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GLau, a respected member of the WatchProSite community, recently attended a Piaget/Phillips event showcasing a limited edition Piaget Altiplano. He seized the opportunity to compare this new release with his own Patek Philippe 6000R, a 10th-anniversary edition from 2015. GLau's post invites fellow collectors to weigh in on the design merits of both timepieces, particularly focusing on the aesthetics of their dials and unique features.
The Patek Philippe reference 6000 was introduced in 2005 as a distinctive Calatrava model. It features an off-center dial layout and a date indication around the periphery, setting it apart from more traditional Calatrava designs. This reference offered a contemporary interpretation of a classic dress watch, appealing to collectors seeking a Patek Philippe with a unique aesthetic while retaining the brand's horological standards.
This reference is housed in a 37 mm case, available in 18k white gold or 18k rose gold. It is fitted with a sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to 25 meters. The watch is powered by the self-winding caliber 240 PS C, which provides a power reserve of 48 hours. The movement is visible through a sapphire case back.
The 6000 series appeals to collectors interested in Patek Philippe's modern production that deviates from conventional layouts. Its design, with the off-center time display and pointer date, offers a different character compared to other Calatrava models. The reference was produced until 2009, making it a relatively short-lived model within the brand's catalog.
First the date on the Altiplano is mis aligned and by quite a bit. Secondly, the star on the seconds sub-dial looks lame in my eyes. And third, the hidden signature isn't done well nor as discretely as Cartier. The font is too open, whereas the font on the Cartier is tighter and thus looks more like a solid line at a distance. Give me the Patek Philippe 6000 any day of the week!
...I almost always see the G version with the black dial...I prefer yours and now it will make my list : )
The star in the seconds sundial makes me think of Le Petit Prince and then I remembered that was an IWC watch and Montblanc pen partnership.
Makes me think of sea-gull :P
So it difficult to say muchβ¦ Regarding the date: Date at 11, simply means, that it begins to change for midnight. π‘ The wotd Altiplano is probaly not meant to be hidden (as for Cartier), it is simply a design aspectβ¦ π
Thanks as always for providing your honest and valuable feedback on my forum Patrick, and have a great Thanksgiving!
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