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Pre-Owned Annual Calendar Watches

Annual calendar watches strike the perfect balance between mechanical sophistication and daily practicality. At The 1916 Company, our curated selection of pre-owned annual calendar timepieces reflects the highest standards of craftsmanship and function—designed for collectors who appreciate mechanical ingenuity and elegant calendar integration.

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Why Collectors Value the Annual Calendar Complicatio

Annual calendar watches provide an elegant balance of form and function—requiring only one adjustment per year while maintaining a clean, legible dial. For collectors who admire technical sophistication but prefer practical usability, this complication offers an ideal middle ground. Originally pioneered by Patek Philippe, it now appears in timepieces across luxury brands known for calendar innovation.

Annual Calendar Watches: Mechanical Ingenuity Meets Practical Use

The annual calendar complication offers an elegant solution for tracking date, day, and month—with minimal adjustment required. Introduced by Patek Philippe in 1996, the complication fills the gap between standard calendar watches and perpetual calendars, requiring manual correction only once a year at the end of February. Today, many high-end watchmakers have embraced the annual calendar as both a technical showcase and a collector favorite.

Notable Pre-Owned Annual Calendar References

Who Shops for Pre-Owned Annual Calendar Watches?

This collection appeals to seasoned collectors who want mechanical innovation without the maintenance complexity of a perpetual calendar, as well as professionals who appreciate horological refinement in an everyday-wearable piece. Whether you're new to high complications or expanding a carefully built collection, a pre-owned annual calendar offers compelling value and timeless utility.

The 1916 Company Advantage

Each annual calendar watch we offer has been meticulously inspected and authenticated. Our inventory is available through our concierge service or in person at our showroom locations nationwide. Backed by expert guidance, our pre-owned offerings include warranty options and access to official after-sales support for long-term care.

An annual calendar watch automatically adjusts for 30- and 31-day months and only needs to be corrected once a year at the end of February.
Yes. When purchased from a trusted source like The 1916 Company, each watch is fully inspected and guaranteed for authenticity and performance.
Patek Philippe is the originator and benchmark, but other respected names such as Omega, IWC, and Ulysse Nardin also produce exceptional annual calendar models.
Not necessarily. They contain more moving parts than simpler calendars, but when serviced properly, they're very durable and practical.
Yes. Select pre-owned models are available at our showroom locations, and all are accessible via our online concierge service.