Patek's annual calendar has enjoyed many years of popularity since its introduction, so it was no surprise that Patek Philippe decided to use it as a showcase project for renewal of the well-known 315 caliber, with an additional case redesign and dial layout to boot. The reference 5135 Gondolo Calendario sports a tonneau-shaped case with a unique placement of the day of the week and the date and month in an arc between 10 and 2 o'clock, with more uncluttered and temperate dial layout than its predecessor, the 5035. The revised movement 324, with a frequency of 28,800 bph, is a big step for Patek as well with alterations to the famous Gyromax balance and new tooth geometry for the wheels, among other improvements. All in all, for Patek, this is a big step forward and new visual design as well.
Movement : New caliber 324 automatic
Function : Hours, minutes, seconds, annual calendar wth 3 apertures
Dial : Silvery/yellow gold model; silvery or slate gray/white gold model; recessed center with sunburst periphery; Arabic numeral at 3 and 9 o'clock
Case : Tonneau-shaped; 18-karat yellow or white gold; sapphire crystals front and back; screw-down crown; water-resistant to 25m.
Bracelet : Alligator with 18-karat yellow or white gold buckle.
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