Released at Baselworld 2019, the Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 5212A takes on a whole new approach featuring for the first time in a serially produced Patek Philippe wristwatch, a weekly calendar indication. Being an instant hit when it was first debuted, the reference is truly one that best encapsulate the firm’s “Generations” campaign as it is translated using an entirely new typography that mimics the natural yet refined style of the designer’s handwriting. There’s an intentionality in not using any abbreviations for the names of months or days of the week, meaning there is no symmetry in text size or spacing.

Featuring a handsome 40mm diameter stainless steel round-shaped case with prominent fluted lugs, it pays its homage to the legendary piece unique ref. 2512 from the 1950s. The opaline silvered dial features a symmetrical dial layout with outer tracks that indicates the day and the week via two individual hands tipped in red. Powering the reference is the firm’s newly developed self-winding cal. 26-330 S C J SE equipped with a stop-seconds function as well as introducing a reduction wheel with an integrated clutch.

Still today, one of the hottest timepieces sought-after by collectors at the boutique, the present example is a great chance for collectors to acquire a complete set specimen in excellent overall condition. One of the most versatile timepieces in the line-up today, the ref. 5212 is a perfect choice for the boardroom or casual daily use. To our knowledge, the present lot is fresh-to-the-market and is the 5th example of the reference to appear at auction.