watch to my sister's wedding but will probabl
But it had to be this way because another dial for the date would make it too cluttered and confusing to read. Next GTG, I shall bring it with me Thanks Richard!
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