With all the talk about capping steel production, based on Joe Thompson's interview with Thierry Stern that was posted on Hodinkee last week, it makes me wonder if Patek has thought seriously about re-launching an updated and more interesting NEPTUNE line...
Many models left the catalog and that’s for something new with a new movement, probably the 26-330 found in the 5212 or in the Nautilus (silent upgrade done this year). Of course unlikely to be in steel unless Mr Stern decided to mess up a bit this Nautil...
The 5212a is mentioned on the PP site as : "This steel Calatrava Weekly Calendar also houses a completely new self-winding movement with optimized performance." So I have a strong feeling this is the new base 'platform'. I could be wrong ofcourse, but I h...
I don't think Patek Philippe cares about those who can't afford non-entry level watches. I like Patek Philippe for what they represent in term of legacy, but I just can't afford one straight from the Salon and now on second market without selling many pie...
about presenting their last dozen high-prized catches than about people who starve and suffer. I know, this is a delicate topic. This is a forum for watch enthusiasts. I am not super rich but I am for sure a top earner. And I love PuristsPro. And I love w...
But we all who are blessed with a life in above-average prosperity and social security should live more consciously and attentively. Personally I try to generate a - for me acceptable - “social footprint” (similar to an ecological footprint). And always s...
Not to mention that a new SS sports model in the $18-20k range would instantaneously end up like the 5711 or the 5167 on the secondary market...unless Patek releases it in generous quantities, which will never happen. An elegant step that partly goes in t...