Patek Philippe unveils Ref. 5978P-010 with instantaneous perpetual calendar

First reported

WatchTime · 2 Oct 2026, 17:32 UTC

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2 Oct 2026, 17:32 UTC

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Patek Philippe has unveiled Reference 5978P-010, an Italian-exclusive watch pairing a manually wound chronograph with an instantaneous perpetual calendar. Housed in a 42mm platinum Calatrava case, it features jumping calendar displays that change in 30 milliseconds.

Why it matters (interpretation): The instantaneous calendar adds a notable technical development to Patek Philippe’s perpetual calendar chronograph offering.

Summary written by WristBible's AI editor from the publishers' reporting. “Why it matters” is interpretation, not confirmed reporting.

Not stated in the sources: calibre designation, power reserve and frequency not stated · dial details not stated · water resistance not stated · price not stated

Coverage

• WatchTime30 milliseconds: Patek Brings Instantaneous Jumping Displays to the Perpetual Calendar Chronograph2 Oct 2026, 17:32 UTC