Patek Philippe Watches and Wonders 2025: The Year of the Perpetual Calendar

As Patek Philippe marks 100 years of its modern perpetual calendar wristwatches, the spotlight is on this iconic complication. With a legacy of precision and innovation, Patek Philippe continues to redefine haute horology.

A Century of Mastery

The perpetual calendar journey began in 1898 with a pendant watch movement capable of tracking time, date, day, month, year, and moon phases. Re-cased in 1925 into a yellow-gold wristwatch, this innovation laid the foundation for one of the most revered complications in watchmaking.

Evolution Through the Decades

The 1930s saw Patek Philippe introduce a cushion-shaped perpetual calendar, refining its design with subdials and a retrograde date display. The 1940s brought the legendary Ref. 1518, the first perpetual calendar chronograph, followed by the Ref. 2499 in the 1950s. The perpetual calendar continued to evolve through the 20th century with models like the Ref. 3970 and the 5970, blending modern aesthetics with timeless craftsmanship.

What to Expect in 2025

As Watches and Wonders 2025 approaches, Patek Philippe is set to unveil groundbreaking innovations. Whether through a reinterpretation of classic designs or advanced movement technology, the perpetual calendar’s future remains as exciting as its remarkable past.