Perpetual calendar watches represent the pinnacle of mechanical watchmaking. Complex and fascinating, they attract enthusiasts and collectors alike. Let's discover a selection of the best current models, from the most affordable to the most exclusive, which could just make your enthusiast heart beat faster.
From “almost” affordable to totally inaccessible
The world of perpetual calendar watches is vast and varied. This watch complication, capable of correctly displaying the date for centuries without adjustment, is available at different price levels:
Our selection reflects this diversity, offering an overview of today's best options at different price points.
Frederique Constant Highlife Perpetual Calendar: accessibility at the service of complexity
With a price of less than €10,000, the Highlife Perpetual Calendar by Frederique Constant represents the best value for money on the market:
For those looking for even more sophistication, a version with tourbillon is available at €26,995.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar: pure elegance
Recently updated, this iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre watch offers a subtly modernized design:
Patek Philippe In-line Perpetual Calendar 5236P: innovation serving tradition
This creation by Patek Philippe is distinguished by its unique linear display of the perpetual calendar:
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin: extreme thinness
A true technical feat, this Royal Oak is the thinnest automatic perpetual calendar watch in the world:
IWC Portugieser Eternal Calendar: eternity on the wrist
A true watchmaking tour de force, this watch pushes the limits of the perpetual calendar:
These five watches illustrate the diversity and sophistication of the world of perpetual calendars. From entry-level models to exceptional pieces, they all demonstrate the mastery of Swiss watchmakers and their ability to push the boundaries of precision mechanics.
Whether you are an informed collector or a simple enthusiast fascinated by these mechanical marvels, these perpetual calendar watches are something to dream about. They remind us that luxury watchmaking remains a field where technical innovation combines with aesthetic beauty to create objects of timeless value.
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