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Finally, my 5230G
Searching for quite some time, the world time with Hong Kong instead of Beijing was found and without hesitation, bought it this afternoon. I was told not many NOS around before Patek Philippe changed HK to Beijing, finding one is rare and today I did. I just can't believe my luck, indeed a beautiful timepiece to keep... Cheers to all
Collection
Discover TheMadDruid's Patek Philippe Ref. 5230G World Time acquisition story, comparing it to 5110 and 5130 models.
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Collection
Discover the journey of acquiring a Patek Philippe World Time with a cloisonné enamel dial. Clueless_Collector shares insights into this artistic reference.
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New Release
Explore Patek Philippe's 2016 World Time Ref. 5230G and 5930G. Detailed photos and analysis of new case designs, integrated lugs, and dial aesthetics.
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New Release
Explore Patek Philippe's 2022 Watches and Wonders novelties, including the Calatrava Ref. 5226, Ref. 5326 Annual Calendar, and updated World Time models, with live photos and expert insights.
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Reference Guide
Mark in Paris recaps 2016 Patek Philippe articles and previews 2017 Aquanaut and Caliber 240 anniversaries. Essential guide for collectors.
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New Release
Explore Patek Philippe's 2016 novelties from Baselworld, including the 5164R Aquanaut and 5170R chronograph. Mark in Paris reviews new models, design philosophy, and collector reactions.
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New Release
Explore Patek Philippe's 2016 Baselworld collection. Dr.kol reviews new Perpetual Calendar 5327, 5140P, and 5930G, discussing design, movements, and market strategy.
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Reference Guide
Explore Patek Philippe World Time references, from Louis Cottier's original mechanism to modern iterations like the 5230G and 5930G. A deep dive into history, design, and collector insights.
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Finally, my 5230G
Searching for quite some time, the world time with Hong Kong instead of Beijing was found and without hesitation, bought it this afternoon. I was told not many NOS around before Patek Philippe changed HK to Beijing, finding one is rare and today I did. I ...
Congratulations, it’s a great watch. I really like it a lot.
I’ve been thinking about getting one. Try to put it on Pateks Taupe strap that matches the color in the middle. It’s a game changer and makes it very cool.
It's more economic/marketing than political
Watch cos put cities of their biggest markets on the dials of their WTs. HK was the biggest export market for a long time, but starting a few years ago it was clear that wouldn't be for much longer. Of course, if one's going to put a mainland city, it has...
Oh Yes, I finally found it
My dream come true in 2022, thanks all for your compliments
