Patek Philippe - A good showing I think

A good showing I think

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 a commercial success, it is very encouraging and good to see that Patek is making grand complications for women that combine both the technical sophistication and aesthetic appeal. Watches like the 7059 (split seconds chronograph) and 7000 (minute repeater) are new category types for a woman's watch. The pictured simpler 7041 is a very beautiful watch and as you say, very well proportioned and elegant. I wish Patek "24" level luck with this model.

The men's watches this year had a few highlights for me - obviously the 5270, which will be a great success for Patek; the blue-10 day tourbillon is absolutely stunning; and the aquanaut which, while not being my cup of tea as a general design, has brought out a nice practical aesthetic that will appeal to the non-converted in my opinion. I would love to have the luxury of making it my practical travel watch.

Thanks again for a very nice report!

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Baselworld 2011: The big PuristSPro report --- Patek Philippe

By: Marcus Hanke : April 28th, 2011-07:22

Basel 2011 Novelty report Patek Philippe by Marcus Hanke Crisis? What crisis? While many other manufacturers are relying on the consolidation of already reduced offers, Patek Philippe appears to draw on abundant resources. No less than new six grand compl...

Thanks a lot Marcus.

By: foversta : April 28th, 2011-13:39

Thanks a lot Marcus for this great report. I feel mixed emotions here. - I start to like more the 5270 than at the beginning - the 10 days blue dial is stunning - the PG 6000 is beautiful too But: - I really find the 5496 poor with an unbalanced dial - th...

Thank you Marcus for a lovely constructed report..............

By: Topcat30093 : April 29th, 2011-00:09

I found your balance between words and photos just about right. Enough information to digest with a some lovely clear photos. The 5270 grows on me more each time I see it, but sadly seeing it will be all that I shall be able to do

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By: sanro : April 29th, 2011-12:11

...unless I find someone who will trade my right kidney for it. I cannot really judge it from a magnified photograph, but I believe that with the clarity or simplicity of the dial I could read all the indications of hte 5270 even with my growing presbyopi...

Correct, it is well legible ...

By: Marcus Hanke : May 2nd, 2011-13:19

... at leastwhen the ambient light is good. Meanwhile, I have difficulties reading small symbols, especially when they are printed on a darker background, without enough contrast. But in this case, it works very good. Regards, Marcus

Thank you Marcus for your report!

By: Dje : April 29th, 2011-01:23

Hi, Opportunities are rare to see so many marvels! Best regards Dje

A good showing I think

By: Nomer : April 29th, 2011-11:22

Thanks all for the kind comments! ...

By: Marcus Hanke : May 2nd, 2011-14:15

... I must say that Patek was among my personal highlights at this fair. However, this might have to do that it had been my first "close encounter" with Patek as well. Of course, I was loosely informed about the program and the various references, without...