Patek Philippe

Moderator Patrick_y brings the Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition to PuristSPro, for those who cannot go to the Grand Exhibition in New York themselves. Please enjoy this post and attend the Grand Exhibition in New York in person from July 13th to the 23rd o...  

I flew ten hours each way to London for our London GTG. Even more for SIHH. Recently did a 15 hour flight from Singapore to the United States in Coach on United Airlines, wasn't bad, 787 has very good air quality. But in case you don't make it, I'll bring... 

I travelled to London for the exhibition there and to Madrid for a 175 year party so NYC should be such a problem. I'm really considering going 😀

New York has an energy unlike any other city. A ruthless practicality to it. I like New York. Time is precious in New York. Hence the saying "New York Minute." Hope you can make it.

Best, Dogu

saying hi to Anita Porchet for me ! Have fun! Cheers, Gordon

Thanks for the report. I was told by someone at HSWA that PP spent serious capital to get the Cipriani venue to this vision and they did it in 2 weeks. Not sure how to check if true. It's mind-boggling because the venue is huge and any building work in NY... 

Can't comment about what JCB is about to do as I'm not privied. But there is a Formula E race going on this weekend in Brooklyn. There is a watch brand sponsor. So definitely likely something will be happening.

thanks for the update!

Round the clock construction at Cirpirani, 3-4 shifts a day, to erect the primary structure. Found this out later from an individual at the top.

well, thanks for the update. I'm glad it is confirmed.

You've made such a huge work and for indeed people like me who can't attend this is trully fantastic. Thanks a lot for all this. I know the pictures are very difficult to take in such lighting conditions and you did a wonderful job. I'm amazed how much Pa... 

Wow, thank you for the kind words! Yes, Patek Philippe is amazing, and this is definitely a contributing factor as to why they're on the top. They've got a lot here. I've photographed almost all of it to some degree. Coming here, I had the pleasure of mee... 

and we learn quite a lot about them and other finishing techniques. Knowing more about watches helps so much in enjoying other pieces and appreciating the details we missed or didn't enjoy at their real potential Best, Mark

It's just amazing that some of these art pieces can take weeks of continuous work to create. I'm over the moon with some of them.

In 1989 I attended the 150th Anniversary Patek auction in New York by Habsburgh Feldman (which was the predecessor of Antiquorum). The exhibition for that auction was at Tiffany. That event truly put Patek on the map as far as the general public's awarene... 

Indeed, I do believe you're right and this Grand Exhibition event will spark a love of horology for all those who visit. The event is done so well, even the most dubious Millennial would find it difficult to say it's not an enriching experience. And even ... 

So many masterpieces to see at the event!! Thank you for giving us a wonderful taste of the event! I can't wait to be there to experience it for myself!! Keith!!