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Instantaneous Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

Photo: © Patek Philippe. 5978P-010

Patek Philippe

Instantaneous Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

5978P-010

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Seamaster Diver 300M James Bond Edition / Spectre Edition

Photo: © OMEGA

OMEGA

Seamaster Diver 300M James Bond Edition / Spectre Edition

210.30.42.20.03.004 / 210.30.42.20.01.023

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SpecificationPatek PhilippeInstantaneous Perpetual Calendar ChronographOMEGASeamaster Diver 300M James Bond Edition / Spectre Edition
Reference5978P-010210.30.42.20.03.004 / 210.30.42.20.01.023
WindingManual windingAutomatic winding
CalibreCH 29-535 PS QIOMEGA 8806 James Bond / OMEGA 8806 Spectre
Diameter42 mm42 mm
Size / thickness42 × 14.24 mm42 × 14.23 mm; 50.00 mm lug-to-lug
Power reserve55–65 hours, chronograph off55 hours
Case materialPlatinum; 42 × 14.24 mmNot stated in the review
FunctionsNot stated in the reviewNot stated in the review
CrystalNot stated in the reviewNot stated in the review
Water resistanceNot stated in the review30 bar / 300 m
Price and marketNot stated in the reviewUS price: 8,600 USD per individual steel model; 89,800 USD per two-watch set

Patek Philippe · Instantaneous Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

Strengths

The 5978P is worth watching as the calendar changes: that is when the mechanism's complexity becomes visible on the dial. The most interesting aspect of this premiere is the work of two substantial assemblies together, calendar and chronograph.

Things to consider

The case is tall; power reserve is stated with the chronograph off. Price for a specific market and purchase availability are unconfirmed.

OMEGA · Seamaster Diver 300M James Bond Edition / Spectre Edition

Strengths

Spectre hides its main symbol on the rotor and keeps a calm black dial. Bond chooses blue waves and a titanium bezel. Mechanically they are equal: choose the look and fit rather than expecting a new calibre.

Things to consider

The 14.23 mm thickness and 50.00 mm length call for trying them on. On 5 October 2026, the individual versions are unavailable online in the US catalogue; local price and availability are unconfirmed.