Patek Philippe

A watch manufacturer gains reputation through a variety of different avenues. For Patek Philippe, one could argue that over its long history, it has maintained a dedication to quality and craftsmanship that has set it apart from other manufacturers. Equal...  

Best wishes Alkiro

....knew that we had bought the "wonder watch" !!

Best wishes Alkiro

You summed it up beautifully as class is something that does not necessarily go to the superior model but the one with the X factor!!

......yes....like you I collect both vintage and modern, but learning how to appreciate that Factor X is hard.....it takes more than a wallet.

That X factor is quite subjective in some cases but the 3448 is a bit special as is 'my' 1530A

What a watch.

Can't wait to play with it.

Think Brad Pitt in 'Snatch'.

About this Reference. Well stated, and I agree with your arguments for this watch and Pateks QPs in general. Bravo, Brandon

.....thanks for reading. Hope all is well with you.

Your post was a nice break from the agenda at the PE conference I'm attending today. Cheers, Brandon

Again, congratulation on your 10.000 post! A great post and watch to celebrate this occasion! Best Blomman

......i know you love this one. Nice to be able to add some new information on it

Thanks for sharing sir

Your perpetual is without # 1 in its class and it is very difficult to find any finer watch from the current collection. Best, Kari

......I think the perpetual is a fascinating beast. Each variant has something special about it. I have truly debated the modern 5327 with blue dial variant. I think it is stunning. But of all my watches, modern and vintage, the 3448 sings sweetest to me.... 

The new 5327 is stunning but I will wait till the platinum case will appear and then I'll get that. Another great is 5320 but with that it's a similar story - I'm waiting for platinum. However, in vintage watches YG is really nice because it's the vintage... 

The Perpetual Calendar watch, whether "simple", or mated to another complication, is quintessentially Patek-and a claim to fame, as well as horological"firstmanship"(if you're okay with that word). And boy do you come back with a bang after not posting fo... 

Is the wonder watch,The best perpetual to my vintage but no too much It's the 993 of perpetuals. Best, Ahmed

not sure its air-cooled though

Best, Ahmed

When I first saw it, I was hit. I knew I had to have it and I knew it would become an important watch for me. As an owner, it has become a much more meaningful watch.....takes a lot to knock the Mk2 off its perch.

...Really great article about the watch that has been my unreachable dream for so many years until... ...until I finally could make the dream come true this year ! I know I am Lucky (at least for that...) and YES still top banana smile when I look at it !...  

.....every time I look at the dial, it makes me smile.

no question or doubt your 3448 is top banana, and the pinnacle of many PCs. For me, I will probably enjoy the GT3 RS more than the watch. I know some members here, or you 😁 can enjoy both, but I can only choose one and being a mostly modern guy, I go with... 

.....that is one incredible car. Stunning car. Maybe an easier comparison is an Aston DB5 vrs a Vanquish......the latter has every conceivable advantage over the former, but the DB5 will always have that something extra. I think you also raise another iss... 

Great narrative and watch! Marcelo

As for the post, just superb. The watch is without question incredible from all perspectives. Gorgeous, under the radar, technically interesting, and a whole lot of history and DNA, all in a little package that can be strapped to your wrist. I really enjo... 

I have to say it sometimes amazes me that we see such a classic coming from the same company that produces some of the modern PP Any how Enjoy wearing that piece of art , archoitecture and horology all rolled into one J

......i really do understand your comment. To me, Patek is now catering to a stratified clientele. I find some of the modern Pateks truly fantastic and exciting. In fact, i see some of their modern watches as amongst the most interesting of all manufactur... 

as hot as chilli..as crispy as croissant and as alluring as avocado... one word top banana! Keep em coming dear Joe! Best D

......I wish I had had the foresight to buy a white gold version too.....but am happy with what I have.

I know the 3940 gets a lot of love, and it is well-deserved. It is beautiful, it is slim, it was Patek's answer to the naysayers who said quartz was going to put an end to mechanical watches... ...But the 3448 is the king. It is so clean and easy to read.... 

.......likeyou say it has such a clean dial....a purity. Many thanks

This watch is beautiful and SO very easy to read! We can only hope for a modern interpretation of this beauty .

5396.....shares a lot of DNA

The lugs look lovely ! Are the 5975 lugs inspired by this model ? They look similar. Cheers, Gordon

......it was certainly an attempt in the 1960s to create something of a futuristic look. Also interesting to hear Patek themselves believe that its design was one of the best.

everything you ever wanted to know about.... the 3448

......its always fun writing about something that fascinates ... and this does fascinate me

very informative & really love your pics. thank you for sharing this great article cheers

A pleasure to write

2 known in rose gold; a very few with no moonphase at 6 o'clock register and a WG 3448 with red dot leap year indicator (ala 3448). Examples of the last 2 of those variants were part of the recent extraordinary NY Christie's exhibit. Also, I think it bear... 

It's nice to share. Many thanks for your kind words. I did forget those two pinks. Ohhhh to own one of those!

and I read where you mention the 5396 sharing dna with the 3448. I see that not only in the dial lay-out (which has to be purposeful) but with the chamfered bezel as well; something also shared by the 5230. Makes one wonder if we will see more of this bez... 

...was thinking again about your great article about the 3448. I read it again and was thinking I shall never thank you enough. Really top article about the Wonder Watch dear Joe ! And your pics really render justice to its beauty. Top banana!!!

You understand and appreciate that watch so well. It is a constant happiness for you. And I am truly pleased to have helped.

complexity with elegance ...sublime ! Best, mahesh.,

The 3448 is a very sweet watch. Ive always coverted one but am yet to secure one. Until that time comes, I will have to settle for my Rolex 8171.....

Definitely a watch worth wearing and an informative review worth the time "watching" it!