Patek Philippe

Having just endured a rather chaotic Thanksgiving in which both kids came down with the flu after driving 7 hours each way to be with our family, this incredible beauty brings an enormous sense of beauty and gratitude. I’m beyond excited to join the other...  

A true beauty!

It’s a stunner and a strap monster. Best, V. ...  

And I’m very happy to hear from you!

Wow that combination is fantastic! I can’t wait to see what all I can do with it in that regard. So many great combinations from several of you already!

COngratulations, Cazalea

You are more than kind!

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Good to read from you again!

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already admired on Horology_anciennes instagram account, I somehow never quite feel the same passion for vacheron Les cabinotiers in compared to Pareks rare handcrafts. It appears that pateks RH pieces are just a notch above or maybe I am just a patek fan... 

We simply owe it to the last two generations of the Stern family (its president and honorary president) if Rare Handcrafts have finally reached the current level of popularity among top collectors worldwide --- to the benefit of all other brands, as well ... 

We have to consider ourselves lucky that the stern family looks after these old handcrafts. I’m glad that these are picking up in popularity but then again makes so Much harder for me to own one.

Thank you always for your encouragement and kind words. Your photos of your beautiful piece influenced me significantly! Having had the chance to actually try my hand in adding some enamel to a 5088/100P dial during my factory tour totally did me in, and ... 

Of course, it would be no problem to share the same strap for this marvel --- I would only be honored! It might take several months to receive it (and from what I understand, the price is not exactly inexpensive...), but I guarantee you'll LOVE this combi... 

I thought to myself I hope not! . The experience certainly gave me an even higher appreciation for what goes into the creation of these Rare Handcrafts dials, and that was after already holding them in extremely high esteem! With your blessing, I do think... 

Being able to find moments of peace and joy in an otherwise chaotic time is one of the aspects I love most about this hobby of ours.

Love mine so much as well

As you know well, it will be very easy to enjoy this one. Cheers, my friend, and I hope you continue to enjoy yours often!

I savor the anticipation of the enjoyment that is sure to come!

I remember you were into Independents?

I’ve always tended to love great watches regardless of the maker, but as I age, and as my tastes continue to evolve, I find myself really thinking more holistically about my collecting. In the past, I think I tended to maybe hyper focus on a small set of ... 

Yes, PP is also an Independent brand…I meant to say “micro” Independent as well. Cheers Fab….long time no “see”.

overlooked the hands/time ! Enjoy it often and have fun figuring one how your next generation will share this beauty !

I can’t say I’ve looked at it even once at this point to observe the time . It’s really amazing how hypnotizing the Rare Handcrafts can be in that way! And yes, my next generation will have to figure out how to split up these pieces, but hopefully not for... 

It is gorgeous. Hope your kids feel better soon. Long drives aren’t fun with anyone in the car being under the weather.

Fortunately, both kids are on the upswing now . It was a long few days, but looking much brighter now thankfully!

Yes the 5088 likely provided me with enough positive energy to shield me from the flu, and both kids are nearly back to full strength thankfully!

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