2 Annual Calendars - An Overkill?

[FTE2014]

Dear All,

I guess this is another first world problem. I recently got a 5396G (breguet numerals). My AD also showed me a 5205 RG with a white / cream dial during the process and I fell in love with it. I don't have a RG piece, while I am not sure whether I want to have 2 annual calendars.

I know it is all very subjective at the very end but what do you think? (I might probably buy it anyways as long as I don't face a crazy resistance from my wife :thumbsup )

[thomaspp]

For me, yes. Why not look at chronographs, perp calendars, worldtimers or some other complication.

[MattCH]

Not, if you have other pieces and you like it go for it. I friend of mine got plus 5...
I can't blame him, are just beautiful !!!

[KarlS]

I have 5205R and 5146G....never thought about it being an issue of having 2 annual calendars...if you like them buy them

[martinr]

Go for it. Totally different dial layout on those two.

[benlee]

If you like it go for it.

I once thought of vertically collecting Patek ACs. 5205R, 5146J and 5396G will make a great Trio

[goog53]

Both beautiful pieces but I would put my money into a different model and complication

[jon_jon]

Originally Posted by FTE2014

Dear All,

I guess this is another first world problem. I recently got a 5396G (breguet numerals). My AD also showed me a 5205 RG with a white / cream dial during the process and I fell in love with it. I don't have a RG piece, while I am not sure whether I want to have 2 annual calendars.

I know it is all very subjective at the very end but what do you think? (I might probably buy it anyways as long as I don't face a crazy resistance from my wife :thumbsup )

I don't see a problem with having several ACs if you like them. Some people collect chronos and have several in their collection. It really depends on what you like and appreciate. I think for many people Patek ACs hit the "sweet spot" in having a useful complication at a reasonable price.

The question for you is - what other watch would you consider in the price range of the 5205R? Would you enjoy the alternative watch as much?

[FTE2014]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

For me, yes. Why not look at chronographs, perp calendars, worldtimers or some other complication.

Many thanks Thomas, but I really like the dial layout and would pply use the piece without properly setting the date as I will get lazy after a few weeks :)

[FTE2014]

Originally Posted by KarlS

I have 5205R and 5146G....never thought about it being an issue of having 2 annual calendars...if you like them buy them

Actually that is another good AC pair Karl, do you have both in the same metal?

[FTE2014]

Originally Posted by benlee

If you like it go for it.

I once thought of vertically collecting Patek ACs. 5205R, 5146J and 5396G will make a great Trio

Actually that would be interesting, three ACs in 3 seperate metals...

Btw sorry i am replying to everyone separately. I have not figured out hoe to multi-quote yet...

[Tony64]

Originally Posted by FTE2014

Many thanks Thomas, but I really like the dial layout and would pply use the piece without properly setting the date as I will get lazy after a few weeks :)

That's what winders are made for; wearing an AC (or any watch for that matter) with the wrong date would bother me.

To your original question, I personally wouldn't want 2 of the same complication, but if it appeals to you then no good reason not to.

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by FTE2014

Actually that is another good AC pair Karl, do you have both in the same metal?

Rose gold black dial and 5146 is white gold.... I also have a 5167 and 5711 and FPJ all 3 handlers....is more than 1 too many? Just buy what you like and don't over analyse....if it brings a smile then it should be on the wrist

[FTE2014]

Originally Posted by KarlS

Rose gold black dial and 5146 is white gold.... I also have a 5167 and 5711 and FPJ all 3 handlers....is more than 1 too many? Just buy what you like and don't over analyse....if it brings a smile then it should be on the wrist

I actually only noticed you have them in your profile pic after I asked the question :) beautiful pieces, use them in good health!

Yes, I think 5205 will potentially be the next peace for me...

[JorgeCCW]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

for me, yes. Why not look at chronographs, perp calendars, worldtimers or some other complication.

+1

[rolex_addict]

Go for it; same complication but totally different cases

[lapince]

I really don't see the problem, I have 3 3 handers and am getting soon two more, the only watch I will have with complications will be a Daytona and the 5712, I wanted to start getting different complications but then I understood when I got the 5726 that I didn't really need them, so I am going the "cheap" route, good looking but simple watches, will not have huge service bills for complications which I don't really use or need, but I can understand the appeal and don't see the problem if you have 2 AC's or more

[Racerdj]

You will really enjoy the Patek RG model. They do RG better than all.

[codecow]

I have a 5960/1A and a 5146.

[le-temps]

If it can put a smile on your face, then go for it!!

[mps354]

I have 5 Chronographs in an 8 watch collection, so I guess I have to be alright with u getting 2 annual calendars

[incontrol]

I only have one PP annual calendar. A second one that is different from the first would definitely not stop me. I like only having to set the date once a year.


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[FTE2014]

Many thanks everyone, yes I think 5205 is on the shopping list now :)

[cervantes]

Go for it and enjoy.

[topcat30093]

Originally Posted by FTE2014

Many thanks everyone, yes I think 5205 is on the shopping list now :)

That is my favourite 5205 combination :thumbs:

Just take a look at Ben's (Benlee) photos