Patek Philippe 5905 Complications
The Patek Philippe 5905 blends two “daily-use” complications—Annual Calendar and flyback chronograph—in a sleek 42 mm case that wears comfortably and looks right from boardroom to black-tie. Show more
With triple calendar windows at 12, a tidy 60-minute mono-counter at 6, and the reliable CH 28-520 QA 24H movement, the 5905 is a modern heir to Patek’s calendar-chrono legacy—and a favorite for collectors who want practicality without sacrificing elegance.
Why collectors choose the 5905
- Practical complications: Annual Calendar auto-adjusts for 30/31-day months (set once a year on March 1). The flyback lets you reset and restart the chrono instantly—perfect for tight connections and meeting intervals.
- Clean, legible dial: Day-Date-Month in a single row, large minute track, and a discreet 24-hour day/night indicator integrated at 6.
- Wearable presence: 42 mm with short, curved lugs and a slim visual profile that slides under cuffs.
- Versatile palette: From olive-green sunburst on steel to brown or blue on rose gold and lacquered black/blue on platinum.
Fit & sizing
- The curved lugs and rounded case flank help the 5905 wear flatter than the specs suggest.
- On steel bracelet it skews sporty and robust; on leather it reads dressy and slim.
- The mono-counter keeps the dial balanced—easy to read at a glance despite multiple displays.
Patek 5905 Price
The cost of Patek Philippe 5905 in our store ranges from $ to $ depending on the condition of the timepiece.FAQs
How much is the Patek 5905 1A?
Retail: about $68,105 USD (authorized retailer listing) or €51,500 in Europe. Market: commonly $58k–$66k depending on year/condition/full set.What is the difference between Patek 5960 and 5905?
- Size & era: 5960 ≈ 40.5 mm (earlier line); 5905 is 42 mm (successor).
- Dial/complications: 5960 adds a power-reserve and a 12-hour chronograph totalizer; 5905 simplifies to a 60-minute counter with cleaner layout.
- Design feel: 5905 reads more modern/sporty (notably the 5905/1A in steel); 5960 is the earlier, more data-rich aesthetic.
