Patek Philippe watch bands come in all materials: suede, alligator leather, metal, and various composites of plastic. There are also differences in colour, pattern and design. Each material has its own beauty and character, and is appreciated for its aesthetic, trendy and fashionable features, which make Patek Philippe watches suitable for a variety of occasions.
Why are Patek Philippe watches so expensive?
Patek Philippe was founded in 1839, is one of the most famous luxury watch brands in the world. Its loyal customers are mostly billionaires, giants and people of the famous and super-rich world.
Patek Philippe’s prices are influenced by their manufacturing procedures. While Rolex uses machines to make their watches, Patek Philippe makes the majority of their timepieces by hand. But it’s not only the method of manufacturing that matters. The majority of Patek Philippe watches have amazing calibers, and many models have a display caseback that allows you to see the movement up close. Each Patek Philippe timepiece is a work of art with technical genius, amazing attention to detail, and flawless finishing.
Patek Philippe also uses precious metals extensively in their watches, with the majority of timepieces available in rose gold, white gold, yellow gold, or platinum. Only a small selection of watches are made of stainless steel. Patek Philippe also intergrates pricey materials into their movements for even more one-of-a-kind pieces, upping their prices.
Patek Philippe timepieces take longer to make because of the manner they are made, resulting in lesser inventory than most other luxury brands. As a result, Patek Philippe timepieces are extremely rare and hence pricey.
3 main materials of Patek Philippe watch bands
Leather Patek Philippe watch bands – Calatrava
The Calatrava Cross has been the company’s logo since 1887. The model was intended to help the company stay afloat during the Great Depression. It has since become one of Patek’s most beloved collections and remains one of the brand’s flagship models to this day. In fact, Patek announced the latest Calatrava reference just a few weeks ago at Watch and Wonders 2021. The success of the Calatrava lies in its simple, clean, and elegant design. It is often referred to as the quintessential dress watch.
Patek Philippe watch leather bands possess elegant beauty, suitable for many ages and fashion styles. Softness and natural beauty are outstanding advantages of genuine leather straps. Wearing the watch leather strap is both light and smooth. There is no feeling of uncomfortability in the hot summer and the movement of the hand is also not affected.
Leather straps are very suitable if you like to change the watch strap frequently because the process of changing the leather strap is quite simple. With one watch, you can change different colored leather straps to match different outfits without spending too much time and money.
Patek Philippe watch bands are mainly made of alligator skin. This is the type of leather that is most sought after because of its unique and strange beauty from its sharp lines and time-tested durability. The pattern of each alligator has its own characteristics, not duplicated, creating a uniqueness for each product.
Alligator skin has high breathability, good insulation, so it is not adversely affected by the outside environment. In addition, alligator skin is also supple, good elasticity, the surface of the skin does not crack when bent or folded. Alligator leather watch straps always have long-term durability, the life of the strap can be up to 5 years if maintained regularly.
Metal Patek Philippe watch band – Nautilus
For most of us, this is the quintessential Patek Philippe watch. The Nautilus (like the Royal Oak) took its inspiration from the nautical environment, specifically a ship’s porthole. The watch’s “ears” are designed to represent the hinges of a porthole. The 3700 was the first Nautilus reference, and it is now a highly collectible and sought-after model.
Metal watch bands are made up of equal sized metal nodes which are connected. The length of the metal chain can be flexibly adjusted by removing or installing additional nodes. The outstanding advantage of the metal band is its high durability, shiny appearance, and is easy to clean.
In particular, the metal Patek Philippe watch band is often accompanied by sparkling stones, becoming a jewelry for successful ladies and gentlemen.The metal band is quite easy to coordinate with other fashion items, suitable for wearing in formal occasions such as weddings, parties, meeting partners, etc.
Rubber Patek Philippe watch band – Aquanaut
Aquanaut first appeared on the market in 1997. The Nautilus, believe it or not, was not selling well at the time, and Patek Philippe sought to respond by releasing a new model. The Aquanaut is clearly inspired by the Nautilus’ design, but it is still a unique timepiece. The Aquanaut is a three-piece sports watch with a screw-down crown and a water resistance of 120 meters. Afterward, Patek Philippe released a second non-limited edition. The so-called “Jumbo” ref. 5065 Aquanaut has a 38-mm steel case and rubber strap. The ref. 5066 came after that, marking the final first-generation Aquanaut. The second generation was released in 2007. It had an even larger 40-mm case, a brand-new caliber, and a different dial, but it still came on a rubber strap.
Rubber Patek Philippe watch bands have the advantages of being flexible, waterproof, and easy to clean. Furthermore, rubber material has a dynamic appearance, so a rubber strap is a good choice whether you’re heading to the gym or doing a deep-sea dive.
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