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Sea Inspired Patek Philippe Collections

invishield — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:28:59 +0000

PROLOGUE

Unknown to many, Patek Philippe has three sea-inspired collection of their watches. The iconic Nautilus collections has been a staple for any watch enthusiast and avid collectors. Following Nautilus is the commonly seen Aquanaut collections, featuring the favorite Travel Time for frequent fliers and travelers. Then lastly, the lesser known collection of Neptune, oblong-shaped dial watches unlike the octagonal cushion of the aforementioned collections. Let us get to know each of the collections.

NAUTILUS

Back in the 1970’s, Patek Philippe cope with the needs of having luxury sports watch model to compete against Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak (launched in 1972) and turned to Gerald Genta to design the Nautilus. Dubbed in 1976, Nautilus became a hit of ultra luxury steel sport watches.

Taking the inspiration of ship’s porthole, this piece comes in an oversized 42mm cushion-shaped case, Genta’s signature rounded octagon shape, and a pair of “ears” that mimic the window hinges. The dial originally comes in a deep marine blue, horizontal grooves, date window, and applied stick hour marker.

As the modern days most desirable Patek Philippe’s model, this piece has come in different variations. Different dial color configurations such as Olive Green (picture here) and Tiffany Blue dial with stamped Tiffany & Co logo has been sought after by many. More complications were added and gave birth to several models such as 5712 and 5980, also pictured here. Patek even added different materials configurations other than steel such as rosegold, white gold, platinum, and mixed metals.

Our workshop was lucky enough to get a hands on of Nautilus’s 40th anniversary edition that was launched in 2016. The oversized watch comes in 44mm white gold case, deep marine blue with horizontal grooves, chronograph marker, baguette diamonds hour marker, and specially embossed anniversary signature.

AQUANAUT

Born at the end of 1990’s, the Aquanaut was born to answer the Dot-com Boom where many young adults had excess dispensable budget and desired modern luxury watches to fulfill their desire. Its case was rounded octagon similar to that of Nautilus (minus the “ear”-like piece) and equipped rubber strap for a more modern looks made using new composite material that is ultra-resistant to wear, salt water, and UV radiation.

First introduced as reference 5060A, the dial features Arabic numerals, date window, and the signature guilloche pattern that resembles the gridlines in a globe ball. But, the most iconic and sought after model is the Travel Time dial.

Pictured here the reference 5161A-014 Singapore Edition. Released in 2019 for Patek Philippe’s Grand Exhibition in Singapore, this lovely Aquanaut got a red upgrade. The classic Aquanaut measuring 40mm in diameter is paired with a rubber strap in striking red color with time-and-day display powered by caliber 324 SC. Limited to 500 pcs worldwide, this piece does set the bar for any timepiece with Singapore’s signature color.

NEPTUNE

First introduced in 1996, the watch that named after the Roman God of Sea sailed into the scene for almost two decades before discontinued in mid-2000’s. The specimen shown here is not the first model to be introduced, but a more popularly know Neptune. Reference 5085/1A was what made the Neptune stands out.

The 37mm round case of this sports watch with 10mm thickness provides versatility as a dress watch as well. The integrated fish-scale-like bracelet is what sets this watch apart. On hand, it is surprisingly comfortable to wear. The dial bears the resemblance of 5712 by replacing the applied stick hour marker with Arabic number in a circular manner.

Boasting 48 hours of power reserve run by Patek Philippe caliber 240 PS, this timepiece is a true beauty. Decorated with 22k gold micro-rotor and 21,600 beats per hour movement in a very slim case makes this piece a luxury sport watch that you don’t get to see every day.

EPILOGUE

Patek Philippe’s watches does lives up to it’s expectation as part of the “Swiss Holy Trinity”. These sea-inspired watches proves how Patek thrives as manufacturer of high-end wearable art piece. As such, there are demands for protection of these watches so that they can maintain their elegance and beauty overtime.

Rarer models might find it difficult to look for protections, but our 3D Pro-Tech Protection Film got you covered. Using our 3D scan technology, we can provide bespoke protection for any models of watches to cater for your needs. As seen on watches pictured in this post, there is no watch that we can’t protect.

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Caring for Mechanical Watch – Part 2

invishield — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 03:21:31 +0000

Welcome back to Invistory! If you’re reading this article, it means you’ve already read Part 1 of our Caring for Mechanical Watch Invistory post. If you haven’t, please do check out our previous post.

In today’s article, we will deliver further into another set of tips to guide you on how to take care of your mechanical watch. This time, the tips will focus more on the technical aspects.

Avoid changing the day and date between 9 and 3. It may seem odd, but there’s a solid reason behind it. The transition mechanism for changing the day and date occurs between these hours. Changing them during this time might disrupt the mechanism.
Refrain from operating the watch crown while the watch is on your wrist. Whether it’s adjusting the time or changing the day and date, these actions can potentially damage the crown stem, causing it to bend. This happens because applying equal pressure to the crown while it’s on your wrist can be challenging. Always take your watch off before operating the crown.
Regularly maintain your watch. Mechanical watches require periodic calibration and overhaul. Typically, it is recommended to have your watch checked every 2-3 years to ensure optimal performance.
Be cautious around water, even if your watch claims to be water-resistant up to 100 meters. There might be instances where you forget to properly close the screw-down crown or realize that the seal on your vintage mechanical watch has worn out.
Avoid keeping the stopwatch hand running continuously. While it’s a useful feature in chronograph watches, it significantly drains the power reserve. Chronograph movements tend to be heavier than regular automatic mechanical movements, and leaving them running continuously can accelerate wear on the mechanical parts. Only activate the stopwatch when necessary.
Lastly, keep your watch clean. This simple advice is often overlooked. Fingerprints, dirt, and moisture can accumulate on your watch, making it appear dull and unattractive. By using a non-abrasive cloth, such as an eyewear cloth, you can easily keep your watch looking fresh and clean. Alternatively, you can protect your watch with Invishield’s 3D Pro-Tech Protection Film. Our film offers maximum protection with self-healing technology, effortless cleaning with a simple swipe, and a lifetime warranty.

These tips will help you maximize the care and protection of your watch. While it may seem daunting at first, we hope this post will assist you in embarking on your mechanical watch collecting journey or enhancing your knowledge about mechanical watches. Stay tuned for more informative blog posts in the future.

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Caring for Mechanical Watch – Part 1

invishield — Wed, 24 May 2023 06:29:31 +0000

Buying a mechanical watch might be challenging for some people, especially when it comes to maintenance, particularly if the watch holds significant value. However, the process is actually easier than most people think. Let’s break it down step by step in today’s Invistory article.

Keep your mechanical watches “alive”. It’s okay to let your watch “die” for a day or two, but leaving it for weeks or months would spell disaster. The reason is simple. Your watch is made of gears and springs. If left unmoved for a period of time would cause them to get “jammed” and/or not operate how it is supposed to be. Hence, wearing your watch interchangeably or keeping it in an automatic winder can be your solutions.

Don’t overwound your hand wound mechanical watches. You would feel the winding movement gets heavier, thus it is a sign to stop. Some manufacturers put a “break” when the mainspring has been fully wound. Do not force it or you will destroy the whole mechanism.
Don’t put your watches near magnets, especially for automatic watches. TV, computers, gadget covers, speakers and laptops are some of the daily items that produce magnetic fields. These magnetic fields cause disturbance to the whole mechanism as most of the gears are made of ferromagnetic materials.
Don’t wear it while doing heavy sports. Golf, tennis, basketball to name a few. The balance wheel is the most sensitive and fragile part that is heavily impacted by these sports. Unless you’re the ultra rich that just throw away your broken watches, then refrain from doing any heavy sports with your mechanical watches.
Don’t drop your watch. Simple advice but very hard to implement. Place your watch in a safe area, away from any edges and toddlers. We never know what kind of bad luck that might hit on us. No need for explanation on this one.
Protect your watch with protection film. This one is a no brainer. Applying protection film to your watch reduces the risk of scratches and dents from any contact with rough surfaces such as your desk, your nail, and your clothes. Yes, clothes! Some clothes have rough fibres and can cause hairline scratches like denim or jeans. Worry not, Invishield’s 3D Pro-Tech Protection Film can protect any type of watches packed with self-healing technology and lifetime warranty.

See, caring for your watch is not that hard. We will discuss more in part 2 of this article. In the meantime, you can try to implement these simple tips for your watch.

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Watch Designer : Emmanuel Gueit

invishield — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 04:04:26 +0000

Royal Oak Offshore, a signature model that was based on AP’s Royal Oak silhouette, was originally meant for Royal Oak 20th anniversary model. Unknown to many, the ROO was designed by a 22 years old designer.

It was Emmanuel Gueit, the young Swiss Designer that gave birth to one of the most influential, yet at the same time controversial, watch revamp of the 20th century. Watch brands often re-imagined their historically important models and re-introduced them to the current market with little-to-no changes at all, occasionally with a more “modern” touch or function.

At that time, Gueit was approached by Stephen Urquhart, the former CEO of AP. The brief was simple,to create a 20th anniversary model for Royal Oak and something that young men would want to wear. Gueit was bold. He was young and had nothing to lose. That specific mindset that led him to the birth of Offshore.

The Royal Oak was originally designed by Gerald Genta. In respect to the original designer, Gueit kept the core octagon-ish signature design language of Genta. To make it more appealing to the younger audience, Gueit added some bold makeovers.

Thicker case and bracelet alongside colourful thin layer of rubber on some parts, that includes the crown and pushers. Although the proposal looks strong and easily approved, the prototype was not so much.

The higher ups thought that the watch was too big and much larger that anything that AP had made. It was not until Gueit threw his friend’s Sea-Dweller (ref. 16600) to the table and say “If Rolex can sell this, we can sell the Offshore!” that later convinced the higher ups. Thus, it gave the birth of ROO when its first presented at the 1993 Basel Watch Fair.

Later on, Gueit also collaborated with Rolex and gave birth to the Cellini collection which debuted in 2014. Today, Gueit is currently working to revive Ikepod, a brand that was created by Marc Newson and was a fan-favourite in the 1990s.

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