Patek Philippe Community: Welcome & Discussion

Horology_Ancienne · 2021-03-01T10:59:05Z

Horology_Ancienne, the father-son collecting duo, joins WatchProSite. Discover their insights on the Patek Philippe Ref. 5970 and the value of forum discussions.

Horology_Ancienne

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Horology_Ancienne, a renowned father-son collecting duo, officially joins WatchProSite, transitioning from their popular Instagram presence. Their inaugural post introduces a special dial Patek Philippe Ref. 5970, signaling a new chapter for their in-depth horological insights within the community. This move promises richer discussions and detailed analyses, unconstrained by social media's limitations.

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Dear all,

We are Horology Ancienne (or HA); a father and son watch collecting duo. We have been lurking on here for an exceptionally long time. Checking WPS pretty much everyday. The passion in this forum is incredible as is the knowledge shared. It is a genuine delight to see so many deeply enthusiastic about their collections. I suppose it is probably criminal how long I’ve been lurking without posting! For a long time we preferred to remain private about our collection until two years ago we decided to set up an Instagram account. Eventually, much to our delight, some of you reposted a few of our Instagram posts on here. After connecting with GLau, we were persuaded to finally join this treasure of a community. A special thank you to GLau for all of his efforts. Following his reposting of some of our write ups, we were honoured and deeply grateful to see all the kind comments. A hearty thank you to all of you.

We were a little hesitant coming here only because Instagram has become so time consuming. But given how vital WPS has been in assisting to quench our horological thirst, it was only naturally we ended up here. Thankfully, we are not restricted by the harsh word count of instagram meaning that we can post our full write ups in full on WPS. I look forward to engaging with all of you on all things horological. I figured the best way to start should be with one of our favourite watches. A special dial 5970!

For those not familiar with us, please find a link to our interview where we explore in-depth why we decided to initially go public: collectability.com /

We wish you all a pleasant start to the week.

Horology Ancienne

About the Patek Philippe Complications Ref. 5970

The Patek Philippe Complications reference 5970 is a specific iteration within the Complications model line. This reference is available in white metal, specifically platinum, and also in rose gold.

The case material for this reference can be platinum or rose gold. The collector notes a preference for platinum due to its weight, exclusivity, and durability.

This reference appeals to collectors who prefer white metals for dress watches, with platinum being a primary choice and rose gold a close second. Its availability in these materials positions it for those seeking specific precious metal options within the Complications collection.

Specifications

Caliber: R TO 27 PS QI

Case: Platinum

Diameter: 41mm

Dial: Black

Water Resist.: 30m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The community anticipates Horology_Ancienne's erudite reviews and analyses, valuing their approach to watches as mechanical marvels and works of art, a perspective often missing in collector reviews.
A key advantage of WatchProSite over Instagram is the ability to provide better context for comments and foster more in-depth interactions, enhancing the understanding of contributors' perspectives.
Many members, not active on Instagram, express enthusiasm for Horology_Ancienne's contributions to WatchProSite, highlighting the forum's value as a dedicated platform for horological discussion.
Horology_Ancienne acknowledges Instagram's broad reach but emphasizes the focused nature and insightful dialogue characteristic of forums like WatchProSite, which offers a more concentrated and fulfilling experience.
The concept of a father-son collecting duo is celebrated as a 'holy grail' of horological partnership, with questions arising about how posting responsibilities are shared between them.
The Patek Philippe Ref. 5970, especially with a salmon dial and Breguet numerals, is recognized as a 'grail' watch, with its exceptional nature making it a remarkable entry post.
Several long-time lurkers, inspired by Horology_Ancienne's move, also express their intention to become more active contributors to the WatchProSite community.

The Discussion

Miles_151

Mar 1, 2021

Welcome at last my friend.

Look forward to your exquisite posts here. Miles. ()

Horology_Ancienne

Mar 3, 2021

Thank you so very much for your kind words!

Pleasure to be amongst wonderful company buddy

fomar

Mar 1, 2021

What an Epic first pic ...