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What about custom requests
Your handiwork is impressive Jay! Thank you for sharing the wonderful photos and experience.
I share your passion for the dials crafted by Jerome. Although I have not had the opportunity to meet him, his work has haunted my dreams via photos from the various PP rare handcrafts and adorning the wrists of collectors here. I also echo your sentiments that the typically traditional settings aren't my specific taste; however I would be very interested if they would consider special project requests.It might endear the owner further to the timepiece if he/she had something of significant meaning on the dial.
Seeing how small the numbered editions are, it doesn't seem that far fetched to entertain special requests. I would personally choose my view from home to take with on the wrist, natural and peaceful in the early morning twilight. If only..
Marquetry. Never ceases to amaze me.
For me the greatest of the rare handcraft skills. To see the craftsman in person, to see the process and speak about the steps involved just amazes me every time. Unfortunately the designs and themes chosen by Patek for these dials are too traditional, ol...
Truly amazing.
While the design is not for my taste, and that’s somewhat irrelevant as it’s not my watch, it does not distract in any way from my appreciation of the skill that goes into these dials. It’s my second time seeing this in person and I walk away each time so...
Glad you are sharing your coverage of the show,
What would be a good modern topic for a marquetry dial? It seems perfect for sepia-toned old timey subjects, nature and landscapes. Actually, I have a modern topic! One of the NASA Martian rovers in situ! A perfect sepia-toned modern scene!
I’ve been holding this for 22 years, waiting for your post
First day set Here’s a sepia Martian Rover for your next Patek marquetry watch dial (omit the perforations). Cheers, Cazalea ...
I think we need something like a KAWS Edition!
Thierry would likely have security escort me out of the the building immediately if I ever suggested that though! Maybe KAWS is not the ideal but something along those lines would be interesting. It’s in need of shaking up.
Great reporting Jay ! What examples can you think of for...
contemporary marquetry dials ?
This is a craft that (in my opinion) lends itself more naturally to more classical themes...but contemporary dials could certainly be interesting as well, depending on the topic.
So at this point, let me officially suggest a wood marquetry Boccadasse! THEN my collection would be complete!!
You raised an important point: " What would it be if Patek used these traditional skills to produce something contemporary? ".
I saw marquetry creations from other brands, such as Jaeger Lecoultre, and I was also wondering why they kept such a traditional style for such an art. I admire the Art, the technique, I am less fan of the style. Something more modern would really interes...
I think there are many others whose interest would be significantly greater if the themes were different.
My understanding is they try to limit the dying of the wood, to use natural colours (or nature’s colours) as much as possible. This of course might limit what is possible but sure a more contemporary theme or subject could be imagined while still remainin...
What about custom requests
Your handiwork is impressive Jay! Thank you for sharing the wonderful photos and experience. I share your passion for the dials crafted by Jerome. Although I have not had the opportunity to meet him, his work has haunted my dreams via photos from the vari...
Tbey dont need a younger audience...they make so few
That the waiting list is endless
Good grief!!!! They made less than 5 of the mountain climber
Do u really think they cant sell them? When the older generation dies off the while watch industry will need a rethink...what will survive is things that are unique and mand made
Where did you hear me say “they can’t sell them”？
(The designs) They are boring, old fashioned, they don’t appeal to me. I did essentially say all that. I also said the skill and craftsmanship involved in the production of these pieces is something I really appreciate. So I agree 100% with you that “uniq...
And I reiterate....if you only make 2 ugly designs
You just need 3 people it!!! The astronaut for NY was jaw gaping stuff....does it really need a contemporary feel and 10 000 on a waitlist??? However generally I dont like the designs either and certainly dont want a flower on an enamel peace....but the ...
Sole craftsmanship!
His technique is so amazing and unique. It’s so so difficult and needs special techniques & great patients ...