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quattro100 · 2 November 2022, 01:58 PM

Hi all, very excited to visit the Geneva patek museum finally next week. Will only be in Geneva for 2 days, any vintage watch shop I should visit? Wondering if I can score some interesting older Patel’s. Any tips to make the most out of the visit? Thanks!

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FloridaBill · 2 November 2022, 03:14 PM

that is on my bucket list

Nicof · 2 November 2022, 03:39 PM

Ponti in Geneva is a great store to visit. Always has an amazing selection of watches.

In Zurich Beyer is definitely worth stopping by.

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GeraldGentaFan · 2 November 2022, 05:14 PM

The Beyer museum is indeed a must see. Beyer is the oldest watch store in the world but main focus is Patek/Rolex AD.

For vintage, the best dealer in Zurich is rareandfine.com but on appointment only. No walk-in store.

gruen · 2 November 2022, 06:16 PM

Hi,

you will need at least five to six hours for the PP museum tour. I was there last week. It‘s incredible. You should also visit the PP Salon. All major Brands have flagship stores in Geneva, but only PP has all current models on display.

The Beyer Museum in Zurich is also worth a visit.

quattro100 · 3 November 2022, 12:45 AM

Thank you all for the great suggestions. Arrange to see the salon and the museum guides tour as well as checking out the local shops. Let see what gems might be out there!

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QuelleHeureEstIl · 3 November 2022, 02:26 AM

In Geneva: There is no jaw dropping vintage shops honestly... Lot of greys, boutiques, flippers, etc.

I would advice:

- the PP museum
- the salon to try a current collection model
- the MAD gallery (https://www.madgallery.net/geneva/en ). They have an amazing collection of clocks, objects around time. It belongs to MB&F but they sells amazing pieces like l'epee or modern creator.

There is an event next week (https://www.reluxuryevent.com).

If you can, I would visit some museum in the Canton of Neuchatel or AP. They even have ateliers, private tours, etc. Worth the money! (AP Masterclass are unfortunately sold out.)

https://www.museeatelier-audemarspig...m/en/home.html
https://espacehorloger.ch/

JC180 · 3 November 2022, 04:01 AM

I was at the museum a couple of weeks back (and the factory, mind still blown) but would like to revisit and spend more time there as it was a guided tour of 45mins per floor (just first and second) and I have a strong feeling there is so much more to see, it's a sheer watchlovers delight!

DavidSB · 3 November 2022, 06:58 AM

As another said don't miss the small but impressive Beyer museum on the Bahnfoffstrasse in Zurich. Last month the museum opened at 2:00

lenversducadran · 3 November 2022, 08:26 AM

Hello,

I believe the others told you pretty much what to do in Geneva. Visit the MAD Gallery, Patek Salon (try to ask if you can visit the 4th floor for VIP clients, you have an amazing view from there) & museum. There are plenty of watch shops (Bucherer, Gubelin, Les Ambassadeurs etc...).

Regarding vintage I would suggest you to visit Ponti in Geneva, you can set an appointment and visit their shop (they have a lot of watches and other cool stuff to see/try on).

Enjoy our nice city and feel free to reach out if you need other recommendation!

quattro100 · 3 November 2022, 08:54 PM

Thanks guys. Packing everything now and see if I can hit them all in 1.5 days. Trip started with the good old 5711!

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bengoshi76 · 4 November 2022, 07:05 AM

In Zurich you shouldn‘t miss Faktor Zeit (in Gassen) as well as Gerber Fine Timepieces (Rämistrasse). Geneva you should also pay visit to the Kings of Speedmasters (Davidoff Brothers). Enjoy your trip and safe travels.

Nicof · 4 November 2022, 07:13 AM

Btw over the next few days there’s a luxury goods show in Geneva that several vintage watch dealers will be attending. It’s called reluxury I believe and is held in one of the hotels in town.

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rcps.chung · 4 November 2022, 11:28 AM

Enjoy your trip!

Apheaven · 5 November 2022, 02:13 PM

Perfect trip! Hope you have an amazing time!!! Pictures or it did not happen

selfishly my way of forcing you to take some pictures for all of us to enjoy.

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quattro100 · 6 November 2022, 01:46 AM

Will report back :)

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Ichiran · 6 November 2022, 01:52 AM

Have a great and safe trip!

descartes · 8 November 2022, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bengoshi76

In Zurich you shouldn‘t miss Faktor Zeit (in Gassen) as well as Gerber Fine Timepieces (Rämistrasse). Geneva you should also pay visit to the Kings of Speedmasters (Davidoff Brothers). Enjoy your trip and safe travels.

Agree with this. Was there last week and Faktor had no Pateks but several other nice pieces. I did not go into Gerber but there was a cool Heuer in their minimalist window.

Also on the same street is Greenwich MT, but they generally have more mid pieces (eg Omega) and maybe an occasional calatrva.

Honestly Zurich isn’t great for vintage.

quattro100 · 10 November 2022, 07:46 AM

Hey guys, due to the last min changes, only got a few hours at Geneva and missed Zurich. Had the chance to experience the patek salon and museum private tour, it was one of the best experience I could dream of as a watch lover! Will write a longer feedback once back home but thank you everyone for your suggestion! I look forward to to come back with longer stay next time!

Also got a small little surprise from the salon. Not a watch but something I was looking for for a while! Lovely SA lady who took the time to show us around!

Here is a few pics for preview first!

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JC180 · 10 November 2022, 09:08 AM

What did you get? A pair of cufflinks?

Ichiran · 10 November 2022, 09:27 AM

Thanks for showing the unicorn 5531. That's an utterly desirable watch.

scurfa · 10 November 2022, 05:12 PM

Many thanks that is my favourite watch and I would love to see one in person.

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Hayato · 11 November 2022, 01:59 PM

Wow 5531R!

An ultimate dream watch!

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Hayato · 11 November 2022, 02:08 PM

Wow 5531R!

This is my ultimate dream watch

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quattro100 · 12 November 2022, 02:33 AM

Thank you all again! So much fun! Yes I got the matching cuff with the 5711. Felt a bit more special coming from the Geneva salon :)

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scurfa · 12 November 2022, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by quattro100

Hey guys, due to the last min changes, only got a few hours at Geneva and missed Zurich. Had the chance to experience the patek salon and museum private tour, it was one of the best experience I could dream of as a watch lover! Will write a longer feedback once back home but thank you everyone for your suggestion! I look forward to to come back with longer stay next time!

Also got a small little surprise from the salon. Not a watch but something I was looking for for a while! Lovely SA lady who took the time to show us around!

Here is a few pics for preview first!

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Was the world time available to look at? I might pop over in January

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quattro100 · 12 November 2022, 05:24 PM

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Was the world time available to look at? I might pop over in January

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Yes pretty much all the in production units! Enjoy

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vtwinrulez · 12 November 2022, 10:50 PM

I have looked at quite a few vintage watches at Beyer. I found them in all cases completely overpriced.

DK7 · 25 November 2022, 06:22 PM

That 5531 looks amazing!!
Does anyone know more about a possible allocation?
You probably have to buy the complete Patek range first ;)

2 November 2022, 01:58 PM	#1
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Vintage patek in Zurich/Geneva Hi all, very excited to visit the Geneva patek museum finally next week. Will only be in Geneva for 2 days, any vintage watch shop I should visit? Wondering if I can score some interesting older Patel’s. Any tips to make the most out of the visit? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 November 2022, 04:01 AM	#8
JC180 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jacob Location: UK Watch: BLNR, BLRO, LV, SD Posts: 355	I was at the museum a couple of weeks back (and the factory, mind still blown) but would like to revisit and spend more time there as it was a guided tour of 45mins per floor (just first and second) and I have a strong feeling there is so much more to see, it's a sheer watchlovers delight! __________________ RG CHNR, SD4K, LV, BLRO, BLNR, SkyD

10 November 2022, 05:12 PM	#22
scurfa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sunderland Posts: 1,257	Many thanks that is my favourite watch and I would love to see one in person. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram @scurfawatches

2 November 2022, 03:14 PM	#2
FloridaBill "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Bill Location: Florida Watch: Patek and Rolex Posts: 241	that is on my bucket list

2 November 2022, 03:39 PM	#3
Nicof "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: New York Posts: 132	Ponti in Geneva is a great store to visit. Always has an amazing selection of watches. In Zurich Beyer is definitely worth stopping by. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 November 2022, 05:14 PM	#4
GeraldGentaFan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Mark Location: Europe Posts: 644	The Beyer museum is indeed a must see. Beyer is the oldest watch store in the world but main focus is Patek/Rolex AD. For vintage, the best dealer in Zurich is rareandfine.com but on appointment only. No walk-in store.

2 November 2022, 06:16 PM	#5
gruen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Germany Posts: 1	Hi, you will need at least five to six hours for the PP museum tour. I was there last week. It‘s incredible. You should also visit the PP Salon. All major Brands have flagship stores in Geneva, but only PP has all current models on display. The Beyer Museum in Zurich is also worth a visit.

3 November 2022, 12:45 AM	#6
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Thank you all for the great suggestions. Arrange to see the salon and the museum guides tour as well as checking out the local shops. Let see what gems might be out there! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 November 2022, 02:26 AM	#7
QuelleHeureEstIl Banned Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Gnèèève Posts: 595	In Geneva: There is no jaw dropping vintage shops honestly... Lot of greys, boutiques, flippers, etc. I would advice: - the PP museum - the salon to try a current collection model - the MAD gallery (https://www.madgallery.net/geneva/en ). They have an amazing collection of clocks, objects around time. It belongs to MB&F but they sells amazing pieces like l'epee or modern creator. There is an event next week (https://www.reluxuryevent.com). If you can, I would visit some museum in the Canton of Neuchatel or AP. They even have ateliers, private tours, etc. Worth the money! (AP Masterclass are unfortunately sold out.) https://www.museeatelier-audemarspig...m/en/home.html https://espacehorloger.ch/

3 November 2022, 06:58 AM	#9
DavidSB 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: USA Posts: 177	As another said don't miss the small but impressive Beyer museum on the Bahnfoffstrasse in Zurich. Last month the museum opened at 2:00

3 November 2022, 08:26 AM	#10
lenversducadran "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Switzerland Posts: 43	Hello, I believe the others told you pretty much what to do in Geneva. Visit the MAD Gallery, Patek Salon (try to ask if you can visit the 4th floor for VIP clients, you have an amazing view from there) & museum. There are plenty of watch shops (Bucherer, Gubelin, Les Ambassadeurs etc...). Regarding vintage I would suggest you to visit Ponti in Geneva, you can set an appointment and visit their shop (they have a lot of watches and other cool stuff to see/try on). Enjoy our nice city and feel free to reach out if you need other recommendation!

3 November 2022, 08:54 PM	#11
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Thanks guys. Packing everything now and see if I can hit them all in 1.5 days. Trip started with the good old 5711! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 November 2022, 07:05 AM	#12
bengoshi76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Zurich Posts: 12	In Zurich you shouldn‘t miss Faktor Zeit (in Gassen) as well as Gerber Fine Timepieces (Rämistrasse). Geneva you should also pay visit to the Kings of Speedmasters (Davidoff Brothers). Enjoy your trip and safe travels.

4 November 2022, 07:13 AM	#13
Nicof "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: New York Posts: 132	Btw over the next few days there’s a luxury goods show in Geneva that several vintage watch dealers will be attending. It’s called reluxury I believe and is held in one of the hotels in town. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 November 2022, 11:28 AM	#14
rcps.chung "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: HK Posts: 23	Enjoy your trip!

5 November 2022, 02:13 PM	#15
Apheaven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SF Posts: 584	Perfect trip! Hope you have an amazing time!!! Pictures or it did not happen selfishly my way of forcing you to take some pictures for all of us to enjoy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 November 2022, 01:46 AM	#16
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Will report back :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 November 2022, 01:52 AM	#17
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,624	Have a great and safe trip!

10 November 2022, 07:46 AM	#19
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Hey guys, due to the last min changes, only got a few hours at Geneva and missed Zurich. Had the chance to experience the patek salon and museum private tour, it was one of the best experience I could dream of as a watch lover! Will write a longer feedback once back home but thank you everyone for your suggestion! I look forward to to come back with longer stay next time! Also got a small little surprise from the salon. Not a watch but something I was looking for for a while! Lovely SA lady who took the time to show us around! Here is a few pics for preview first! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 November 2022, 09:08 AM	#20
JC180 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jacob Location: UK Watch: BLNR, BLRO, LV, SD Posts: 355	What did you get? A pair of cufflinks?

10 November 2022, 09:27 AM	#21
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,624	Thanks for showing the unicorn 5531. That's an utterly desirable watch.

11 November 2022, 01:59 PM	#23
Hayato "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Gargantua Watch: Didn’t count ! Posts: 35	Wow 5531R! An ultimate dream watch! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 November 2022, 02:08 PM	#24
Hayato "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Gargantua Watch: Didn’t count ! Posts: 35	Wow 5531R! This is my ultimate dream watch Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 November 2022, 02:33 AM	#25
quattro100 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: hk Posts: 227	Thank you all again! So much fun! Yes I got the matching cuff with the 5711. Felt a bit more special coming from the Geneva salon :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 November 2022, 10:50 PM	#28
vtwinrulez "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bella Svizzera Posts: 19	I have looked at quite a few vintage watches at Beyer. I found them in all cases completely overpriced.

25 November 2022, 06:22 PM	#29
DK7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Europe Posts: 320	That 5531 looks amazing!! Does anyone know more about a possible allocation? You probably have to buy the complete Patek range first ;)

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