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Emmanuel, known as 'quattro' on WatchProSite, offers a compelling hands-on review of the Patek Philippe 40mm rose gold Cubitus, reference 7128/1R-001. His detailed impressions, particularly on its wearability and design nuances, provide invaluable insights for collectors considering this polarizing reference. This article delves into Emmanuel's personal experience and synthesizes the community's diverse reactions to Patek Philippe's modern take on a shaped watch.
Not exactly my style and as much as I appreciate the attempt of introducing more shaped watches that will likely sell, I cannot but feel that itβs a low effort and low cost attempt at doing so - recycle as many design elements of the Nautilus as possible, no investment in a shaped movementβ¦ Sure the fit and finish will have the usual PP care and attention but I feel it could have been more. In that sense I also feel the Golden Ellipse would suit your style better ππ»ππ» The spoof advert for the Cu
itβs a poor attempt with a lot of recycling. But if you forget about the Nautilus and consider the watch in itself, itβs far from unappealing though disappointing as far as the movement is concerned. Best, Emmanuel
And like you say, if the Nautilus didnβt exist there are quite some appealing aspects to it. But a shaped movement would definitely have been in order ππ»
The Nautilus is/was a refined shape, and the ears make sense! Vice versa here they are clumsy and meke no sense for this shape. I agree to KMII, low effort from a non-designer to create something new with the elements that were/are successful. A pity for the brand, the model and the reputation of itβ¦ π€·πΌββοΈ
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