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The Last Emperor’s Patek Philippe: History in the Making

Step into history and witness the remarkable journey of Puyi’s wristwatch, an artifact that carries the weight of a bygone era. This iconic timepiece, belonging to the legendary emperor, will soon go under the hammer at Phillips auctioneers, and its story is truly captivating. Georgy Permyakov, Puyi’s Russian translator, was entrusted with preserving the memories […]

Auctions: The ‘Imperial Patek Philippe’ Owned By The Last Emperor Of China Sells For $6.2 Million

Now one of the most expensive watches ever, a closer look at the history and rarity of Puyi's Calatrava 96 "Quantieme Lune."

Christie’s Rare Watches May 2023 Auction Featured a Patek Philippe Nautilus Tiffany Blue, Gérald Genta with Royal Provenance, F.P Journe Resonance, De Bethune and Much More

There were many surprises in the Christie’s Rare Watches auction in Geneva on May 13. Some satisfying, some disappointing. At a preview held by Christie's in late March and early April during the Watches & Wonders show in Geneva, Alexey Kutkovoy was able to see and examine several lots in detail. Here are a few of the results that caught his eye.

Historical Deep Dive: Patek Philippe World Time Ref. 2523J ‘North America’ at Christie’s Hong Kong Spring Auction

Introducing the New Patek Philippe Aquanaut Collection

The New Patek Philippe Calatrava 24-Hour Travel Time Ref. 5224R

Patek Philippe Introduces the Calatrava Pilot Travel Time Chronograph Ref. 5924G

Introducing: The Patek Philippe Calatrava 24-Hour Travel Time 5224R (Live Pics)

A new take on the travel time, now with a 24-hour display.

Introducing: Three New Patek Philippe Aquanauts - Including A Flyback Chronograph And Aquanaut Luce, Both In Rose Gold

The Aquanaut Flyback Chronograph gets the rose gold treatment, and Patek brings the annual calendar to the Aquanaut for the first time. Plus, a third model with a diamond bezel.

Introducing: Patek Philippe’s First Pilot-Style Travel Time Chronograph

The quintessential pilot complication finally hits the Patek lineup for the first time.

Introducing: The Colorful New Patek Philippe Calatrava 6007G

Red, blue, and yellow accents make for a more casual Calatrava.

Watches & Wonders 2023 Starts Monday: Brace Yourself For New Releases From Rolex, Tudor, Patek Philippe, And Dozens More

The team is in Geneva and new watches are in the air.

Auctions: Andy Warhol’s Patek Philippe 2526 (And Six Other Great Pateks) At Sotheby’s

The latest Sotheby's New York sale has a load of perpetual calendar chronographs, modern chronographs, and even pocket watches. So which ones are the best? We've got some ideas.

Buying, Selling, & Collecting: A Collector's Guide To The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711

It's gone but not forgotten. As Patek introduces the successor, we go beyond the hype and into the details of one of the world's most recognizable – and, yes, collectible – watches.

Introducing: Holy Smokes, It's A Tiffany-Blue Patek Philippe Nautilus - The Final Variation Of The 5711

We didn't think this stainless steel Patek could be any more of a grail. Now it's even grail-ier.

Entry Level: The Least-Expensive Patek Philippe On The Market Today: The Aquanaut 5167A

Want a Patek, but don't want to sell your car to pay for it? Find yourself an Aquanaut, if you can. Though you probably can't.

Top 10 Most Popular Articles Of 2022 On Quill & Pad As Read by You: Patek Philippe, Rolex, Tudor, Grand Seiko, (Relatively) Affordable Watches, And More!

As read by you, here are the top ten most viewed articles (plus a bonus one) on Quill & Pad this past year. There are a few favorites and a few surprises. Drum roll, please: in no particular order, our top ten most viewed articles of 2022 were . . .

Interview: Patek Philippe Boss Thierry Stern On Ukraine, Rolex, His Succession Plan, His Personal Collection - And, Yes, The Tiffany Nautilus

A wide-ranging conversation with the titan atop the most storied brand in watchmaking.

Vintage Watches: A 1972 Rolex 'Red' Submariner, A 2000s A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1, And A 1970s Patek Philippe

Last chance to add an expertly curated vintage watch to your collection before the year is over!

Vintage Watches: A 1970s Patek Philippe Ellipse, A 1960s Wakmann Triple-Date Chronograph, And A 1970s Cartier Gondole

A host of hidden gems means we have a vintage watch for everyone on your holiday list this year.

The Two Watch Collection: The Patek Philippe 3940 And The A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph

Only the important stuff. Nothing else.

A Week On The Wrist: The Patek Philippe Aquanaut Reference 5065A

Thanks, it's neo-vintage!

Steal Vs. Splurge: Intergalactic Design From Rado And Patek Philippe

Which watch would you wear on a mission to Mars?

HODINKEE Radio: Chatting About The Latest Releases From Omega And Patek Philippe With Ben Clymer

The Chrono Chime, the 5811G, and a whole bunch more.

Introducing: There's More From Patek Philippe, And It's Complicated

Nautilus not for you? Take a look at these two.

Vintage Watches: A 1994 A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1, A 2013 F.P. Journe Chronomètre Bleu With Full Set, And A 2001 Patek Philippe Aquanaut

The Vintage Team dances into "Neo-Vintage" and beyond in this exceptional Wednesday drop.

In-Depth: Wait, What? Patek Philippe Just Released A Destro Split-Seconds Perpetual Calendar (With Hands In Fire-Engine Red)

Calling all lefties: This is not a drill. Patek just dropped an entirely unexpected complicated calendar.

Introducing: It's Back, In White Gold: The New Patek Philippe Nautilus 5811/1G

Everyone’s been wondering what would replace the infamous 5711, which may be the definitive steel sports watch Now we know. It’s a precious metal for a precious model.

We’re Not Just Getting New Nautiluses, Patek Philippe Unveils New High Complication Chronographs

Patek Philippe Introduces the Perpetual Calendar Monopusher Rattrapante Ref. 5373P “Destro”