Review
Baufoam seeks community insights on the Patek Philippe 5320G, a perpetual calendar that debuted in 2017. This post delves into its reception, practicality as a daily wearer, and overall appeal, providing valuable perspectives for potential buyers. Baufoam's inquiry highlights the importance of informed decisions for significant luxury watch acquisitions.
The Patek Philippe Reference 5320G is a perpetual calendar wristwatch distinguished by its vintage-inspired design elements, particularly the stepped lugs and the syringe-style hands. It represents a contemporary interpretation of classic Patek Philippe perpetual calendars, integrating historical aesthetic cues with modern watchmaking standards. This reference is notable for its clean dial layout and the harmonious integration of its various indications, appealing to collectors who appreciate traditional complications presented with a refined, understated elegance.
The watch features a white gold case, measuring 40mm in diameter and 11.13mm in thickness. It houses the self-winding caliber 324 S Q, visible through a sapphire crystal case back. The movement provides a power reserve of approximately 35-45 hours. The front crystal is made of sapphire, ensuring durability and clarity for the dial, which displays the perpetual calendar functions with precision and legibility.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a sophisticated perpetual calendar with a distinct vintage character, yet executed with modern reliability. Its white gold construction offers a subtle alternative to more common yellow or rose gold perpetual calendars. The 5320G fits within Patek Philippe's grand complications lineup, offering a blend of technical mastery and design heritage that resonates with enthusiasts of classic horology.
No personal experience, I am sorry to say. I love this piece. It's a throwback classic. Love the raised 5-minute dots, and the syringe hands. I think I've seen white and off-white dials? The off-white egg shell color completes that vintage vibe. More experienced owners will certainly chime in.
...it most likely changes with the lighting.
Having said this, I do like this piece more than not, especially the dial, that I find just stunning in that cream color. It stands out, IMO, among most other Patek PCs, save the 5740. On the flipside, I'm not particularly into PCs, and while I've noticed a timid increase in interest for this piece, it probably never took off completely. But again, this has been the case with most ACs or PCs (outside the Nautilus line) for many years now, and I'm sure you know that. In terms of value, you'll pro
So much for your input. I remember when this watch came out a couple of years ago, it was HIGHLY divisive. People really liked the watch or they did not like it at all. Two years ago, I felt that it was as close to a “Classic Perpetual Calendar” as we may ever see done with “Modern Build Quality”. Certainly Patek will make thousands of the 5320. Part of my thought is that if I wear it on a daily basis, and it gets damaged, I will not have harmed an “historic relic” , i.e., a 3348, or a 3450. I l
...an excellent sport (looking) watch!đź‘Ť
That’s pretty cool! I am more of a “Dress Watch “ guy myself, but that change of strap does make a HUGE ( and very interesting )change .
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