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 some...
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...
But your pics clearly change my perception. The amount of detail put into this pc is amazing. My respect to Patek . And thank u for sharing w us. Best iceman
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 d...
The detail is stunning, down to the smallest part. I am always left aghast by how anyone is able to craft such detail. And only your excellent photos, Oliver, can show that. I suspect that even if I was fortunate to ever hold one, I would not see half of ...
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 cust...
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 ...
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 pla...
Excessive, excessive and excessive in all aspects. Hand carving/decoration is so excessive that it overwhelms the watch. This piece is a good example to teach students why excess can lead to loss of aesthetics, harmony, beauty. Even the brand name is writ...