Back in 2005 Patek Philippe presented a new watch of a new kind for this venerable brand !   The Patek Philippe Advanced Research reference 5250 was based on a 5146 annual calendar, with a little plus. A little something that that only you die-hard fans and only if you were high tech aficionados could spot and appreciate.   The reference 5250 was the first Patek Philippe watch to incorporate the first step towards the Patek Philippe watch of the future: an escape wheel mad...

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. . . was a transcendent experience. I've seen many Pateks, and have had the pleasure of viewing a fabulous private collection, but this was one of those rare moments where the term 'sensory overload' is fully deserved. David P and I spent the better part of two hours photographing the exhibit . . . since his photos are better than mine, I'm going to wait until his are available to post comments . . . until then, we're stuck with mine. Let's start with a few pics of Patek Philippe watchmaker Laurent Junod s...

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The World Time watch is one of the icons from the past in the Patek Philippe Legend !   In the last decade the PP collectors have been pleased with two successive versions, but what they didn't get was an enamel dial on their travel babes.   The pieces from the 40s and 50s with world time function and enamel dial are among the most praised vintages.   The new Patek Philippe 5131 in yellow gold with hand made cloisonné enamel dial is now here to become the praised ...

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Ladies looking for best friends can find some here !   First is an annual calendar in pink gold with 472 flawless top Wesselton diamonds totalling around 3.06 carats.   Patek Philippe 4937 Annual calendar   Here is the full covering :  patek.watchprosite.com /     ...

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Two grand complication models come this year with a new black laquered dial.   Patek Philippe 5078   Here is the full covering :  patek.watchprosite.com /     ...

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Ladies have the pleasure to see a very appealing new option this year with this Gondolo Gemma 4980.   Fully white 4980   Here is the full covering: patek.watchprosite.com /       ...

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The annual calendar reference 5396 issued two years ago in pink gold is now followed by a white gold version.   Patek Philippe 5396 in white gold   Here is the full covering: patek.watchprosite.com /     ...

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The set of colours of the annual calendar 5146 is now completed by the pink gold version.     Out of the colour version the watch remains obviously unchanged.   Dje     ...

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The youngsters Aquanaut comes this year with a full steel bracelet.   Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167/1   Here is the full covering :  patek.watchprosite.com /     ...

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In the last one and a half year since the Nautilus anniversary this range of watches has been one of the more successful of Patek Philippe.   This year come two new versions in jewel apparel.   Patek Philippe Nautilus 5722   Here is the full covering :   patek.watchprosite.com / ...

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This year comes the tenth anniversary of the launch of the much successful reference 5070.   Here comes a new version in platinum with a blue-metallic sunburst dial that will certainly follow the path of  fame of the preceding versions of the family.   Beautiful blue babe   Here is the full covering:  patek.watchprosite.com / ...

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A while ago we discussed about the possible (and hoped, at least by me)  launch of a more affordable watch with the calibre 25-21 REC PS.   This watch is here. It comes in an enlarged version of the former (and long discontinued) 5024 case.   The case is now also very subtly cambered and nicely fits my wrist (sorry no wrist shot).   The new Gondolo 5124 in white gold   Here is the full covering:  patek.watchprosite.com / ...

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The fans of the traditional perpetual calendar chronograph finally have another chance to reach heaven!   Four years after the lanch of the 5970 this reference is now only available in yellow gold, a new colour of timeless elegance.   Only in yellow gold now    Here is the full covering:  patek.watchprosite.com / ...

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After the new enlarged 5140 in the last years here comes the new 5139, basically an an enlarged 5039.   Let me say that this white gold watch is really gorgeous.   We may have thought for years that the smaller PCs couldn't be improved, but this enlarged version is  really  nicely designed.   Patek Philippe 5139   Here is the full covering:  patek.watchprosite.com / ...

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Some weeks ago I asked "why Patek Philippe?"   Even if I don't have the pleasure to own a Patek Philippe yet I've been looking and learning as much as I could about them for 20 years. So I'll let you all happy owners share your owner's point of view but I've spent enough time thinking about them to know what I like about Patek Philippe and which models could do it for me.   The spring shows are now less than two months away. I'm sure we'll discover new objects of desire, no doubt. Th...

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INTERVIEW:  PHILIPPE STERN – KEEPER OF THE PATEK PHILIPPE SPIRIT Of the ‘Premier Grand Cru Classé’ of watch brands, readers of International Watch, collectors and aficionados consistently single out Patek Philippe as being "the ne plus ultra of watches." The brand has become synonymous with perfection, exclusivity and the finest craftsmanship. With a watchmaking tradition going back more than 160 years; the family Stern has helmed the company for 75 years and through surviving...

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The full press release: Inauguration of the Patek Philippe Salon Patek Philippe, Geneva November 14, 2006 After two years of construction and a total renovation of its historic company headquarters, Patek Philippe inaugurates its thoroughly redesigned salon on Rue du Rh?ne in Geneva. The new interior expresses the synergies between tradition and innovation, the two key attributes of the eminent brand. In mid-November 2006, Patek Philippe festively inaugurates its new ?Salons Patek Philippe.? ...

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Inspired by the new 5396... As you probably noticed, there are no 1/5 second markings. It would require just too much work (and it wouldn't look much different). Mishko Source: Site Link ...

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Press release BASELWORLD 2006 Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 Patek Philippe presents the SpiromaxR balance spring - a patented invention that improves the isochronism of mechanical watches. A year after the launch of the first Swiss lever escapement with a silicon escape wheel (patent application No. EP05006186), Patek Philippe presents an additional fundamental innovation: the SpiromaxR balance spring made of SilinvarT. It is an epochal step forward in the constant quest for isochronis...

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Press Release Grand complications Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 Patek Philippe refines the design of its legendary ultra-thin perpetual calendar. With its sophisticated movement and sleek classic design, the ultra-thin perpetual calendar is one of the most beautiful examples of Patek Philippe's synthesis of technology and style. This slightly enlarged variation accents the ultra-thin case and optimizes the watch's readability. A legendary model A classic complication par exc...

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Press Release Complications Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 Patek Philippe creates an innovative new face with twin in-line day and month apertures for its popular Annual Calendar In just 10 years, the Annual Calendar has been established as a landmark in the Patek Philippe collection. Probably the most useful complication in everyday life, the patented mechanism reappears in a round Calatrava case with a striking new dial featuring twin in-line day and month apertures. A most conv...

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Complications Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 Patek Philippe adds to the charisma of its famous World Time watch Among seasoned travelers and businesspeople who have a penchant for extraordinary mechanical watches, the Patek Philippe Word Time enjoys cult status. It is now available in a new version with a slightly enlarged case, a smartly updated dial, and an unusual ring-shaped hour hand. New horizons open up for a timeless classic. A global celebrity At the International Meridian Con...

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Press Release Calatrava Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 More than ever before, the Calatrava with the hobnail-patterned bezel exemplifies the Patek Philippe spirit. With its round case, elegant dial, and guilloché bezel, the Calatrava “Clous de Paris” is one of the most emblematic ambassadors of the Patek Philippe style. The manufacture’s watchmakers have subtly evolved the timeless classic, creating a slightly enlarged version that underscores its ultra-thin silhouette and ...

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Press Release Calatrava Patek Philippe, Geneva March 2006 Patek Philippe unveils its first ultra-thin mechanical watch for ladies The sparkle of white gold and diamonds. The shimmer of the guilloché night blue dial. The interplay of iridescence and transparency. The harmony of proportions. The finesse in every detail. These are some of the attributes of Patek Philippe’s new ultra-thin mechanical wristwatch for ladies. It is a new Calatrava with a specially slender silhouette to flatter the fe...

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March 30 2006 at 3:32 AM Now here's something more complicated. The new reference 5104, self winding minute repeater, perpetual calendar, retrograde date! I'm sure all of you who like richly ornamented designs will just love this one. The date is displayed with a central retrograde hand. The day of the week, leap year and month are displayed in a very unique way: saphire discs with white printing, revealing a stunning view of the movements "underdial" works (and that's a ...

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