Mark in Paris
[Purist]
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Well, I agree that MRs are also a little easier to create today with the tools and computers we have
Nevertheless, aside of the technical side, there is also the decoration (finishing), size (Patek are usually providing smaller cases), spirit and all the history and experience Patek has acquired that we find in a Minute Repeater. Some complex new displays you mention don't really I think replace the charming sound of a MR even if some might be even more complex.
The question of the sound is very important and it is finely tuned by the brand as well. It is not imho only a question of higher sound but the warmth, tone, rythm are also important and these are fields Patek is known to master regarding the MR.
But you're right that there is also a demand from clients and watch fans for other kind of high complications that are made possible today thanks to the market that allows such prices (thus research and developement) and the developement of tools (CNC machines) and material (Ti, Silicon etc...).
Patek is remaining in the traditional field indeed but I would add that they master it so well that it brings a charm and pleasure that won't imho totally be replaced by the "new" complications.
Thanks for sharing your view on this 
Best, Mark
Mr Stern is at it again!!
In my last thread we indulged in our fantasy of owning any Patek Philippe timepiece from the current collection (excluding minute repeaters). The 5370P was the clear winner by a mile and rightfully so!! Mr Stern is at it again..... You receive a phone cal...
First of all, he can't be earlier than me.
Second, I would ask why he's calling at this ungodly hour. Third, I would want to buy my own to mark a special occasion, not a gift. That said, I will gladly take 5078P, black dial. Rational: the email dial, the case size and shape, the history. A perfect...
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I love the Breguet numerals, the wearable 37mm case and the bonus of having a tourbillon discreetly visible from the case back. Two of the of the revered complications. A minute repeater and a tourbillon for the price of a studio in London!! I would take ...
I have an alternative scenario......
I inherited several millions and decided to spend a couple of them on a minute repeater, so I call The Salon for a recommendation and to ask to send a private jet to pick me up. Best Edward.
They might just agree to your private jet
if you purchase a Grandmaster Chime! Nothing less
I suggest PP shall explain why they think their watches are valuable
The only thing that shall be proved by the owner is that he/she knows that it is a very fragile watch and should be cared for.
I'm sensing a lot of hostility....
The whole point of this tongue and cheek thread was for more experienced Purists (some of which are highly knowledgeable) to share their knowledge with curious Purists on the world of PP minute repeaters, which many collectors and industry professionals a...
I agree Langeholic
A lot to learn and to love about MR, especially after the history and experience the brand has gotten in this field. Best, Mark
Go custom dial and case...
Anything 'off the shelf' may be nice, yet custom dial and case to my specs or no deal. Final offer. Bonus points if you go with multi-color enamel.
That's another enjoyable exercize :)
The thing is that I don't know much on MR watches and don't think I can really choose well. Anyway, for the poetic complication, its rarity and complexity, this is something I would love to get as long as we can use it often without reliability issues. So...
Great shot of the 5339...
...didn't know about that one. I am a huge fan of that bezel. The ultimate stealth watch. Lovely.
Indeed, this "Clous de Paris" decoration is something I like too
It has a special charm that not everybody likes but that I enjoy very much. Thanks mdg Best, Mark
Thank you for the great shots!!
Mark, it seems not many purist know much about MR, hence why I wanted to open this discussion. The MR is what PP is best known for and what makes the brand so special. Understanding the MR is understanding an important element of horology and PP history. ...
In the old days....
MR was great, but the watch industry has moved on. Chinese and others now offer MR so it really is not that big a deal as it once was. Today you want all-axis turbillion and not just on a plain flat plane. Hour and minute, make them jump or on some other ...
Well, I agree that MRs are also a little easier to create today with the tools and computers we have
Nevertheless, aside of the technical side, there is also the decoration (finishing), size (Patek are usually providing smaller cases), spirit and all the history and experience Patek has acquired that we find in a Minute Repeater. Some complex new display...
You did well!
Patek has released a very interesting and beautiful book about their MR models. The decoration, diversity, fine tunning is something the brand is very famous for. It is not just about producing a design that is duplicable with today's modern tools. The th...
Hi Langeholic, great scenario for us to elaborate on it. Just to clarify, is the MR a...
gift or allocation ? Since the question relates to a repeater function, I would like to have the 5078 because it is a pure bred (only MR function), has an enamel dial, and is bestowed with lovely Roman numerals. Further it contains Patek DNA in terms of u...