The Collectability team recently returned from the Autumn Watch Auctions in Geneva, and the seasonal ‘World Cup’ of horological auctions... Read More
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Every now and then a vintage collection of Patek Philippe timepieces comes up for sale at auction that requires a... Read More
‘You never actually own a Patek Philippe’ as the famous tagline states — but Collectability begs to differ with this... Read More
As many collectors will attest, the dial is one of the most valuable parts of a vintage watch. In most... Read More
To anyone with even a passing interest in Patek Philippe, one thing is abundantly clear: If value on the secondary... Read More
There are endless “facts” that people believe as true and are endlessly parroted, copied, and retold until people simply accept... Read More
There is a well-known tag line that states: “Membership has its privileges”. This may well be true for a certain... Read More
In this third and final installment of the history of Patek Philippe and Gondolo & Labouriau, we learn how a... Read More
While we’re constantly on the hunt for rare and unusual watches, we’re also on the hunt to uncover and share... Read More
The retailer Gondolo & Labouriau thrived between the 19th and the 20th century when Rio de Janeiro was the capital... Read More
Have you ever wondered when a Patek Philippe watch you are interested in was made, even if it does not... Read More
In June 2023, I was fortunate to spend three fascinating days at the Patek Philippe Watch Art Exhibition in Tokyo.... Read More