Ibet most people have a watch they’ve convinced themselves they’re going to have one day, no matter how out of reach it might always be. The Patek ref. 5164 has long been my white whale. Like James Stacey, I’m a lover of a versatile GMT, and the Aquanaut is – in my opinion – the […]
Category: Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe Nautilus chronograph 5980
Although its absence from the brand’s lineup may have been brief, the Patek Philippe Nautilus chronograph reference 5980’s presence has been sorely missed in the collection since it was quietly discontinued in early 2024. As part of its Watches and Wonders 2024 novelties, however, Patek Philippe brings this popular chronograph complication back to the Nautilus […]
Patek Philippe 5330G World Time
To a certain type of person, Patek Philippe is world timers and world timers are Patek Philippe. While Patek didn’t invent the complication, it’s become strongly associated with the brand over the decades, in large part because of well-executed references like the new Patek Philippe 5330G World Time. Patek introduced the 5330G at last year’s […]
patek philippe golden ellipse 5738
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of this design, which was conceived with a the timeless golden ratio in mind, Patek is presenting a new rose gold “Jumbo” version with a 34.5mm x 39.5mm case and an ebony black sunburst dial. This new version of the larger format Reference 5738 joins the already existing platinum version […]
Patek Philippe Minute Repeater Split-Seconds Chronograph Perpetual Calendar
Patek Philippe has inaugurated the grand exhibition “Watch Art” Tokyo 2023. The renowned independent family-owned watch manufacture has chosen Japan and Tokyo as the destination for the sixth edition of the exhibition, which follows Dubai in 2012, Munich in 2013, London in 2015, New York in 2017 and Singapore in 2019. From June 10th to […]
Patek Philippe Releases Six New Limited References
Patek Philippe introduced six limited editions, some of them surprisingly colorful, in conjunction with its Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Tokyo over the weekend. The brand also created a complete collection of dome clocks, table clocks, pocket watches and wristwatches celebrating the rare handcrafts, inspired by Japanese culture for the exhibition. The Quadruple Patek Philippe […]
Patek Philippe Grand Complications Split-Seconds Chronograph
Patek Philippe is one of the world’s most prestigious luxury watch brands and buyers have a wide variety of different timepieces to choose from. However, established collections like the Nautilus, Aquanaut, Calatrava and Grand Complications are the most popular and most highly sought after. In this article, we take a closer look at the most […]
Patek Philippe Nautilus
Welcome to Brand Breakdown, a series of comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guides to your favorite companies, with insights and information you won’t find on the average About page. The Patek Philippe Nautilus is one of two watches that introduced the world to the concept of the “luxury sports watch” — a steel timepiece with an integrated […]
Patek Philippe Calatrava
Patek Philippe is introducing an updated Calatrava with a series of primary-colored dial variations. Meet the new Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 6007G, in three different colors: yellow (ref. 6007G-001), red (6007G-010), and blue (6007G-011). It’s similar to the limited-edition 6007A that Patek released back in 2020 to celebrate the opening of its new manufacturer, but […]
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Flyback Chronograph
It’s the year of rose gold for the Aquanaut. Patek has introduced a trio of new models for the Aquanaut, all in rose gold: an Aquanaut Luce Annual Calendar, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Flyback Chronograph , and for good measure, an Aquanaut with 48 diamonds on the bezel. First up is the Aquanaut Chronograph 5968R […]