FabR
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Thanks my friend, same to you🥂 Cheers from my 5177G-051 (the gorgeous Pichon Baron winery in Bordeaux, France, from the 2025 RHC)!❤️
He passed away?
He passed away? How sad. He had a very distinguished career. I didn't see any news nor announcement yet. This is the first I've heard of this. What a surprise.
Sad news. Condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.
In such circumstances, the Minute Repeater alarm ref. 1938P-001 takes on its full meaning. Best, Emmanuel ...
R.I.P. Mr. Stern.
Under his leadership Patek created the most beautiful masterpieces.
RIP Monsieur Stern!
It is a shockwave and a profound sense of emotion that are sweeping through the world of high watchmaking today. We owe you a lot, merci Monsieur Stern!
RIP Mr. Stern
Captained Patek Philippe through rough waters and into wildly successful times, all while remaining independent.
How sad.
The world and Patek Philippe is a much more sad place today. RIP sir you will always be remembered for all your great achievements and making Patek Philippe what it is today. 😞😞. M.
I’m very sorry to hear this.
It seems he was an extraordinary man. My condolences to his family and friends. Jon
The loss of an icon. A force.
A game changer. A gentleman. His influence will live on forever. We are grateful for him. Rest easy Mr. Stern.
The worlds of art and mechanical horology have lost a true giant, my friends.
None of the watches I treasure the most would have been possible without Philippe's pivotal role in these two important areas of human knowledge, and I'll forever be grateful for his generosity and visionary commitment!🙏 Thanks for this fitting tribute, I...
Dear Fabrizio, I had a big smile on my face when I saw you posting.
I hope you are doing well. And huge congrats on your new RH. All the best, Volker
Always thankful for these allocations....which have acquired an even higher meaning during the past couple days🙏
Bonus picture with a 5089G sibling from an event (2024 vs. 2025, but delivered the same year) Have a great evening 🥂 ...
Very sad news.
RIP, sir Thank you for your inspiration and the amazing timepieces that you helped create. My condolences to his family and friends.
RIP Stern Sr.
A wonderful legacy of outstanding creations and a man with such love for the highest standards of watchmaking. Mr Stern and his co-workers relentless pursuit of excellence in their craft is truly admirable and their creations have brought a huge amount of...