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Tick Tock Doctor provides an exceptional photographic journey into the intricate mechanics of a Patek Philippe Annual Calendar movement. His detailed images offer a rare 'under the dial' perspective, revealing the complex engineering and high-standard finishing that define this complication. The post invites appreciation for the watchmaking artistry often hidden from view.
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Key Points from the Discussion
- The mechanism of the Patek Philippe Annual Calendar is described as very well executed and finished to a high standard, despite the apparent simplicity of its module parts.
- A debate arose regarding the 'ordinary' nature of the movement and its perceived value relative to the watch's price, with some questioning if Patek Philippe's complicated modules are outdated.
- The 'over-advancement' of the date at midnight, where it momentarily moves past the correct date before settling, is a design choice to minimize drag on the timekeeping mechanism during calendar changes.
- Patek Philippe, like many luxury brands, often refuses to sell spare parts to independent watchmakers, requiring watches to be returned to the manufacture for servicing, which can complicate repairs.
- The first edition of the Patek Philippe Annual Calendar, possibly the Ref. 5035, is gaining increasing appreciation among collectors for its design and historical significance.
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