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Audemars Piguet: Not for me.

I was also at the event in AP House and did get to see it IRL. Trying not to be biased here given I own two black ceramic RO’s, this one feels different. It’s less everyday and more of a once in a while in a large collection watch. Whilst color feels toy-like, in AP they did stress the challenges th
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By: HelixL
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Independents: Short Lugs.

I also have a DB28 KoB and thinking about switching to short lugs. If you dont mind me asking, how long did they take? Did they charge you?
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By: HelixL
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Patek Philippe: We can agree or disagree on thinking its a nice watch or not.

But we cannot disagree on the fact that this is Patek officially bending over and taking it.
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By: HelixL
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Patek Philippe: Go to the Salon.

Take your watch. Point the flaws. They will send to Geneva. If they approve, they will then solve the issue in whatever way they deem suitable. But it takes time. Get ready to wait
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By: HelixL
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Patek Philippe: Had two flawed Pateks so not surprised at all.

Whilst quality control on only 60k pieces per year should be better, they will still honor their watch and replace the damaged part(s). Will take time though…
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By: HelixL
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Patek Philippe: Still wear a suit every day.

Its not the norm, not everyone does it, but there is nothing like the process of commissioning a bespoke suit. If done well, it will fit and feel like an armour shaped for you. I wish part of that experience was present in the watch world - somehow its less personal and shallower, bar working for a
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By: HelixL
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Audemars Piguet: AP 25751PT

Hi Even though not a headliner in Phillips auction this past weekend, the blue dial AP 25751PT caught my eye. Had never seen the reference in all platinum bracelet nor blue dial. Is this a limited edition? Any particularities about this reference? Google wasnt of much help.
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By: HelixL
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Rolex: If its customized by the OEM, fully agreed.

I never quite understand how high end watch companies still get away mass producing watches (even LE’s) in relatively small quantities without the element of customization (bar one off’s). Lets face it. True luxury isnt something that one buys off the rack. At the end of the day, it should be someth
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By: HelixL
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