A Quick History Of Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe is not just a world renowned watchmaker. The company has a history that dates back to 1839 and has made watches for many of the Royals as well as Popes and well known watch collectors around the world. The company has maintain their level of excellence and incorporated modern technology and materials into the inner mechanisms of their watches.

The most notable modern accomplishment of the company was the Calibre 89. This 150th anniversary watch created in 2989 has 33 complications, or features above the hours, minutes, and seconds found in a timepiece. This watch has toured the world and is an exquisite example of the intricate detail and craftsmanship that goes into making watches.

The Calibre 89 has over 1700 unique moving parts and 24 hands in a watch and weight over three pounds. It is the most complex watch in the world and looks like a large pocket watch. The watch is an intriguing and beautiful work of art. And, is the culmination of hundreds of years of craftsmanship.

The Patek Philippe museum offer an individual an opportunity to see many of the beautiful pieces that have been created since they first started making watches. It is not until one sees the enameled, jeweled, and sculpted timepieces that you realize how much artistry is included in the watches that are made by the artisans in this marvelous company.