Watch of the Week: Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Time Travel Ref 5326G-001

To end our time at Watches and Wonders, we saved the best for last: Patek Philippe. While the full range of new timepieces was nothing shy of impressive, the Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Time Travel Ref 5326G-001 stunned most as they were able to get up close during the intimate presentation. Patek Philippe combines two signature complications into a single watch for the first time in history: its patented Annual Calendar and its Travel Time dual-time display. 

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Patek Philippe

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Patek Philippe

The model travels back in time with a vintage look as the dial is charcoal gray with a refined gradation with a subtle granular structure, reminiscent of the cases of old photo cameras. Yet, it is catapulted into the modern era of watchmaking with the new 41mm white-gold case that houses the new, groundbreaking self-winding movement. Protected by eight patents, the exclusive mechanical movement combines both the Annual Calendar and the Travel Time mechanisms in the same case. In the new caliber 31-260 PS QA LU FUS 24H movement, the Annual Calendar is controlled by the Travel Time function, and it is the local-time hour wheel that drives the calendar.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Patek PhilippePhoto Credit: Courtesy of Patek Philippe

Embodying the essence of Patek Philippe’s unparalleled approach to watchmaking, Ref. 5326G-001 Annual Calendar Travel Time stands as a testament to exceptional artistry and sophisticated design. The timepiece is fitted with a beige calfskin leather strap that can be interchangeable with an additional black calfskin strap embossed with a fabric pattern.

Adrienne Faurote

Editor in Chief · Haute Time

As a former New Yorker, now a “Miamian,” Adrienne Faurote joined Haute Living in August of 2021. She currently serves as the Haute Media Group Editor-in-Chief, overseeing all editorial platforms within the Haute Media Group while also maintaining her role as Fashion, Jewelry & Watch Director. Prior to her position at Haute Living, Faurote was the Market Editor at Marie Claire Magazine US, amassing over ten years in the industry, becoming an authoritative voice in all things fashion, jewelry, and watches.