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Thinking about a 3800 now!   (24)           
By: Dje - >>>Latest Reply: imran in london   
May 17/12 - 15:43 >> Hi, I wonder if Ithe 3800 may be my choice? patek.watchprosite.com It is a very nice Nautilus too. Best Dje... Read more..
 
Lemania movements in Pateks   (14)                 
By: 5159 - >>>Latest Reply: whit   
May 17/12 - 14:29 >> Are there still any Pateks currently produced using the modified Lemania movement, or have they all been discontinued? I am also hearing web chatter from people who owned both Lemania and in house Pateks, and the general opinion seems that the Lemania is a superior movement. Is this your impression ... Read more..
 
sitting in the safe for too long   (14)           
By: ivanclai - >>>Latest Reply: Antares   
May 17/12 - 11:39 >> This guy has been sitting in the safe for a while, feel like wearing it this week. Out of the 4 editions, Pt, WG, RG and YG, take away the production pieces factor, which one do you like better? RG is my choice, the grey dial looks very different from traditional colours.... Read more..
 
Nautilus 3800 ...... your choice ??   (6)           
By: tic-toc - >>>Latest Reply: ocwatching   
May 17/12 - 09:15 >> Recently our Moderator mentioned that he has some interest to obtain or acquire a Nautilus 3800 having read posts on this model , i thought maybe i can confuse a little bit more with a picture or two, just to cloud his judgement further. although it took some time to put these pieces together, but t... Read more..
 
Good Morning 5726A   (11)           
By: Ovi - >>>Latest Reply: cmclee   
May 17/12 - 07:59 >> Just cant get enough of this piece of art!... Read more..
 
PATEK 5130p Dubai Edition has arrived   (9)           
By: Ovi - >>>Latest Reply: Greenwatch   
May 17/12 - 07:46 >> Hi All, Just received my new 5130P Dubai Edition Watch...It is limited to 50 pieces. Just love it! It is me to me on my 37th... .... Read more..
 
Was driving to work this morning.......   (14)           
By: cmclee - >>>Latest Reply: Greenwatch   
May 17/12 - 06:29 >> .. and decided to take a quick picture of my 5712G since I had not been wearing it for sometime now. It still has that special effect on me .. not sure about yours.... Read more..
 
Any difference between a 5712 and a 5054   (10)           
By: Greenwatch - >>>Latest Reply: Greenwatch   
May 17/12 - 00:52 >> Hi, I always wonder why the 5712 appears to be a highly desired and coveted Nautilus model. Looking at the dial, it appears to resemble a 5054 except for the case which is in an Officer Calatrava. Being new to Patek having acquiring a Nauiti and a Calatrava models recently, I also wonder if the 5054... Read more..
 
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A or Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo 15202?   (101)           
By: Dje - >>>Latest Reply: ciaca   
May 16/12 - 15:36 >> Hi, This is an old story repeating. But I'm convinced that the same facts, brought over and over, don't always bring the same outcome. In fact I've asked myself that same question many times, but there's at least one aspect of the equation that changes, myself! As you certainly know or noticed I've ... Read more..
 
aquanuat vs. yellow gold submariner   (14)                 
By: hawkeye - >>>Latest Reply: Greenwatch   
May 15/12 - 18:23 >> would you trade a yellow gold aquanaut for a new yellow gold submariner with blue dial and bezel?... Read more..
 
David versus Goliath meeting of two titans!:)'   (13)           
By: DonD - >>>Latest Reply: tobias   
May 15/12 - 08:56 >> ... Read more..
 
My latest catch ...   (22)           
By: Georg - >>>Latest Reply: imran in london   
May 15/12 - 05:59 >> ... the 5496: It seems to be a somewhat "unloved" PP. What do you think of it? Best regards Georg... Read more..
 
Patek 5085 Steel Moonphase Date Power Reserve   (4)           
By: Ovi - >>>Latest Reply: aron,phd   
May 13/12 - 09:11 >> Dear All, It gives me a great pleasure to introduce you to a new addition to my small collection; the Patek 5085. Ironically neptune was never the kind of watch i would wear but somehow i find it way comfortable and light to wear as oppose to other steel Pateks. Does anyone knows how many were produ... Read more..
 
With no bracelet,she's perfect anyways!:)'   (2)           
By: DonD - >>>Latest Reply: Dje   
May 13/12 - 05:45 >> ... Read more..
 
Anybody still interested in the 5204?   (7)                 
By: Dje - >>>Latest Reply: Georg   
May 12/12 - 10:38 >> Hi, Is there anybody still interested in the 5204P? I'm desperately trying to find the motivation to write a subject on that one. If I knew that at least someone would read it, maybe that would help. Best Dje... Read more..
 
Do you insure?   (7)                 
By: learner - >>>Latest Reply: Georg   
May 12/12 - 10:13 >> Do everyone insure their pieces? Costs really add up for the more pricier ones... I keep the top few insured the rest I start rotating out since most pieces' value decline anyway. Just like to hear your opinion. And some actual $s would be interesting too. Say $10k, $50k, $100k watches, what are you... Read more..
 
patek bracelet   (1)                 
By: hkk04 - >>>Latest Reply: tic-toc   
May 12/12 - 07:34 >> hello everyone, I came across a vintage patek ref2483 in yellow gold with a very weird bracelet that is 100% similar to vintage rolex stretch bracelets. The brqcelet is stamped patek philippe and has all the right numbers and stamps. Does anyone have any information on such bracelets? It is the firs... Read more..
 
The moonphase on the 5204   (10)           
By: w220 - >>>Latest Reply: Georg   
May 12/12 - 04:56 >> So what do you think of the "upside down" moonphase on the 5204? Not sure I am a fan of that. But OTOH, I won't have to worry about it either...... Read more..
 
5980 or 5205G   (21)           
By: Mal0ne - >>>Latest Reply: bjacknot   
May 11/12 - 12:50 >> This will be my first Patek purchase and after seeing these two models next to each other at an AD the other day I'm stuck on which one to pull the trigger on. I know they are different beasts but interested to hear people/owners opinions and or... Read more..
 
My new love: Nautilus 3800   (30)           
By: DrStrong - >>>Latest Reply: patrick_y   
May 11/12 - 08:42 >> To me, the Nautilus is the essence of "Sport Chic" in watchmaking. I have been attracted by this watch for a long time, in fact I almost pulled the trigger some years ago. But I finally switched to an AP, keeping the Patek on my wishlist though. Later I had the opportunity to by an Aquanaut from a f... Read more..
 

Patek Philippe:Latest Blog Stories
Patek Philippe:  Patek Amagnetic 3417 versus JLC Geophysic.
By: amanico
[JLC Moderator]

Between trains and planes, work and writing reviews, there is always some place for some fantastic encounters.Encounters with some great people, such our dear Franco and his friends, Pablo and Simon, both musicians at the Paris Conservatory, encounters with some watches which are as rare as they are sublime.Let's start with some fabulous appetizers ( which deserve more consideration than this too vulgar appeallation, but when you see what I have to show you, you will better understand how appropriate is ... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Annual Calendar explained + novelty pics
By: KIH
[Hublot Moderator]

I attended a seminar sponsored by Patek Philippe Japan and Chronos Japan at The Hour Glass Ginza where the well known watch journalist of Japan, Mr. Hirota, gave the audience some enlightenment of how PP's annual calendars are different and thus better in certain aspects.  Maybe you, PP experts. already know of these, but I thought it would be good to share what I learned in case you want to deepen your admiration for PP.  In total, more than 130 Patek gathered at THG, and it is not everyday ... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe accounts!
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

There is one thing that will never be achieved. Well there are many more than that in fact. But there is one that links us all here.   I'm sorry to write it so directly, without even knowing if you're comfortably sitting, safely readied for such fact. In case take a seat.   OK so let's write it: a Patek Philippe collection can't be achieved!   You doubt? You should not.   There are many factors that drive us constantly away from the goal, not even the fact that you have ... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe 5235 presentation by Imran in London!
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

On the 22nd.June, 2011 Patek officially launched their new ref.5235. The new reference breaks new ground, and is a catalogue of firsts for the company. The first , first is the fact that it is the companies debut wristwatch regulator. Indeed, for collectors this is an absolute dream come true, and we could say that this is truely a new chapter not only for Patek Philippe but in the manufacture of regulators...it is to my knowledge, a world debut of a regulator with annual calendar.    ... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe 2011 novelties by Foversta
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

Please take the opportunity to have a look at the Patek Philippe 2011 novelties presented at the Paris Salon and brought back to you by Foversta.     Here they are :  patek.watchprosite.com -0/   ... more

Patek Philippe:  The Patek Philippe 5208P.
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

Obviously many here and myself first may wonder if we will ever see this watch out of the Patek Philippe window at Baselworld or the Geneva boutique. Those who may not wonder such question may answer "why bother?". I've read your many answers complaining in some way about so many "Grande complication" watches in this year's novelties from Patek Philippe. Well if that's really that much a problem for you you can have a look there:  http://patek.watchprosite.com/show-forumpost/fi-11/pi-4519... more

Patek Philippe:  The new perpetual calendar chronograph reference 5270 from Patek Philippe
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

We won't have had to wait too much to see a new perpetual calendar manual wind chronograph appear from Patek Philippe' s novelties. Just two years after the Patek Philippe 5970P, the  Patek Philippe 5270G is taking the glorious path of its ancestors. The new chapter opened today is significant also because the Patek Philippe 5270G is the first ever (non split second) wrist chronograph with perpetual calendar equipped with a manufacture calibre from Patek Philippe.   If the referen... more

Patek Philippe:  Official Opening of Second PATEK PHILIPPE boutique in Singapore
By: Kong
[Chopard Moderator]

Last week, PATEK PHILIPPE and Cortina Watch opened the second boutique in Marina Bay Sands just after a year from their first jointly managed boutique in ION Orchard.  Pretty exceptional to have an authorised dealer to have more than one jointly-managed boutique.  The Marina Bay Sands Boutique is located strategically along the crossroads of the hotel, casino and shopppes. To view more, please click here.             &n... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe repeater extravaganza - lots of video clips!
By: SJX
[PPro Moderator]

Here are video clips of the references 3979J, 5078P and 5016R minute repeaters from Patek Philippe. These are not showroom watches, they are owned by collectors who have worn them. The 3979 is a couple of years old while the 5078 and 5016 are fairly new. click here   to see the rest of the videos. - SJX    ... more

Patek Philippe:  Do we need a Patek Philippe Calatrava for the young blood?
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

May I begin this thread by letting all know not to worry? I'm still wishing to order a Patek Philippe 5711/1A for myself and not looking for another option. By the way I can no longer qualify myself as "young blood" so the subject is not for my own use! On the contrary I may more ask myself and yourself why I didn't buy a Patek Philippe so far, as a Calatrava option is not unreachable as the stars of this forum can be. Don't worry again  I'm just writing about star... more

Patek Philippe:  Porsche or Patek Philippe, 911 or 96: do we love classics because they are classics?
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

A few weeks back some here discussed about the parallels between cars and Patek Philippe watches. http://patek.watchprosite.com/show-forumpost/fi-11/pi-4011276/ti-639536/s-0/   A few weeks even earlier I had looked more for boat builder comparisons. http://patek.watchprosite.com/show-forumpost/fi-11/pi-3923966/ti-626326/s-0/   I stick to my words about such parallels between carmakers and watchmakers. I still consider these two businesses to be too different to be directly ... more

Patek Philippe:  Two purchases worth celebrating..
By: SJX
[PPro Moderator]

Recently two gentlemen collectors each purchased one timepiece - the Patek Philippe References 5970P and 5016R. click here   to see what transpired in a Patek Philippe boutique. - SJX   ... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe minute repeaters!
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

Some recent discussions about the difficult choice of a Patek Philippe wrist watch minute repeater have led me to take the time to show you some pictures I have of such marvels.   There are different levels of complication and we're not all attracted by the same complications.   In fact once you've got to the level of a repeater, I wonder what attraction an additional complication can really have?   Patek Philippe 5078P   Here it is : patek.wat... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe Celestial 6104G and 5102RP, the celestial (mile)stones!
By: Dje
[PP Moderator]

It has been some years now since the introduction of the Celestial dial on some Patek Philippe wristwatches.   I have to confess that I've never been excessively appealed by these watches. The Star calibre is another subject on the contrary.   Still I've realized the extraordinary appeal of a sky map on some serious collectors. This nearly unique feature, nearly specific for Patek Philippe (the Van Cleef is the other one that immediately comes to my mind) has the power to fo... more

Patek Philippe:  Patek Philippe's "The Values of A Family Watch Company" Grand Exhibition in Singapore
By: Kong
[Chopard Moderator]

26 May 2010, Singapore -  A press event was held for the Patek Philippe's "The Values of A Family Watch Company" Grand Exhibition at St Regis Singapore and the exhibition will be open to the public from 27 to 31 May, from 10am to 5pm at the same venue.Over 250 Patek Philippe timepieces spanning the latest 2010 novelties and Grand Complications, to rare timekeepers from the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva will be on display. This first ever exhibition by Patek Philippe in Singapore, its first sto... more

Patek Philippe:  Lunch with Philippe Stern...
By: SJX
[PPro Moderator]

I just attended the press preview of the Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition at the St Regis hotel in Singapore which will run from 27-31 May 2010. The exhibition is well worth attending.   The preview and press conference was followed by a luncheon. Someone likely made an enormous mistake and put me at the table with Philippe Stern, instead of the table by the exit; the rest of the table was mostly occupied by important journalists including Timmy Tan, Wei Koh and Eddy Koh, editors of TimeWerke, Revo... more