Which Perpetual Calendar?
Two self-winding Perpetual Calendars : Patek Philippe ref. 3941J with caliber 240 Q micro-rotor. Case diameter: 36 x 9 mm Audemars Piguet ref. 25668BA with caliber 2120/2800 SQ central rotor. Case Diameter: 36 x 8 mm Do you have a preference ? Best, Emman...
Brutal choice...which one of your kids do you love the most?
...maybe a slight edge to the 3941 as it's a tad more readable, and maybe the classic PC...
Normally, I should choose the 3941 too,
given my conservative tastes. But here, I feel attracted to the AP. I prefer the 4 subdials layout and somehow the “crazy” aesthetic appeals to me. Best, Emmanuel
AP in a heartbeat.
The frontside just has more character in my eyes. I will confess that the uber cool strap probably influences my opinion to a degree. I also prefer full size rotors to micro rotors. The PP gets a check mark for superior legibility but it just doesn't exci...
Well, I feel like you here, even if I’m generally not into openwork aesthetic.
But never say never: here the AP appeals to me. I prefer the 4 subdials layout and the color scheme and strap are just stunning. It’s always nice to be reminded that each timepiece and situation is different and can be challenging for one’s tastes. Best, ...
I am going to have to be boring again and say both! 😆
Masterpieces in their own right!
Tough one, quattro.
Think I'd go for the AP here. Don't always love skeleton pieces, but this one's a sweetheart (despite its readability issues). I'd perhaps find a different strap ;-)
Interesting responses here, quattro.
When it comes to the PP perpetual calendars, my tastes have shifted to the 5040 and the 5940.
Yes, the tonneau-shape case is very appealing, I completely agree.
Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel
I also prefer the 4 subdials layout
and even if I’m generally not into the openwork aesthetic, here the AP appeals to me more. Best, Emmanuel
For whatever reason, the AP appeals to me more here.
Even the movement. So, openwork can win me over sometimes! ;-) Cheers, Emmanuel
It’s the one I should choose normally given my tastes.
But for whatever reasons, here, I feel more attracted to the AP. The 4 subdials layout is one of the reasons. Best, Emmanuel
Patek!
For me the Patek for sure, I find the AP a bit busy, but I do see it’s appeal.
I would normally choose the Patek too,
but surprisingly for me, as I generally don’t like the openwork aesthetic, here, I feel more attracted to the AP! The color scheme, the 4 subdials layout and the exuberance won me over… Best, Emmanuel
As much as I love and respect the complication,
there's enough going on with a QP that AP is a bit much for me so I'd go with the Patek. I believe the skeleton calibre is 2120/2800SQ, distinct from the base, un-skeletonized 2120/2800.
Thank you for your vigilance concerning the caliber reference !
The Patek is undoubtedly cleaner, but, for whatever reason, the AP speaks to me more here. Best, Emmanuel
Fantastic question! And one that I have been pondering.
I've been waffling over this very question lately. I give the edge to Patek on this one. That says less about the AP, and more about the high regard that I have for the 3940. In my opinion, it is the platonic ideal of a perpetual calendar. I do not believ...
Thank you so much, Josh, for sharing your thoughts in this detailed way.
Initially, I thought I would prefer the 3941J too. But after taking the time to contemplate the photos, I must say that I prefer the 4 subdial layout and, even if I'm usually not into openwork dial, something about this AP speaks to me, here. But, as you ...
The AP movement does not appeal to me
because of its handwork, I find it too rococo, but even this fact couldn’t make me choose the Patek. The dial side of the AP is such a class act, I’d probably get lost in it, it is so well done and it has so many minute details. I know just looking at it ...
I agree with you, Derreck, that the movement decoration is a bit rococo,
but, as you say, the watch is very appealing and I like this 4 subdials layout. Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel
Patek.. not even close for me
Generally not a fan of open dials.. Also, the AP doesn’t have a leap year indicator.. kinda tricky to set..
I understand your choice, especially as I'm not into open dials either.
But, for whatever reason, the AP speaks to me more here. Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel
Easy for me: AP
While I'm generally a sucker for a micro-rotor, I also have a major soft spot for the AP caliber 2120 and its derivatives. Add the engraving on the AP movement and the open dial that lets you see it from both sides, and teh deal is sealed. (Also, heretica...
The AP would be my choice too,
and I also prefer the 4-subdial layout. It's a bit of a surprise for me, as I'm not generally attracted to openwork dials, but I find this AP very appealing. Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel