A watchmaker with a rich pedigree, Patek Philippe commands immense respect in the ever-ticking world of horology. Even in 2024, Patek Philippe’s watches are a favourite among celebrities and luxury seekers. But what is the unique selling point of these timepieces?
Well, to answer this question we need to travel back in time.
In 1839, Polish businessman Antony Patek and Franciszek Czapek, a Czech watchmaker, formed a watch-manufacturing company in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. Six years later, Jean-Adrien Philippe joined the duo in their humble workshop. Philippe, an expert watchmaker, changed the world of horology by inventing the keyless winding system.
Patek Philippe knew the secret to blending classic, elegant designs with groundbreaking innovations. As a matter of fact, they were the first watchmaker to introduce the world to a wristwatch with a perpetual calendar (in 1925).
Nearly 200 years of experience in the horology fraternity has morphed Patek Philippe into a master of the trade. Today, they form the holy trinity in the world of horology alongside Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet.
However, the glory of the past is not enough for a brand to sustain in the present, especially in this modern era of technological advancements. The real question is — which Patek Philippe watches are the best to buy in 2024? Read more to find out.
It is important to note that this 2024-specific list covers both men’s and women’s watches made by Patek Philippe along with their prices. So whether you’re looking to purchase one for yourself or your special someone, we have got you covered!
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Which are the best Patek Philippe watches to buy in 2024?
Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5373P
Price: USD 595,070 (SGD 805,010)
Let us kick-start our list of the best Patek Philippe watches to buy in 2024 with a model from their top-of-the-line Grand Complications series. The chronographic-designed timepiece was built for left-handers, and it is unique because of the unusual arrangement of its pushers and displays.
The 38-millimetre dial sports a charcoal grey tone with a black gradient rim and a vertical satin finish. Besides the usual 60-minute counter and the perpetual calendar, the watch dial also has a moon phase window. This dial is encased in a platinum body.
Under the hood, the timepiece has Patek Philippe’s in-house caliber CHR 27-525 PS Q. The manually-wound mechanical movement offers a power reserve of up to 48 hours with each winding. This watch comes with a black calfskin strap embossed with a fabric pattern and is water resistant up to 30 metres.
Patek Philippe 18-carat Rose Gold Diamond
Price: USD 433,630 (SGD 586,615)
A watch with a feminine look, this Patek Philippe offering shares an uncanny resemblance with a piece of jewellery.
The dial of the watch is completely paved with diamonds. However, the dial plate is made of 18-carat rose gold. All the numerals are also applied with gold. The dial has a diameter of 36 millimetres and is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal on top.
This timepiece is powered by the watchmaker’s in-house caliber 324 S. The self-winding mechanical movement is revered in the horology fraternity for its meticulous finishing that can be seen through the sapphire crystal case back. The watch sports a rose gold bracelet and offers water resistance up to 30 metres.
Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 5327G
Price: USD 103,460 (139,960)
There can be no list of the best Patek Phillipe watches in 2024 without a mention of the Perpetual Calendar 5327G. Such is the level of craftsmanship that the watchmaker has exhibited in this elegant yet simple wrist candy.
The royal blue sunburst dial of the watch features day, date, month and leap year indicators along with a moon phase counter at the six o’clock mark. Patek Philippe’s choice of using Breguet numerals applied with white gold is an extension of the watchmaker’s mastery of the art. This 39-millimetre dial comes in a white gold case.
The watch is powered by Patek Philippe’s ultra-thin mechanical self-winding caliber 240 Q. Each winding of this automatic movement offers a power reserve of up to 48 hours. The watch can withstand a depth of 30 metres underwater, and it is fitted with a shiny navy blue, hand-stitched alligator strap with square scales.
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980
Price: USD 78,950 (SGD 106,804)
If we are talking about Patek Philippe, we have to mention the celebrated Nautilus lineup.
A fun trivia: the Nautilus series, along with Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak, was designed by Swiss clockmaker Gérald Genta. It was the ‘Quartz Crisis’ of 1969 that saw the birth of these two lineups.
Coming back to the Nautilus 5980, the watch features an opaline blue-grey dial with a horizontally embossed pattern. The hour markers are applied with white gold and they also bear a luminescent coating. The case of the watch is made of white gold and is water resistant up to 30 metres. In addition, the timepiece comes with a hand-stitched calfskin strap with a blue-grey denim pattern.
The watch is fitted with Patek Philippe’s in-house caliber CH 28-520 C/522. This self-winding mechanical movement offers a power reserve of up to 55 hours.
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990
Price: USD 68,930 (SGD 93,250)
In terms of its looks, the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 is pretty similar to the Nautilus 5980. However, there are a few tweaks.
The timepiece sports a sunburst blue dial with a black gradient rim. The hour markers are applied with white gold and have a luminescent coating for better visibility in the dark. Industry-grade steel is used to craft the case of the watch. The bracelet is also made of steel. In terms of durability, the watch is water resistant up to 30 metres.
Under the hood, the watch houses Patek Philippe’s in-house caliber CH 28-520 C FUS. Each winding of this mechanical movement offers a power reserve of up to 55 hours.
Patek Philippe Gondolo Quartz 4962
Price: USD 40,420 (SGD 54,680)
Known for its unique design, the Patek Philippe Gondolo 4962 is not just a typical watch — it is a pure work of art!
The dial of the timepiece fashions a brown lacquered look with matte and shiny finishes alternated on a floral motif. The watchmaker has chosen to bestow this model with gold-applied Breguet numerals at the 12 o’clock and the six o’clock positions.
The outer case is made of rose gold and is set with 94 spessartines in ‘cognac’ to ‘mandarine’ tones. This timepiece is fitted with a chocolate brown calfskin strap.
Shying away from its typical mechanical movements, Patek Philippe chose to fit the watch with a quartz movement. For the unversed, the quartz movements are more accurate in terms of timekeeping than their mechanical counterparts. The watch offers a water resistance of up to 30 metres. Overall, this model richly deserves its spot on the list of the best Patek Philippe watches to buy in 2024.
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
Price: USD 36,900 (SGD 49,918)
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Golden Ellipse, Patek Philippe came up with a rose gold version of this watch. It combines technological advancements with a timeless design and therefore is one of the best Patek Philippe watches you can get your hands on in 2024.
The ebony black dial of the timepiece sports rose gold applied hour markers. The dial comes in an 18-carat rose gold case with a solid case back. This wrist candy is water resistant up to 30 metres. The highlight of its design is an onyx set on the crown.
The watch is powered by Patek Philippe’s in-house ultra-thin self-winding caliber 240. This mechanical movement offers a power reserve of 48 hours with each winding. The timepiece is fitted with a shiny black, hand-stitched alligator strap with square scales.
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118
Price: USD 32,170 (SGD 43,520)
Yet another Nautilus in our list of the best Patek Philippe watches in 2024, this model is simple yet sharp and fashionable — precisely what Patek Philippe stands for.
The blue opaline dial of the watch is set with white gold applied hour markers. The hands and the markers come with a luminescent coating for better visibility in the dark. The case of the watch is crafted out of industry-grade stainless steel, and so is its bracelet.
Patek Philippe has fitted this Nautilus model with its in-house caliber 26-330, a self-winding mechanical movement. Comprising 212 parts and 30 jewels, each winding of the movement gives a power reserve of up to 45 hours. In addition, the watch can function up to a depth of 30 metres underwater.
Patek Philippe 7200R Calatrava
Price: USD 32,170 (SGD 43,520)
Patek Philippe is often criticised in the horology fraternity for not making enough timepieces with round dials. With the 7200R Calatrava, they have shown why this is not just one of the best Patek Philippe watches in 2024, but one of the finest examples of craftsmanship in the world.
Simple yet elegant, the 7200R Calatrava fashions a silvery-grained dial with rose gold applied Breguet numerals and hands. The 36-millimetre dial is encased in rose gold and comes with a sapphire crystal case back. The watch is water resistant up to 30 metres.
Inside, we can find Patek Philippe’s in-house ultra-thin caliber 240. The self-winding mechanical movement provides a power reserve of up to 48 hours. The watchmaker has fitted the timepiece with a pearly beige alligator strap with square scales.
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5267
Price: USD 22,040 (SGD 29,815)
Rounding off the list of the best Patek Phillipe watches in 2024 is the Aquanaut 5267. Historically, the Aquanaut series has offered some of the most durable timepieces by the watchmaker. This one, too, stays true to its ethos.
The case of the watch is crafted out of steel. A black dial, embossed with the traditional Aquanaut pattern, features white gold applied numerals. The model comes with a fluted bezel set with 48 diamonds.
In terms of durability, the dial is protected by a scratchproof sapphire crystal. Meanwhile, the watch is water resistant up to 30 metres.
Under the hood, the timepiece is powered by Patek Philippe’s in-house caliber E 23-250 S C. The watch is fitted with a black strap made of a composite material.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– Which is the best Patek Philippe watch to buy in 2024?
The Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5372P is arguably the best timepiece by the watchmaker that you can buy in 2024.
