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small-luxury-world provides a comprehensive visual guide to the Patek Philippe Ref. 5960, showcasing nearly all available versions of this annual calendar chronograph. This article highlights the subtle yet significant aesthetic differences across various metal and dial configurations, demonstrating how minor details can dramatically alter a watch's character. It serves as an excellent resource for collectors interested in the nuances of this specific Patek Philippe reference.
have been on display at the KunstWerkUhr. There have been versions in P, R and even G (LE 100) and with different dials – two-tone or mono color.
One watch and very different styles, just because of different details.
Let´s have a look.
Three versions in P and the latest one is just so difficult
to shoot ;-)
Three versions in R.
From the limited version in G, I
didn´t manage to get a picture so far. Sorry!
Just for completion the Ref. 5961P with black (LE 10) and blue dial:
The two-tone dials are very unique, modern and sporty.
The mono color dials are more classic, but they have nice frames around all date windows (except the 5961s).
The movement is always the same, of course.
Which one is your favorite version and why?
Me like them all (more or less), but I have a weakness for the black dials and especially the P version.
The
fact that it looks smaller doesn´t hurt at all, at least on my wrist 
Oliver
The Patek Philippe Complications reference 5960A, introduced in stainless steel, represents a significant offering within the brand's annual calendar chronograph series. This particular reference is notable for being the first annual calendar chronograph from Patek Philippe to be offered in a non-precious metal, making it a distinctive piece in the Complications collection. It combines practical complications with a robust case material, appealing to collectors seeking a blend of utility and horological complexity.
This reference features a 40.5mm stainless steel case, housing the self-winding Caliber CH 28-520 QA 24H. The movement provides a power reserve of approximately 55 hours and is visible through a sapphire crystal case back. The dial is presented in white, protected by a sapphire crystal, and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The integrated stainless steel bracelet complements the case material, providing a cohesive aesthetic.
The 5960A in stainless steel holds a specific position for collectors due to its material choice and the integrated bracelet, differentiating it from its precious metal counterparts. Its combination of an annual calendar and chronograph functions, along with the 24-hour indication, makes it a highly functional and mechanically interesting timepiece. The special hand set and case back decoration mentioned for this specific 5960A further emphasize its unique attributes within the production run.
but the watch is really not for me. I like the platinum with black dial most, my #2 is the original slate and #3 the platinum with blue dial. I do not like the combination AC & chrono but the main issue for me is that the watch is too thick. I feel that the typical Patek elegance is missing. The watch could be nice without the AC build as slim as possible or it could be a nice Nautilus and then the thickness or AC would not bother me at all. But a Sportive watch with platinum case is not for
steamed :-)
The Blue, Black and Ruthenium are all great choices. But I will stick with the Grey Ruthenium. Well, " stick ", you got me, IF I had to go for a 5960 ( I am quite tempted, by the way ). Why the Ruthenium? Because you can find black and blue dialed Chronos, but not very often ruthenium. It has, in my opinion, some extra class. Fascinating, captivating. Best, Nicolas
... and the blue dial. Have the grey as well, but for me, the sunburst grey dial however nice, feels a bit too serious. I wear the blue a lot, and the center of the chrono is nicer than the bull's eye of the grey. Also the blue contrast better with the shiny platinum. The blue is also something very special in Patek, they do such magical blue dials, all different from each other. The blue on the 5960 changes so much, giving the watch various feel. I see it as a practical daily watch, so blue is
Thats my favorite; 5961 is not for me; never been a fan of diamond studded watches. I love PPs with black dial on white metal; they look stunning; unfortunately I don't think they make too many of these in this combination; last one I remember seeing was the LE 5396G Tiffany edition; a spectacularly beautiful dial IMHO. Thanks for sharing these wonderful pics.
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