I know, I know – All of you watch enthusiasts already know the answer to this question. However, many of you that are new to our world may not be quite so familiar with the difference between a watch with an annual calendar and one with a perpetual calendar. No fear. This blog will answer that question and will equip you for the next time this topic comes up in conversation!
First, let’s begin with the similarities between the two functions. Both the annual and perpetual calendar watches display the hour, day, date, month, and sometimes even moonphase. Both functions are based on the Gregorian calendar, whose dates vary year to year.