Patek Philippe: Minute repeaters – The pinnacle of watchmaking
Quite rightly, collectors revere the Minute repeater or “striking watch” as the nadir of watch making know-how. Initially invented in the 17 th century, these early crude repeaters, often known as “dumb repeaters” were made so that one could tell the time...
Another reference masterclass....
......superb review. I think I see minute repeaters as the epitome of watch complication. When i was at the manufacurer, we had an opportunity to listen to a range of different minute repeaters. It was fascinating to hear how they differed. For example, a...
Very interesting review. I agree with you that Minute Repeaters are the pinnacle of horology.
With a great P and a great H. As Baron said, it is very interesting and always surprising to notice how different they can sound, even in the same reference and metal. A summit of poetry. 3939 for me, please. Best, Nicolas
Thanks a lot Imran for this excellent review
Minute repeater is, by far, my favourite complication. It’s pure poetry for me as it gives another dimension to the time. May I complete your review by the Patek recently sold for Only Watch. Here the link: Best wishes Alkiro
Don't forget Chopard and JLC
Patek repeaters are not all created equal. Sounds like the best is the latest ladies' repeater. Let's not forget Chopard's crystal Full Strike which won this year's GPHG. Not to mention the recent and 'affordable' JLC Cal 942.
Chopard and JLC?
Not sure I understand? This is a review of the Patek Philippe minute repeaters on the Patek Philippe forum?? Jim, not sure I understand?
Seems like he is making a fair challenge to the subject line
Says that Patek's repeaters are the pinnacle of watchmaking - yet Jim is saying that the Chopard is more innovative and sounds better than the Patek repeaters. Which I think many would agree with. I still prefer the classic styling of the Patek myself, bu...
Not sure I understand Alphabeta....
......like i said, i didn't think the purpose of the post was to make a generalised comparison. In fact, Miranda makes no attempt to do so as the post is about demonstrating one manufacturers exposition of a particular complication rather than a compariso...
No I agree, but you didn't understand what he was posting, and I felt I did - thus my comment
In my opinion, despite the Choard being technically superior, I like the 5539 the best, even more than the cathedral pieces. But you said you did not understand and seemed confused, so I simply tried to shed some light. That's all. Take care.
Let me be clear
I provided a link to the video showing a comparison of Patek repeaters. I also made the point that the 'pinnacle' of watch making is a moving target, as other brands innovate. Don't know why you are offended?
What about GP, AP & VC cos I heard some amazing sounds from all of them....
but I think we are off mark here...somehow I feel this wasn't post about who makes best MRs Cordially D
Indeed, a very different discussion...
That I would love to participate in, but it would be sad to derail this fantastic post about Patek MR's! Best Blomman
Sorry
I wasn't trying to argue that Patek or Chopard had the 'best' sounding MR. This is a personal choice based on the acuity of your hearing. I was pointing out that innovation is taking place. Heads Up. The technical standard for the 'pinnacle' is being rais...
Great review Imran, thank you!
A Patek minute repeater would be my holy grail and I am not too fussy - either the 5078G or 7000R from the current collection or the 5029R or 3939 from the past. To be honest, I'd even settle for this 1904 pocket watch in mint condition! Exquisite and rar...
Awesome post! Really appreciate the time and effort
"Nadir" means lowest point. Acme is the pinnacle.
Another truly superb post about not only Patek history but horological history in general
And yes I agree chiming watches are pinnacle of watchmaking. Keep em coming amigo! Cheers D
Dear Miranda,
You spoil us with yet another wonderful post about THE complication, IMO! Big thank you! Please, as a token of my appreciation, let me add a document from 1958 featuring the ref 2524 (among others): Best Blomman ...
Another example from 1959
Even if its a PW, the combination of complications is mindblowing! Best Blomman ...
Very complex a minute repeater , you are right they are the pinnacle in watch making skill.
It was a wonderful read. Thank you. Cheers Geross.
Imran , many thanks for another master class. Much appreciate all the work you put in
This is an area in which I am ignorant and loved your informative post Keep up the great work Julian
What a great review
I never read the history of minute repeaters in such detail, thanks for sharing my friend
Is this a 'pinnacle'?
"Patek's masterpiece movement that took an alleged 8 years of development. A total of 1.366 parts is working in perfect harmony to keep their most complicated wristwatch yet operating. It's functions include a Grande Sonnerie, Petite Sonnerie and minute r...