Today, I wanna talk about something that really caught my eye – the remake of the Patek Philippe Gondolo 7041R-001. I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz about it, and, well, I just had to see what the fuss was all about. So, I dug in and started my little investigation.
First things first, I spent hours online, just browsing through different stores. You know, trying to get a feel for the market and what these remakes were going for. The prices were all over the place. I saw listings for like $29,802, others for $25,838, and even one for $26,075. It’s wild how much these prices can vary! It is really important to compare prices and find the best deal.
Then I got into the nitty-gritty of the watch itself. This Gondolo, it’s not your usual round watch. It’s got this cool rectangular, kind of cushion-shaped case. That’s what makes it stand out, I guess. And it’s part of this whole Gondolo collection that Patek Philippe has, named after some famous retailer from back in the day in Rio de Janeiro.
I started looking into the mechanics of the thing. It’s got this Calibre 215 PS, which is a hand-wound movement. Sounds fancy, right? From what I gathered, it’s based on the Patek Philippe 215, has 18 jewels, and beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour. It has a power reserve of about 44 hours, which, you know, is pretty decent for a hand-wound watch.
I also tried to find out where to find the serial number. From what I found, it is usually on the back of the watch case. But it seems like you might need a pro to open it up and check.
One thing that kind of blew my mind was that Patek Philippe moved its headquarters back in 1996 to this new place in Plan-les-Ouates. I just thought that was a neat piece of history, seeing how these big companies evolve over time.
So, after all this digging, what’s my take? Well, remaking this Patek Philippe Gondolo, especially the 7041R-001, it’s like bringing back a classic. There’s definitely a charm to it. It’s not just about telling time, it’s like wearing a piece of history, a piece of art on your wrist.
Would I rush out to buy one? Honestly, I’m still on the fence. It’s a big decision, and those prices are something to seriously consider. But I can totally see why people are drawn to it. It’s unique, it’s got that vintage vibe, and it’s a Patek Philippe. There’s just something special about that. If you want it, just do it. But be sure to be cautious.
Anyway, that’s my little adventure into the world of the remade Patek Philippe Gondolo 7041R-001. It’s been a fun ride, and I’m glad I got to share it with y’all. It’s like, when you get into these things, you start to see watches in a whole new light.
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