Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe – The most prestigious watch brand in the world

Patek Philippe was founded in 1839 in Geneva by Antoni Patek and Adrien Philippe. The brand is universally regarded as the pinnacle of watchmaking — a position confirmed not only by connoisseurs but also by the astronomical auction prices for Patek Philippe watches. In 1999, the brand introduced the famous advertising concept: you never really own a Patek Philippe; you merely look after it for the next generation. A philosophy that perfectly encapsulates the essence of the brand.

Over the years, Patek Philippe has delivered an impressive list of technical innovations: the perpetual calendar movement, the split-second chronograph, the world time indicator, and the Gyromax balance are just a few of the more than a hundred patented inventions. The most complicated watch ever made, the Calibre 89, was created by Patek Philippe in 1989 to celebrate its 150th anniversary and contains 33 complications.

Iconic collections such as the Calatrava, the Nautilus, and the Aquanaut are the most sought-after timepieces on the market — Nautilus models regularly fetch multiples of their catalogue price at auctions. Patek Philippe remains fully owned by the Stern family and consciously produces only a limited number of watches each year to maintain exclusivity. Discover the world of the most renowned Swiss watch brand at Winkelstraat.nl.