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Patek Philippe: a symbol of watchmaking excellence

Owning a Patek Philippe watch means belonging to an exclusive world of excellence and perfection, a feat few manufacturers achieve. A Patek Philippe watch is much more than a timepiece that offers timekeeping functions. It is a philosophy of life, and at the same time a testament to a vast watchmaking heritage.

In the words of the manufacturer, “As guardians of quality and the Patek Philippe spirit, we do everything in our power to continue producing the world's finest watches for this generation and the next.”
The cross of Calatrava

A hallmark of courage and independence: On April 27, 1887, Patek Philippe officially registered the Calatrava Cross as a brand symbol. It is an aesthetically pleasing symbol that perfectly represents Patek Philippe's values ​​and the long-term vision of its corporate philosophy.

This symbol is present on each and every watch, and depending on the model, it is visible on the oscillating weights, the flywheel guards, or even on the crowns and bracelets.

The name Calatrava also gives its name to an entire family of timepieces that represent the pure essence of classicism and a clear sign of elegance.

Ten founding values

From its origins, Patek Philippe established ten values ​​that encapsulate its philosophy of excellence and the very essence of its vocation. All of them identify and define the manufacture. Independence: Patek Philippe can boast of being, from its origins and still today, a manufacture not belonging to any watchmaking group, giving it the freedom to follow its own path. Tradition and innovation: These two values ​​perpetuate the Geneva watchmaking tradition of striving for perfection, while the innovative spirit has resulted in more than 80 patents, twenty of which are of great importance to the history of watchmaking. Quality and Craftsmanship, Exclusivity, Value, Aesthetics, Service, Emotion, and Legacy constitute the other founding values.