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Reuven Malter's initial post sparked considerable excitement and speculation among Patek Philippe enthusiasts, anticipating a potential successor to the beloved Caliber 215. This thread captures the community's immediate reactions and expert predictions regarding a then-unreleased manual-wound Patek Philippe timepiece. It offers a fascinating glimpse into how collectors dissect teaser images and brand hints to forecast new complications and reference numbers.
It somehow looks that way. At least its a manual wound piece, so i personally just hope thats a simple movement the regular customer can actually buy.
So excited!
Key Points from the Discussion
- The teased movement is likely a Minute Repeater (MR) housed in a 5370P-style case, potentially featuring a unique activation mechanism like a pusher or a monopusher crown, and could be Patek Philippe's first water-resistant MR.
- There is intrigue around the association of a monopusher with a minute repeater, as traditional MRs require a slide for winding, raising questions about the torque generation of a small monopusher.
- The new piece might feature a Sonnerie or Petite Sonnerie movement, a new complication for Patek Philippe in a Calatrava-style case, drawing parallels to the unexpected 5520P Alarm dual time.
- The high jewel count and intricate design suggest this will be an extremely exclusive timepiece, accessible only to a select group of top clients due to its significant price point.
- The balance bridge appears identical to a previous Patek Philippe movement, suggesting a Minute Repeater with crown-activated pusher, possibly referencing the Ref. 5378.
- The bridge layout and jewel placement indicate this could be a variation of the repeater layer found in the Grandmaster Chime.
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