Awards Presented in Patek Philippe Artisanship and Precision Competition
On April 14 and 15 this year, 18 students from six Swiss watchmaking schools took part in the second Patek Philippe Artisanship and Precision Competition. The winners were honored on May 28, 2011, during a celebration at the Patek Philippe Museum in the presence of Patek Philippe President Thierry Stern as well as Robert Anguenot and Daniel Rochat. The competition affirms Patek Philippe’s intention to build solid, long-lasting partnerships with Swiss watchmaking schools. The idea behind the competition originates from a joint initiative involving staff members of the Patek Philippe departments for watch manufacturing, international customer support, human resources, sales & marketing, and administration as well as of the Patek Philippe Museum.A Competition to Discover New Watchmaking TalentThe competition is part of a training initiative and its theme reflects Patek Philippe’s fundamental values of artisanship and precision, as reflected in the requirements of the Patek

Openworked 15407 in Steel Boutique Only?
Hi,I've put a deposit with the boutique for this watch; but now wondering if I can source if outside of the boutique? Also, does the boutique ever give any discounts? I've always sourced my watches outside but thought I'd go boutique for this one for faster access.What do you think?Cheers.

Leather strap for SMP?
Hey guysDoes anyone know where I can get a blue leather omega strap and buckle for my smp? I've done some searching but have come up with almost nothing. Any info is greatly appreciated!

Patek Innovation
I wonder why PP does not strive to create new movements. Two ideas which occur to me is replace the 5196 line and come out with a full size movement to case which incorporates a power reserve and 72 hour autonomy. They could also offer this model for purists who prefer not to have the power reserve. Second, for whatever reason the 5170 line has been a disaster. Why not build a dress watch which has the third 12 hour dial and maybe a power reserve or automatic movement. These are main line offerings which could boost interest if improved upon.

Patek History
Hello TRF!,It has been a while since I've posted on here. Have to get back into the habit!I wondered if you all may be able to help me with a question. A friend of mine inherited a PP 3800 from his grandfather but was never told the value of the watch. he didn't realize what he had until it stopped working and he had to send it in for a rather expensive service, via his local AD, around 4 years ago.He did not wear it much after that, but when he thought of selling it he took it out of the drawer and it wasn't working again. Sent it back to Patek via the AD and did another full service. Not being a watch person, he's ready to get rid of it due to the service expense.I am considering buying the watch from him but thought it would be interesting to have the history of the watch. I have heard stories where Patek was able to dig into their archives and pull old papers from the watch, where it was purchased, service history, etc. Thought it would be neat to have all of that on a vintage piec