Yasuharu Abe's Patek Philippe Theory - No. 82 - Abe's carefully selected bargain models

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There are only two months left in 2021. It's getting quite chilly, but how are you all doing?

Our store held the Commit Thanksgiving (CTG) event until yesterday, and many people participated in the daily YouTube live broadcasts, allowing us to spend 10 hot days in stark contrast to the temperature outside. We would like to once again express our gratitude to everyone who has always supported us.

Well, this time I will introduce you to some carefully selected bargain models recommended by me, Abe , from among the Patek Philippe watches in stock at Commit Ginza. Please enjoy until the end.

"Ref.5100G-001"
Millennium Collection 10 DAYS 18KWG
¥5,280,000(tax included)

"Ref.5100J-001"
Millennium Collection 10 DAYS 18KYG
¥3,696,000(tax included)

The "10 Days" was released as a limited edition to commemorate the millennium (2000). Four different case materials were released, with a total of 3,000 pieces released. At the time, it was equipped with the 10-day square movement "Cal.28-20/220," which made a big splash.

 18KYG (yellow gold) x white dial {1,500 pieces}
 18KRG (rose gold) x grey dial {750 pieces}
 18KWG (white gold) x blue dial {450 pieces}
 Platinum × Black dial {300 pieces}

Its unique case design is said to be inspired by the "Ref. 2554" released in the 1950s, and some people call it the "Manta Ray."

Both watches are in good condition and come with solid accessories, so I recommend them. Compared to their peak, they are now selling at a much better price, so I think they are watches worth looking forward to in the future. They are limited edition models, so I don't think many people are wearing them, so it's a good point that you won't see many other people wearing them. I also recommend wearing them with a vintage-style calfskin or suede strap for some fun.

"Ref.5738P-001"
Golden Ellipse Platinum
¥4,785,000(tax included)

The "Ref. 5738P-001" was released in 2008 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Golden Ellipse, and is still on sale today as the current model.

The combination of the first Platinum case and the large size (34.5mm x 39.5mm) may have been a bit surprising for those who are familiar with the Golden Ellipse models, but I think this size is just right now. Also, the combination of the Platinum case and the blue sunburst dial is simply beautiful. The warranty date is July 2018, so this is a watch that can be recommended for its high vintage.

"Ref.5738R-001"
Golden Ellipse 18KRG
¥2,997,500(tax included)

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Golden Ellipse, the new model "Ref. 5738R-001" was released in 2018 with an 18KRG (rose gold) case and black sunburst dial (large size).

This color scheme is extremely cool and exudes a mature sexiness. A feature not seen in previous Golden Ellipses is that the crown is set with a cabochon black onyx, which matches the dial, making this a recommended point. The warranty date is 2021. The manufacturer's warranty period is still remaining, and the watch is in excellent condition.

As an aside, the Golden Ellipse was born in 1968. It is a historic model that has been around for over 50 years. Both of the two watches I introduced are sold in limited numbers both domestically and overseas, and I believe that the condition and price commitment are the "cheapest in the world." I would especially recommend this to anyone looking for a unique watch.

"Ref.5235/50R-001"
Regulator Annual Calendar 18KRG
¥4,999,500(tax included)

The Ref. 5235G-001 is the first "regulator" watch model that Patek Philippe has ever designed. Its successor, the Ref. 5235/50R-001, was released in 2019. The two-tone graphite (dark gray close to black) x ebony black dial has a vertical satin finish, making it a very stylish and cool watch.

The hour and second subdials and calendar window are a clear black, while the indexes, outer scale, calendar display, and hands are white. This contrast improves visibility and makes the watch ideal for everyday use.

The movement "Cal.31-260 REG QA" visible through the skeleton back uses 22K for the rotor and incorporates the technology used in the "Advanced Research" model in the hairspring, anchor, and escape wheel, demonstrating Patek Philippe's special commitment.

The warranty date is January 2021. There is more than one year left on the manufacturer's warranty. Complication models require maintenance costs, so this is a positive point. There are some scratches and scuffs from use, but the case is unpolished and the alligator strap is unused and never worn. Genuine alligator straps are quite expensive, so this is a nice point.

"Ref.5139G-001"
Perpetual calendar 18KWG
¥5,995,000(tax included)

"Ref. 5139G-001" was announced as a new model in 2011 and production ended in 2018.

The distinctive feature of this model is the pyramidal bezel, named "Clou de Paris", which is a unique technique unique to Patek Philippe. Until now, this has often been seen in relatively simple and small models, but the combination with the black dial makes it simply "cool".

The perpetual calendar is a complex mechanism that represents Patek Philippe. The movement that forms the basis of this is the Cal. 240 Q, which has been used since the Ref. 3940. There are countless models equipped with the same movement, and it is a famous machine that is also installed in current models.

The warranty date is August 2016. There are some scratches and scuffs due to use, but the watch has a good, unpolished look. The genuine alligator strap also looks good and shows no signs of use. The box with winding function and booklets including the warranty are still intact.

Because it is a perpetual calendar model, it is not an easy purchase, but considering the market price of [Patek Philippe] in the second-hand market, I think this selling price is a great deal. For reference, the official domestic selling price at the time of discontinuation was over 10 million yen.

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That's all. What do you think?

All of the Patek Philippe watches in stock at Commit are highly recommended in terms of condition and price, but this time I have introduced some models that I would particularly recommend from my own unique perspective.

We hope you will find one of these models that you like.

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