Patek Sky Moon Tourbillon Brings $1.2 Million at Patrizzi Auction
A Patek Philippe Sky Moon Tourbillon in yellow gold, Ref. 5002, sold for $1.2 million at the Patrizzi & Co. auction in New York on October 7. This is the highest price paid for a wristwatch at auction since the beginning of the recession. The watch was purchased by a customer in Europe. CEO Osvaldo Patrizzi said “In the current global recession, this $1.2 million sale result is extraordinary. This auction demonstrates that while demand for mid-level watches for collectors is softening, extraordinary, very rare, limited-edition pieces are still in demand and in some occasions increasing in value.” Mr. Patrizzi also noted that aside from the Sky Moon Tourbillon going to Europe, the other top pieces in the sale went to bidders in Taiwan, Hong Kong and China. The second highest price was brought by a Patek Philippe Commemorative Minute Repeater, Ref. 5079-010, originally sold December 1, 2004. The yellow gold piece was produced in a limited series of 5 examples for the 50th

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Perfect Trio for the start of the weekend
Hope you guys are having a great night... Let me see how you guys unwind AP style!

Is this Ranchero original?
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How good is Omega servicing in UK now?
I love Omega watches especially the Speedmasters from the 60s and 70s. However, my experience, up until about 5 years ago, of the quality of servicing in the UK and even Bienne, of the vintage models left a lot to be desired. I was wondering if things have improved now for both vintage and modern Omegas?