Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar. After an extended absence patek philippe s signature perpetual calendar chronograph is once again available in yellow gold with the perpetual calendar chronograph ref. With the first perpetual calendar in the nautilus collection and the first chronograph in the aquanaut range patek philippe has further enhanced the appeal of its two refined sporty watch families.
The new watch joins the platinum and rose gold versions currently in the catalogue and is the first perpetual calendar chronograph in yellow gold since the ref. The perpetual calendar complication considered a grand complication is the most traditional expression of horological prowess and patek was the first brand that managed to turn it into a commercially viable and relatively accessible reference with a continuous production run that spanned nearly three decades. Older models with perpetual calendars serve as the entry point into this section of the patek philippe catalog.
The timepiece was inspired by exhibits in the patek philippe museum from the 1940s and 1950s.
Note that this number also includes reference 2438 1 essentially the same watch but with a waterproof screw back. Older models with perpetual calendars serve as the entry point into this section of the patek philippe catalog. Launched in 1951 the reference 2497 was the first sweep seconds patek philippe perpetual calendar watch made in series. Patek philippe has launched a new self winding perpetual calendar with a contemporary vintage style in a case with three tier lugs as well as a lacquered cream dial graced with luminous numerals and hands.