The 5170J is a beautiful watch. It will takes its place in Patek history as the first men's chronograph using the in-house 29-535 movement. The ladies version 7071 was introduced a few years before the 5170J with the same movement, but the 5170J is defini
Dear all, Let me begin with a personal note to thank everyone of you for your participation, your support, your time spent sharing your friendship, experience, pictures and opinion with us all. Our discussions are great reading and fuels my (and I hope ou
When we look at the evolution of the Patek Philippe chronograph (in general) it perfectly illustrates its uninterrupted, consistent quality of watchmaking the company has practiced throughout its history, something hardly any of its rivals can match. Firs
24 May 2012, Patek Philippe had its Chronographs Exhibition in Singapore at the Alkaff Mansion, the first time in Asia after three stops in Europe (London, Milan and Munich). As Chronograph always plays a pivotal role in the Patek Philippe,the exhibition
So the wait is over and all the 2012 novelties are revealed. Patek Philippe plays a very conservative card this year, but offers several very appealing new models. I'll come back later and in greater depth to the Patek Philippe novelty of the year, the 52
I know it's way too early, but let's get some initial impressions of Patek's 2012 Basel going!! FWIW, mine are: 1. White Nautilus dials. Meh. 2. 5940. Lovely piece. 5040 was too small for almost anyone. Great vintage feel in the J. Only question.........l
Someone tie Imran down and get him to confess.... My money's on 5726 on stl blt 5711 something happening, new dial prob 5170 in another metal must be on, my vote Rose pls pls bring something out in Annual Calendar or Calatrava we're crying out! Ladies, so
We've discussed this watch already but as I was too busy to put a context to it at the time I wanted to come back to it. The Patek Philippe 3670A is a brand new steel chronograph with a vintage calibre 13-300. The calibre is obviously the main asset of th
Thanks Marcus for this report. I think what has gone somewhat unnoticed is how brave and well constructed Patek's offering has been for women this year (and last year with the "Ladies First" 7071 chronograph). While I can not comment on whether it will be