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Ref. 3940

Patek Philippe's perpetual calendar introduced in 1985, driven by the ultra-thin micro-rotor calibre 240 Q.

Introduced
1985
Calibre
240 Q

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  1. 1Sister referenceRef. 3970Its perpetual-chronograph sibling from 1986.Reference
  2. 2Next generationRef. 5140Same calibre 240 Q, larger case, 2006.Reference
  3. 3ComplicationPerpetual calendarWhat the 3940 actually does, and why it is hard.Complication
  4. 4Made byPatek PhilippeThe house behind it.Maison
  5. 5Key figureThe Stern familyMade for 22 years under the Stern family.Person

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