Overview of the World Time ref. 542
The ref. 542 HU (“Heures Universelles” - Universal Hours) is one of Patek Philippe 's earliest World Time wristwatch references. It is also one of the most singular and rare , with only 4 examples believed to exist . The very first one as recently been un...
Thank you, K!
When I see how heavily the dial of the newly unearthed example has been restored, my feeling is that platonic is ok for me. The tribute by Reima Koivukoski could more than a platonic dream, though... Best, Emmanuel
Very interesting post! I was unaware of these watches and once again I learn so much from your able research.
Of course, I am drawn to some of the similarities to the VC Evasion World Time, from many decades later.
Thank you so much! Your VC Evasion is among the very best modern heirs to these pioneering watches.
With some of the Andersen Genève, probably. Best, Emmanuel
Fantastic post Emmanuel ! I surmize that you prefer most the
shaped WT 515HU. Correct ?
Yes, Gordon, to me, the 515HU is the most beautiful
of the early WT made by Patek… Simply stunning. Best, Emmanuel
