Patek Philippe

I wanted to share one of the greatest experiences of my life, as one of fifteen collectors from around the United States to be invited by Patek Philippe for a week in Geneva to tour everything that is Patek Philippe. Patek flew us all Business Class to Ge...  

... what a class from Patek to offer such a treat. How hard did it make you feel like buying a watch during that trip ? And which one ? Didn't they show you more exclusive things like 5950, 5208, 5213, 5216, ....?

You name the reference.. we saw it! I was so close to pulling the trigger on a few pieces at the Geneva Boutique.. I had to restrain myself. Although when I got home yesterday the hunt was on for a 5131!

... and wait that Geneva gives it to you :) Most models you can find and some at a discount, but this 5131 has a premium that is just too high. What do you think of 5204P?

But there is just something about that dial which mesmerizes me on the 5131. The 5204 was beautiful, fit very well surprisingly! However, the dial is basically identical to my 5270 so after thinking last night it is probably not the next piece for me, as ... 

Thank you for sharing. It is people like you who takes the time to share that the rest of us can enjoy.

I was wondering how you felt about the new dial for the 5204 Perpetual Split in person? A little bit modified from the original blackened hands and indices version... C

Much more captivating in person! Extremely crisp, legible and symmetrical.. White indices mesh well with the creamy white background. It's basically the same layout as my 5270, so I really enjoy the dial. Its either the 5204 or a 5131 for my next!

bulliondesk, Thanks for sharing. Unfortunately, you used PhotoBucket and exceeded your bandwidth allocation. The photos are gone. You could use our FREE uploader in future, then the photos will be permanently on view. Regards, MTF

And seeing the photos :( I know that you would have had an amazing time, if my visit was anything to go by. :)

by me, after spending some time on Sunday morning. Hope you don´t mind, but it looks much nicer like this ;-) It is very nice to see how different the dial of your 5270G looks in different light, but anytime it looks beautiful. Thanks a lot for sharing yo... 

I just subscribed for more bandwidth! My pictures should be working fine now. Appreciate the help during the delay Oliver!

This was my first time I was really able to capture the 5270 in some great lighting. It's quite amazing how the dial seems to just come alive!

:-)

pictures. Did you know that the "Horloge Fleurie" has the longest seconds hand in the World? I believe that this article will DEFINITELY encourage US and dear Pplater to go and fish in other waters! Cheers Francois

Just fixed the pictures :-) Oliver

Cheers Francois

For a marvellos report. What an amazing time you had. The Mandarin Hotel is were we stayed on our visit. And I totally agree with you in regards to the Boutique, it is a gorgeous shop and it gets better the higher in the lift you go ;) :) I love the split... 

Oh yes, that 5th floor view is quite stunning! We saw the 6002, incredible piece! Thinking of moving to Geneva.. ;)

Wear your watch in good health and enjoy its beauty!

I got very sick the morning of the reception at the boutique and couldn't make it that evening. :-( Hope we have a chance to meet in person at a local GTG someday. Cheers, TM

Sorry to hear that. Looking forward to meeting you at a GTG one of these days. Feel better!