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[Patek Moderator]
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Hi All, After seeing 2026 novelties in the metal, my take on the general direction of Patek is that
innovations continue while balanced with more colorful dials and straps to bring in younger collectors. The average age of Patek collectors is around mid to late 40s. As Cubitus was created with a younger crowd in mind, I see this strategy continuing step by step. In terms of innovation, the automaton piece with 5249R Fox & Crow represented a WOW moment to me, as was the 5940P Cubitus PC !
Fox & Crow is very artistic and the engraving details are amazing ! The minute indicator is a bit challenging to read because of the small size of the “cheese”. Based on photos of 5940P, I was not convinced but seeing it in the metal, this piece is something else !
This short W&W trip was fund filled with lots of GTGs with members, moderator, and THE enamel queen Anita Porchet, along with a review of 2026 novelties !
For 50th Nautilus, all four pieces are lovely ! The clock is much more impressive in the metal. The three watches without date and seconds are really great because of the clean dials coupled with their thinness. Many did not like the inscription “1976 – 2016” on the dial of the 40th. Patek was aware of the comments and so I think this feedback helped with the creation of the clean dial for 50th.
Between bracelet and strap, personally I would go for bracelet because it represents the original design. The strap is lovely but does it make it look quite different. I do not understand why strap has 1,000 pieces vs 2,000 for the P and G. Your thoughts ?
Which one(s) sings(sing) to you ?
A bit large for my wrist because of the lug
Large piece but I can still pull it off IMO 🤣
Color scheme is great in the metal
Casual elegance
The dial really pops and brings a new look 👀 to this classic AR
The green dial is dark and IMO needs a spiced up strap😇
I find the blackened parts matches the salmon dial
Spectacular clock 👆
Your thoughts on each ?👆
Diamond hour marker are so beautiful and subtle
Is the P too small or fine ?
Smaller but packs a BIG punch 🤛 with its heft👍
G better suite for my wrist ?
G still have good heft
Great color scheme and good (stamped) textured dial
Colored color is attractive and accentuated by red hands
Reminds me of 3970 the mini hamburger 🍔
Obligatory wrist shot with Thierry and Jerome Pernici (Commercial Director)
Amazing display case
Coffee bar
GTG with Anita Porchet, THE enamel queen 👸
Current owner Thierry kindly introduced future owners Adrian and Tristan to me
Hi All, After seeing 2026 novelties in the metal, my take on the general direction of Patek is that
innovations continue while balanced with more colorful dials and straps to bring in younger collectors. The average age of Patek collectors is around mid to late 40s. As Cubitus was created with a younger crowd in mind, I see this strategy continuing step...
I don't know my Patek models as well as I should, but here goes . . .
For actual daily wear: 1. Calatrava time/date with salmon dial. Lovely, simple, understatedly elegant. 2. Cubitus perpetual calendar. That case looks like it was made for a PC display and I like the louvered dial. For sheer admiration: 1. Fox and Crow. Si...
So you actually got to try on the new models in person? What an amazing experience! A few were on display in Japan as well, but I'm most interested in the 5610.
It's a magnificent commemorative model, I really want one. The 5396 also has its own unique charm in this color.
Shun san, you need to try them on at your AD ASAP !
50th anniversary ones are naturally very interesting 👍
Great photos.
You must have enjoyed trying them all on. I like the 5810 and 5610 equally. Fortunately (or more aptly, unfortunately) for me I will not be in a position to have to decide. I also love 3738 return.
Thank you for this first hand article
The pictures were amazing. I quite liked the linen and hand hammered blue dial. I don't own a PP as such my opinion doesn't matter but to some extent I find it is becoming more and more difficult to separate the brand, the watches and the management from ...
Thank you JTCL ! Your kind reply encourages me to
continue in providing more similar posts !💪
Wow I love this post.
Thank you so much for sharing. I love your view point and photos. Sounds like an amazing time!
Thank you so much, Gordon, for this extensive report.
I didn’t examine closely all the new releases yet, but so far the Crow & Fox is my absolute favorite. I also consider the new Celestial to be a major release. And I think the small Ellipse could appeal to me quite a bit. The World Time Minute Repeater...
Hi Emmanuel, Very happy that you enjoyed the report !
The Fox & Crow automaton was a very pleasant surprise to me ! I LOVE it !
Hi Gordon,
I have mixed feelings about this watch. I like the hobnail case, which comes from the 5326G and can also be found in 5328G and 5226G, but the dimensions (41 x 12.22 mm) aren’t very appealing to me. Also, I have doubts concerning the on/off symbol of the a...
Hi Emmanuel, Other than the
cut-out at 12 which is not ideal, the color and texture of the dial really pop ! Furthermore, the alarm is somewhat similar to a MR in that there is one hammer. The sound is noticeable but not loud, hence apparently the alarm is meant for mainly for remin...
Yes, I knew there was a hammer and of course
this kind of chime is much nicer than traditional alarms. I would really need to see the watch in person to get a full idea of how it feels for me.
Fantastic write up and pictures Gordon, looks like a fun (if busy) trip.
I didn’t realize from all the other press I’d seen that the Nautilus Desk Clock was as small as it is; seeing it next to a watch gives great perspective. I’d expected it to be much larger for some reason. In terms of other releases, I still am puzzled a b...
Yes Jay, 50th pieces will be a very popular ! Which one of the 3
do you like most ? The 12 cut out is needed to show whether the alarm ⏰ is on. What is a better design for you ?
5810G, no question that’d be my pick.
I am still very much a Nautilus fan, but at the same time it remains a pointless watch for me as it’s unwearable. And these anniversary pieces even more so…destined to be flipped and flipped again and for the most part locked away for value retention or j...
The diamond hour markers are really great in the metal !
Good choice 👍 Guess you also like the blue strap ?
Excellent, thank you very much for sharing.
Love the 5610 and the Eclipse which look great on your wrist.
Thanks, Gordon, for the great
photographs! While I personally still don’t like the Cubitus, I think the new release is so far its most attractive version by far. As to your factual statement regarding “average age of Patek collectors”, I wonder whether what/whose data this is based on...
Hi Marc, the average age was not dreamed up by me but provided by
someone who is in the position to know this fact. 😉
Great write up Gordon of a truly very special W&W for Patek. For me one of the very best in recent years, even going back to the Basel shows.
So many novelties to like/love, including the fabulous automaton, the ground breaking new Celestial (both in complications and design), daring and beautiful new dial colors (eg the lacquered dial 5270Ps), 5227G salmon, exceptionally sporty and beautiful b...
Great write up Gordon of a truly very special W&W for Patek. For me one of the very best in recent years, even going back to the Basel shows.
So many novelties to like/love, including the fabulous automaton, the ground breaking new Celestial (both in complications and design), daring and beautiful new dial colors (eg the lacquered dial 5270Ps), 5227G salmon, exceptionally sporty and beautiful b...
Glad that you had a good read Patekova ! The Automaton was definitely a
WOW moment for me in terms of innovation and artistry !
Huge thanks for sharing this Gordon! 🙌🏻
I see you were very well hosted at the Patek booth 😉 A couple of questions, out of curiosity: - After trying on the 50th anniversary pieces, which one is your favorite? - Do you think the desk clock could also be a pocket watch? Cheers!
Hi 1WatchMan (who has more than 1 watch), For the 50th, I find the
P and G bracelet being my preference because they pay hommage to the original Nautilus. I would be super happy with either. In terms of dial, I love the one with strap because of the superb diamond hour markers. Strap piece looks modern but I like the fee...
Hahaha... indeed, too heavy for a standard pocket! 😅
Based on your feedback, I think we're quite aligned about the 50th anniversary pieces. I've already discussed with my AD about it and I'm afraid that I don't have many chances 😬 Apparently, the most demanded is the P one, so I've put my name down for the ...