Mark in Paris[Purist]
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Another proof that Patek is not standing still
Nov 17, 2014,08:59 AM
Albeit Patek has a very classic collection (except Nautilus and Aquanaut), the brand's watchmakers know how to bring from time to time a nice touch of innovation. Not too much (which is difficult to service beyond a long term period and quite expensive) but with interesting patents here and there.
It may be based on materials (Silicon) or simple mechanics as the auto-regulating levers in the CH29-535 chrono movement for instance, they do it with a great expertise.
Aesthetically speaking, I'm not usually a fan of engraving artwork (maybe my Western European culture) but I noticed when it was launched that this one looks beautiful and not too fussy to me. I appreciate that look quite much, especially with this tonneau case.
The movement seems indeed fantastic (sadly it is hidden) and the assembly of a jumping hour with the gong is a great and coherent duo.
The folding clasp is absolutely stunning to me.
The "but" for me is that I understand the 150th anniversary watch was really close to the new 175th model and this is something I regret. This kind of event are so rare that they could at least create something 100%new (yet the movement is, which is not the least).
Thanks a lot for this comprehensive view of the beautiful and very clever 5275 Oliver.
Cheers, Mark
PS: I hope Patek will here you about "Basel 2015 inspired by the 175th collection" as the 5975 has become my dream case+lugs+bezel. Even if I think they won't, at least not that close. I'm already excited to find the answer.
This message has been edited by Mark in Paris on 2014-11-17 09:04:48
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Hi Oliver, thanks for the report and you have made me want to...
By: GLau : November 17th, 2014-08:43
..get the 5275 jumping hour in addition to 5575 World time Moon , although each is mission impossible !! Well, it does not cost anything to dream !! Thanks again for giving me sweet Patek dreams along with painful reality :) :( Cheers, Gordon
Much thanks for this review
By: Time to watch : November 17th, 2014-08:46
Great pictures and a real treat to read. I know I'll be coming back to this post a few more times. My favorite of all the anniversary pieces. I couldn't imagine seeing a name brand other than Patek Philippe on that dial. Thanks Oliver! Sincerely H.
Another proof that Patek is not standing still
By: Mark in Paris : November 17th, 2014-08:59
Albeit Patek has a very classic collection (except Nautilus and Aquanaut), the brand's watchmakers know how to bring from time to time a nice touch of innovation. Not too much (which is difficult to service beyond a long term period and quite expensive) b...
Mark, thanks a lot for your comprehensive reply.
By: small-luxury-world : November 24th, 2014-11:06
"engraving artwork " This is true, only for the case. Just wanted to mention it once more, because the technique used on the dial is different. Between the 150th and the 175th Anniversary a lot of things changed (at PP, in the market ...) and the commemor...
Yes, I noted what you said about the dial...
By: Mark in Paris : November 24th, 2014-13:40
...and even had to go on Wiki for "embossment" :) As for the next coming Basel, we were indeed very spoiled this year with an event and new watches every 6 months! Cheers, Mark
I had (almost) no doubts Mark ...
By: small-luxury-world : November 24th, 2014-13:45
that you got the details mentioned :-) Try to get some more details/info on that technique. "Spoiled" No, not at all. LOL Best, Oliver
When I put this 5275 on my wrist
By: ch9698 : November 17th, 2014-10:01
it was a curious feeling, a mix between magic, magic of the jumping hour and the sound, and surprise, surprise of the engraving dial So for not the same reasons, I had the same feeling, good and bad But after on my wrist... Thanks very much Oliver for thi...
stunning timepiece
By: geross : November 17th, 2014-10:15
its a technical gem of a wristwatch. i am sure the platinum case has the exact heft making the watch very comfortable. best geross
gerross, I can confirm ...
By: small-luxury-world : November 24th, 2014-11:12
it felt very comfortable on the wrist. Once you are used to platinum it gets seriously dangerous ... :-) Best, Oliver
Dear Oliver, your images almost 'carved' out...
By: Ornatus-Mundi : November 18th, 2014-12:35
the finesse of the dial embossing - I have never seen such a fine embossing work before and I would love to know more about the technique. Also, I'd like to know how you feel about the slightly 'up-moved' center of gravity on this piece (dial a bit top-he...
"embossing"
By: small-luxury-world : November 24th, 2014-10:16
For sure it is (today) a rare handicraft and I would like to learn more about it as well. Let´s see what I can do here :-) "top-heavy" That is the case for most of the jumping hours I know (Breguet, PP, Chronoswiss, AP ...), isn´t it. Regarding the syncro...
Curious about the chiming hour...
By: little501 : November 20th, 2014-01:00
First, thanks for your excellent report, Oliver. Also curious about the chime hours... Does the gong show the "number" of hours indicated, i.e., 12 strikes for 12 o'Clock (like the hour repeater), or just simply one gong for every change of hour (no matte...
