Patek Philippe

 Some time ago I already shared my (first) impressions and pictures with you.

 

In case you missed it: patek.watchprosite.com /

 

To attend the first presentation of this piece of art was great, but sometimes you ask for more.
The object of art is something to dream about, but even dreams need some food … from time to time.

The closest we (attendees of the presentation) came was like this:

(No video, just a screen shot)

Yes, that´s me while shooting for you. A dear watch journalist gave me the hint, that there is something to observe at “her site”
Thanks my dear!

 

Never expected to see that watch again (at least not after such a short time ) and so I started to work out some
more details out of the official press pictures on my computer. Just for the pleasure of looking at it, I spent some
additional time with Photoshop.

 

Here they are:

Even better is when you get the offer to see it again and to handle it. Nothing beats the real live experience,
especially when we talk about wrist watches. Yes, it still is a wristwatch and one that is (believe it or not)
a pleasure on the wrist.

It feels solid, but not too heavy.

Even the tiniest details are excellent (executed) to say the least.

The blue dial with its different shades is very tempting and impressive …

… but when you turn it around it doesn´t get worse - not at all. For some it is (almost) mind blowing, isn’t it?

 

Hard to believe that somebody is not mesmerized (at least) by the back. Lots of romance for some and maybe
(let´s call it) science for others, depending which kind of guy you are.

 

Once more the dial and of course the obligate wrist shot.

With all those complications shown outside, we should not forget at least one major complication inside - the
Minute Repeater. I can tell you, I was very pleased with what I heard. Maybe not a big surprise when we talk
about a Patek Philippe Minute Repeater, but still good to know that they delivered again.

 

After some time of admiring I finally had to part, even when they had been very patient with me

It was already time to eat something (in the old part of Geneva) and to rethink the experience while enjoying a good glass of wine.

Afterwards I walked back to my hotel.

The very nice deep blue sky above Geneva didn´t help to forget the outstanding experience, but was a good
preparation for nice dreams …

 

Oliver

It's like a date with the most beautiful girl in the world...... even better.

I envy you Oliver.... but perhaps it's better not to have such an experience? How does one sleep?

Thanks for sharing the ultimate (in my books) with your gorgeous pictures.

Cheers

fernando

Like a baby, with a big smile on the face Simply because it is just too far away, at least for me :-(

Cheers,
Oliver

Flawless creation. Not my kind of watch, but nice.

 

Thanks for sharing, Oliver.

 

 

cheers

 

 

 

vte

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great shots of a dreamy piece..

the details are just stunning..

thank you for sharing

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This watch is magnificent.

But your pics clearly change my perception. The amount of detail put into this pc is amazing. My respect to Patek .

but for sure it is not for everybody. Kings, emperors ... and the like, with a huge passion for art, came to my mind

Thanks!

Oliver

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Oliver,

 

Thanks for the photos and observations.

The quality of the decorative arts is at the forefront for this model.

 

I wonder if this is the next cycle of trends in haute horlogerie?  A few of the top brands have been showcasing (sic) the case work and dial work recently with rare arts of engraving, enamel, gem-setting viz. Patek Philipe, Piaget, Chopard, Cartier.

Of course, it has always been like that in history:  the best watch movements were found in the best decorated cases viz. Berthoud, A.L. Breguet, etc.

 

Maybe, the next big thing is a revival of the decorative arts because machines still can't do it..........?

 

Regards,

MTF

This message has been edited by MTF on 2013-07-20 02:33:48

The detail is stunning, down to the smallest part.

Oliver This message has been edited by small-luxury-world on 2013-07-21 05:41:00

I like your thought!

In fact I see quite a few "look a like" or "wannabe" watches with engraving, enamel ...
and too many brands offer "cheaper" cases, hands, clasps ... these days. Yes, even brands with lots of credibility.
As longs as their are customers who spent their money on it, nothing will change to the better.

More (real) connoiseurs are needed and we should work on that, even harder

Cheers,
Oliver

offering and the nice report, you make me miss Geneva, where did you have dinner in La Vieille Ville? About the watch, I definitely admire the craftsmanship and the complications, they are of the highest caliber indeed. However, this style, which I would call "Rococo" does not at all appeal to me. Definitely not one that I would add on my wish list...(although I couldn't afford it anyhow)

Regarding dinner, there a quite a few nice options - Restaurant Les Armures, Restaurant De L´Hotel De Ville ...

Because of a great evening spent with a dear Purist, a few month ago, I came back to the Restaurant Les Antiquaires. It is not the fanciest place, but I like it for what it is.

Food examples:

Especially outside it is nice to sit and to enjoy the ambience of the old part of Geneva.

Cheers,
Oliver

Bon appetit

Cheers, Francois

Beautifull site in the old parts of Geneva.

I share your experience,

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and I was surprised as well

Cheers,
Oliver

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"In character, in manner, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity."

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

hallo  Oliver This message has been edited by small-luxury-world on 2013-08-06 01:03:02

I enjoy your 6002G photos very much.  

Excessive, excessive and excessive in all aspects.