Patek Philippe carries he stamp of excellence

It is not hard to understand why Patek Philippe was honored with the Geneva Seal. For starters, each and every part used in the manufacturing process is subjected to about 600 hours of quality control. The final timepiece itself is subjected to severe testing and observation that could last for as long as 30 days.

Patek Philippe also believes in innovation, and has set up a large research and development department whose job is to continue to come up with better products. This department has been delivering path-breaking results since the nineteenth century.

Its most famous innovation was the concept of a keyless watch that it developed in 1845; this was a major breakthrough in the world of horology. In fact the house of Patek Philippe has been granted over 70 patents for its unique innovations over the years. The most recent example is its watch masterpiece, the Star Caliber 2000, which has won the company six patents.

Patek Philippe does not restrict its research and development work to mechanical excellence alone. It also lays great stress on innovative artistry by incorporating such features (‘complications’) as Annual Calendars, second time zones and World Time displays.