What Makes Patek Philippe So Expensive?

 


Patek Philippe has been dedicated to the art of classic Genevan watchmaking since 1839. With the help of the company's founders, Antoine Norbert de Patek and Adrien Philippe, watchmakers at Patek Philippe enjoy complete creative independence, allowing them to create, develop and craft timepieces that experts consider as the best in the world. As a result of which it has a rich history of innovation, with over a hundred patents to its name out of which twenty of its patents are extremely significant in the history of watchmaking. Patek Philippe is one of the most coveted watch brands in the world for a variety of reasons.  


Symbol of luxury and heritage  


Patek Philippe has been crafting watches for nearly 180 years and has pioneered several innovative technologies that are being used in horology today, such as the hand-winding two-hand watch, the more advanced perpetual calendar, split-second chronograph and many more. The vast majority of its customers have been kings, queens and nobility from all over the world. Patek Philippe watches are frequently mentioned in hip-hop and rap lyrics, as the watch is seen as a sign of wealth and power. Albert Einstein, Pablo Picasso, Nelson Mandela, Prince Charles of Wales and Queen Elizabeth II are just a few of the famous and historical figures who have owned a Patek Philippe watch. 


Fine Quality and Craftsmanship  


Patek Philippe's production philosophy is quality and fine workmanship, which extends to everything from the watch's external features and technical concept to the performance of each function and the rate accuracy of the timepieces. Moreover, the Patek Philippe Seal was developed in 2008 by Patek Philippe themselves as a promise to perfection. The seal establishes rigid requirements for all the features and components of a watch, as well as its timekeeping accuracy.  


They also provide the world's first-ever lifetime servicing guarantee. It means that any Patek Philippe watch manufactured between 1839 and today can be restored and preserved for the next generation. Some of the most popular watch collections crafted by Patek Philippe with such ingenuity and quality assurance include the Nautilus, Aquanaut, Golden Eclipse, Grand Complications, Calatrava and many more. 

 

Exclusive production  


Another reason for the high demand of these luxurious timepieces is their exclusivity, since only 50,000 watches are produced every year, owning to the fact that their meticulous crafting takes anywhere from nine months for their most basic designs to more than 2 years for one of their sophisticated timepieces. Patek Philippe is known for their dedication to craftsmanship and attention to detail and each aspect of the watch and its movements is meticulously handcrafted.  


Did you know that each Patek Philippe watch is made up of 252 different pieces? After assembling them together, the tops are brushed and decorated while every plate and bridge is bevelled internally and externally. Also, the dials generally go through up to 200 separate operations, which takes between four and six months to finish.  


Popular through the years  


Since its conception in 1839, Patek Philippe has been popular among kings, queens and nobility around the world. Patek Philippe watches more than meets the eye in terms of aesthetic appeal. It's also a demonstration of their mechanical mastery. Their creations outlast fashion trends and always reflect a sense of modern beauty. Patek Philippe has developed its own modest, timeless style, which is a perfect blend of personality and discretion, elegance and individuality. True timepiece classics have been inspired by this style, such as the Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Patek Philippe World Time Ref. 2523, Patek Philippe Ref. 600/1R and more.  


If you’re looking to spice up your watch collection by selling some of the vintage luxury pieces like Patek Philippe, connect with Pre-Owned Time, a trusted watch enthusiast and buyer. They have a team of experts ready to help you at any time of the day or night. Its quick, easy and absolutely worth it.

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