Sotheby’s Geneva Sale Generates Over $6 Million
Sotheby’s May 9 Geneva sale saw international collectors out in force, staking their claim both for big brands and, even more noticeably, for rare and historic timepieces. In total, the sale realized $6,338,588, well within pre-sale expectations. 53% of the lots sold achieved prices in excess of high estimate, with sell through rates of 78.4% by lot and 81.8% by value. The evening’s top seller was lot 90, an exceptional three color gold, enamel and split pearl shield form automaton, c.1805-10. Estimated at $360,000-450,000, this small and complex automaton, featuring a shepherdess tending two sheep near a waterfall, excited interest across the globe. Ultimately 5 bidders battled to secure the piece. Together, they drove the final price $690,281. Their enthusiasm was sparked by the fact the automaton ranks among the most impressive pieces ever made by legendary watchmakers Isaac Daniel Piguet and Henri Capt. Like so many of the most accomplished pieces of the period, this ex

Introducing The Patek Philippe Ref. 5396G, Made Exclusively For Tiffany & Co.
There is a rich history shared between Tiffany & Co. and Patek Philippe, and nearly five years ago Patek Philippe opened their first US boutique in the iconic Tiffany & Co. flagship on New York's Fifth Avenue. To celebrate the five year anniversary of this opening, the duo have released a special edition annual calendar, and here we have your first look at this amazing watch.These two companies have been working together for the better part of two centuries, with a formal connection going back to 1851 with the founders of both firms agreeing to work together to promote excellence in their respective fields. You may have even seen so-called Tiffany Dial Patek Philippe watches before, like this 1436 Split-Seconds Chronograph, but they have not been made for quite some time. In 2008, Patek Philippe opened the 3,000-square-foot boutique on the second floor of Tiffany & Co.'s Fifth Avenue flagship store, Patek's first boutique in the United States. In addition to sel

New Nautilus Question
Hey Everyone,I am still working on saving up for a 5726 grey on a bracelet, but have put my name on lists because I will have the money soon enough.Now my question, are the cufflinks included in the purchase price? I have been seeing many get matching cufflinks with their purchase, but it seemed like a free gift, but then I read about the new 5740G and you get the cufflinks with the watch - I know the price difference is huge, but I noticed that on Patek's website, all have cufflinks in the product page:https://.patek/en/collection/...us/5740-1G-001 - has cufflinkshttps://.patek/en/collection/...us/5711-1A-010 - has cufflinkshttps://.patek/en/collection/...us/5726-1A-001 - has cufflinksSo - just wondering if I should be expecting these when I talk to the AD? Or is it just Patek trying to convince me to buy them :)Also - if they are free gifts, do you tell the AD you sort of expect them, especially in these days where full retail is basically the price you pay??

Sell everything....
I love my watches (including my 5070G, 5205R, 1680 Red, Daytona 116520, etc.) but have this crazy idea that has been haunting me since November: Sell everything (or almost everything keeping perhaps a steel Rolex) and acquire a 5970P or 5970G perhaps?What would give you more enjoyment?1. This?IMG_3340.jpgOR2. This?FullSizeRender.jpg

Help Me Decide Which Day-Date
A Yellow Gold Day-Date has been my dream watch for a long time. I’m now ready to buy, but can’t decide between 36mm and 40mm. FYI, I’m not a big guy. (5’8” with 6.75” wrists). My other watch will be a stainless Daytona. Any and all advice appreciated. And I like them both! The 36 seems a little small, but the 40 seems a little large. I kinda like the proportions of the 36 better, but like the face of the 40 better. HelpSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk