patrick_y
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THAT is a GORGEOUS movement!
It's a pity that they don't have the swan neck fine adjuster anymore! I now have to go to Chopard for that now! Chopard's current 96 series LUC movements are better than Patek Philippe's current calibers in terms of many details; the Chopard movement has COSC certification, Geneva Seal (Patek Philippe would say their seal is equivalent or better, so this one is canceled out), and the Chopard has the swan neck spring! But look at this old Patek Philippe movement! It's wonderful!
Patek After Service
My vintage 2555 after a service. Seeing the lovely 27SC movement for the first time. Mvmt pics sent by Patek. — Rahul ...
THAT is a GORGEOUS movement!
It's a pity that they don't have the swan neck fine adjuster anymore! I now have to go to Chopard for that now! Chopard's current 96 series LUC movements are better than Patek Philippe's current calibers in terms of many details; the Chopard movement has ...
swan neck adjuster
Why has Patek stopped using this swan neck fine adjuster? What do they use now? Interesting.. and would be interested to learn more. Thanks
They use cheaper and less beautiful adjusters...
They employ little screws that adjust the length of the spring on the assembly. Then they have little screws on the balance wheel rim itself - these screws are weights and they can adjust them as well. This is enough to adjust the rate and amplitude. The ...
What an awesome Calatrava! 👌👌🤩🤩
For the one having a small wrist and loving vintage PP like me (or for our dear half ones), these vintage Calatrava are simply exquisite, delightful and a real bargain.