Unboxing Patek Philippe | A Short Film by The Hour Glass

Almost one hundred years after Patek Philippe was founded in 1839, brothers Charles and Jean Stern acquired the business in 1932, having already made a name for themselves producing watch dials. Soon thereafter introducing the Calatrava, an emblematic range of watches that has been at the core of the collection ever since.
Having recently turned 180 years old, Patek Philippe is the oldest independent family-owned watch manufacturer. Occupying a unique position in an industry of global conglomerates and multi-brand groups. Mr Thierry Stern, the fourth generation of Stern leadership took on the role of Presidency from his father Mr Philippe Stern in 2009. Having worked in numerous departments of Patek Philippe and in various countries, since joining the company in 1994.
With Mr. Thierry Stern at the helm, his father Philippe became honorary president. Shortly thereafter, he presented the Patek Philippe Seal with written and published directives that comprehensively defined the quality of Patek Philippe timepieces. In October 2014, Patek Philippe presented its 175th-anniversary collection. The world had anticipated with excitement at what the manufacture might have in store for the special occasion - and whether or not it could live up to the high standards set by the 150th-anniversary collection. In the special collection were timepieces that included the World-Timer with Moonphase Ref. 5575G and Chiming Jump Hour Ref. 5275P. As stunning as they were, all eyes were, at the time, drawn towards the collection’s crown jewel: the Grandmaster Chime Ref. 5175R - the most complicated and most expensive Patek Philippe wristwatch ever at the time of writing. Suffice to say, the 175th-anniversary collection was a rousing success.
During the opening of the Patek Philippe boutique at ICONSIAM in Bangkok, Thailand, The Hour Glass sat down with Mr Thierry Stern to hear his thoughts on watch collecting and his journey at Patek Philippe thus far.

[@AP-pg5dx]

He’s such a likeable person. You can also see that he truly loves Patek Philippe and the fine art of watchmaking!

[@erniekahn1521]

Yes pls stay Family owned! Best watch in the World!

[@rolandjentsch2003]

I like that Mr. Stern underlines the fact not to have shareholders and to be free do think for decades and not for quarters! Best luck for the brand an the family!

[@100kmp]

More people need to listen to what Mr Stern has just explained, and it's the true passion that makes it amazing.

[@dlhussain81]

Ishmael Bulbulia yes not those buffoons who want one because someone is promoting on instagram or it sells double the retail on secondary market!

[@TheHourGlassOfficial]

Exactly, it's all about passion

[@dlhussain81]

The Hour Glass Official some guy is telling me his 5164A is better than my 5170P because his is going double retail... 😂

[@100kmp]

Is he on mediction?

[@dlhussain81]

Ishmael Bulbulia or maybe needs medication 😂

[@kaypee1972]

I don’t own a PP. But, I have the same glasses Thierry Stern has. So, first step is done.

[@marioguzman4623]

That is the attitude!!! 💪

[@ha165789123]

which is?

[@kaypee1972]

@@ha165789123 it was a Tom Ford, now it’s broken.

[@ChiefComplaintX]

I'm not a collector, but I love the complications, the art! The dedication these artist have to make these time pieces. one day I will own a patek! Oneday.

[@jamieopulence]

Very enjoyable viewing this interview. Patek Philippe is a wonderful brand the breathes principles one can live a life of fulfillment by.

[@iukyanbondaren5310]

I like your world time

[@jamieopulence]

@@iukyanbondaren5310 Cheers 🥂 A cracker of a watch - immensely proud to own it.

[@johnwhite.762]

Yes Mr Stern it's not about the money....time is the most precious commodity we have....So..I'm off to buy a Patek

[@amintaslneto]

The people behind the brand. That's what makes a difference..

[@alexp3752]

Mr. Stern was wise to learn the profession from the ground up. The world is full of people with fancy degrees, but not many possess the skills, knowledge and wisdom of a master watchmaker, later president of one of the world's finest firms.

[@DingDong-tj9ce]

Likes Patek, Bangkok and works with his dad whilst doing youtube videos. This guy is Archie Luxury. Nice one Archie.

[@sunshinesuen6998]

Mr S 😂

[@PROWATCHES]

Thierry articulates the Patek strategy flawlessly

[@scottlalonde2878]

Awesome video from a couple years ago, thank you so much.

[@paulchaplin73]

I remember holding a Patek Calatrava 6119R. I have never held a finer timepiece since, probably never will. Unless one day, maybe I will own one.

[@joshuaashton856]

Absolutely amazing video. I would love a patek

[@wilkinson8707]

He says doesn’t open boutiques. There’s a Patek boutique in London? Is that not owned and run by Patek but by someone else? I’m confused.

[@haihoedamientoh9624]

He made a very good point about letting his partners do the selling instead of setting up their own boutiques and sell direct. This is one area which I think AP might have made a mistake

[@clark2275]

Cool dude

[@Junaid_Patel]

Which watch Thierry stern wearing in this video ?

[@andrebudiman4506]

Is the aquanaut also cant buy in boutique? How much bundling needed?

[@iukyanbondaren5310]

When you ask…you don’t deserve it

[@fabiosilvestre5096]

We call it....Passion...

[@TheHourGlassOfficial]

Agreed!

[@kataotr3816]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@dgb6355]

No collection is complete without a Patek, but go find one in a Boutique if you can. M Stern, please make them a bit more available. Please....

[@dlhussain81]

DG B not true lots of watches in Patek retailers. Just not the hyped up models eg nautilus.

[@locutusdborg126]

No. We want Pateks scarce. They are not for the lower orders. lol

[@dlhussain81]

Locutus D'Borg agreed!

[@wristfulthinking]

If they increase supply of sports models not only will the price of those drop on gray market but also, it would diminsh the brand. They are not a money grabbing market driven sports watch company.

[@iBtally]

If you’re reading this let me tell you, I WILL BUY & OWN A 5711.

[@dominik13579]

If I'd had more money I'd be rich too!

[@markjosephbudgieridgard]

this guy must be a multi billionaire with the absolutely ridiculous prices of their timepieces.... God only knows what profit margins they work to absolutely mind blowing..... I'll stick to invicta automatics.... Guess what they still tell time...

[@Eza_yuta]

👃🏻

[@gusseisern1151]

Amen. Sell me a Nautilus, Phillip and stop Talking BS.

[@ryansleftboot]

Poor fucking description. No unboxing of fuck all.

[@grammarboy1318]

It’s actually a clever play on words. He’s unboxing his philosophy, his company, his strategy. Unboxing Patek Philippe - the company.