The present reference is the Patek Philippe 5960R, an elegant fusion of annual calendar practicality and flyback chronograph sportiness housed in a 40.5 mm 18k rose\u2011gold case. Its striking black dial balances rich contrast with at\u2011a\u2011glance legibility: three aperture displays for day, date, and month; a power\u2011reserve indicator at 12 o\u2019clock; day\/night indication; and a monocounter chronograph at 6 o\u2019clock.<\/p>\n
Inside beats Patek Philippe\u2019s first fully in\u2011house automatic chronograph movement\u2014an historic caliber for the manufacture\u2014uniting column\u2011wheel control, vertical clutch engagement, and a flyback function for instantaneous restart timing. The annual calendar intelligently distinguishes 30\u2011 and 31\u2011day months, requiring correction only once per year at the end of February.<\/p>\n
A sapphire\u2011crystal caseback reveals the refined movement architecture and its large 21k gold oscillating weight stamped with the Calatrava cross, along with the superlative finishing expected of Patek Philippe. The watch is paired with a supple black leather strap that completes the rose\u2011gold and black palette with understated sophistication.<\/p>\n
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Patek Philippe – Bio<\/b><\/p>\n
Patek Philippe & Co. was founded in 1839, located in Geneva and the Vall\u00e9e de Joux. It designs and manufactures timepieces and movements, including some of the most complicated mechanical watches. It is considered by many experts and aficionados to be one of the most prestigious watch manufacturers.
\nIn 1868, Patek Philippe made their first wristwatch, which was sold on November 13, 1876 to the Hungarian Countess.
\nIt is the last independent, family-owned Genevan watch manufacture with uninterrupted operating history spanning nearly 180 years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"