FabR
[Senior Patek Moderator]
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Three French lighthouses were represented among this year's Rare Handcraft releases: La Jument (Ref. 5089G-120), La Vieille (the one allocated to our friend, -121), and Cassis (-131).
None of these marvels were included in the materials Patek sent me for the initial announcement, so I'm enclosing a picture of the relevant pages from the 2023 Volume with all details... Enjoy! 
FabR
Rare Handcraft 5089G-121
I am humbled and grateful to present this 2023 rare handcraft piece that has now joined my collection. This piece is part of the Lighthouses of France collection, and the image depicts La Vieille during a raging storm. The detail, depth, and color are all...
Oh wow. Very nice!
You're obviously very inspired by this piece! A fortunate watch that has found an adoring home!
Thank you very much, my friend!
With all my excitement also came anticipation, and that part wasn’t easy to pacify! As I’m sure is the case with any of these rare handcrafts, this one absolutely exceeded my expectations. It will be a perpetual honeymoon!
🤩🤩🤩
Wow!! Didn’t even know this was part of the handicrafts collection for 2023!! Amazing dial and they are becoming more and more vivid!! It’s like wearing one of those “crystal balls” where you shake it and it snows. This one creates “waves” instead…😂 Thank...
To my knowledge, the only place this one was spoken of was either at the exhibit or in the 2023 collection book.
And yes, I agree that the dials seem as though they are becoming more vivid as time goes by. It’s really amazing, and I think it’s also a testament to Patek’s support and stewardship of these historic crafts. The detail, the depth, the variety of color - ...
This is the most interesting of the RH pieces I’ve seen 🤩
What a theme…I’d very curious how PP decides on their themes. But this is truly a unique and dynamic piece that looks amazing on you. Thanks for sharing here.
I’m so happy this piece resonates with you, too!
Incredibly high praise. I would also love to learn about how the themes are chosen. Perhaps someone in our community can enlighten us. Thank you so much for your kind words, ArmisT. You certainly gave me more reason to smile.
What a beautiful Calatrava RH !
Congratulations and thank you for sharing this masterpiece
Thank you very much Horology75.
Sharing it is my pleasure, and I greatly appreciate your kind words.
Huge congratulations on getting this lively looking piece !
This action motif comes alive ! When I saw photos of it when it was released, I was taken aback (in a good way) by how realistic the motif was. Seeing your wrist shot simply brings a big smile to me 👍 The enamel work is fabulous on your dial. Enjoy starin...
Thank you very much sir!
As you describe, the action is captured so well. Yes it’s detailed, but it also conveys the raw power of the scene so well. You can almost feel it and hear it. It absolutely captivated me when I saw it. The smile hasn’t left my face yet, and I don’t think...
So happy that you are deeply poisoned with enamel motifs ! Do you have
others similar to it ? Yours truly, Enamel Addict/Slave
This one I saw on Instagram also caught my eye as a colorful theme…
but I don’t know what series this represents. Still, BMR’s stormy lighthouse really moves me. ...
Seriously?! Is this part of a thematic series of pieces as well…
or a one off? Beautiful colors and landscape.
Thank you, Fab! I sincerely appreciate the official write ups/details…
and more so your always dedicated efforts and expertise as PP moderator.👏🏽 This particular series is as much unique as it is educational to me, so I’m glad I caught a glimpse courtesy of Wahlberg.
Poisoned indeed.
This one is the third enamel piece for me now, but the other two are quite different subjects. I can easily see how one could pursue pieces purely made in this craft, so I understand your infatuation totally. I fear I may be headed down a similar road. Th...
I am truly happy for you!
Many congratulations ! It looks simply amazing. I wasn't lucky this year but glad to share the joy with everyone who has been lucky. Enjoy !
Thank you Wellingtonian!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I will be rooting for you when and if you decide to pursue one again!
Thank you!
Was disappointed when I heard the bad news. I’m down but not out. Will go again next year. Good things happen to those who wait they say 😂
Three French lighthouses were represented among this year's Rare Handcraft releases: La Jument (Ref. 5089G-120), La Vieille (the one allocated to our friend, -121), and Cassis (-131).
None of these marvels were included in the materials Patek sent me for the initial announcement, so I'm enclosing a picture of the relevant pages from the 2023 Volume with all details... Enjoy! FabR ...
You are correct.
I wasn’t familiar with the term, but it certainly seems to be accurate. Thank you, sir.
Huge congrats! Enjoy in the best of health!
Very nice Brad, I had that one on my list as well. Was fortunate to be allocated another and will post upon receipt.
Thank you very much, my friend!
I’m glad to know I was in good company . I am excited to see your incoming piece, as well! I have no doubt it will be very special!
WOW!!!
This one from the rice fields series is spectacular! Aside from the special combination of guilloché and cloisonné, the variation of enamel coloring is simply beautiful! Massive congratulations, my friend, and wear it in the best of health!
Better would be to get them together!
So we can each enjoy them both! Cheers, my friend, and congratulations again.
Thank you.
I am located in the Midwest primarily and Las Vegas and the northeast secondarily. Let me know if you ever get to those places. Seems like everyone goes LV. Stay well my friend.
Thank you Dauster!
I’m from the States actually. Having grown up around boats most of my life, I’ve just always been enamored by lighthouses.
Amazing. I admire these pieces hugely.
That’s a great one you got. Huge congratulations. I understand your happiness.
Thank you very much, Christian.
I’m happy to hear you appreciate it. I do think they are very special indeed. Cheers, sir.
Thank you very much, Russell!
And the same to you on your stunning 1948 Nations Grand Prix! It features prominently (as it should) in the most recent copy of the PP magazine.
Massive congrats
This is a most stunning piece I must say! What a joy it must be for you to own and wear!
Thank you very much, Keks.
I feel very fortunate and grateful to add such a beautiful piece to my humble collection. I wore it proudly on a date with my wife the other night. The only problem was I kept looking down at the watch
