Patek Philippe - something different

[Carlton-Browne]

I don't believe that it's an atomic clock - more like some kind of time master source. When the BBC left Bush House in 2012 they sold off a stack of this time equipment; presumably used in their radio studios. Maybe the famous beeps were managed by a Patek Philippe? It's one of my horological regrets that I didn't bid in the auctions at the time; if I remember correctly a lot of these went for something in the region of £1200 plus fees. They were in better cosmetic condition than this one and could have looked reasonable if mounted in a bit of custom walnut, for example.

[.olli.]

if I remember correctly a lot of these went for something in the region of £1200 plus fees.

That would be a really good price for a very interesting piece of horology! I very much doubt the seller will get near his £25k asking price, but I guess anything vintage and unusual with Patek written on is worth taking a chance from a seller's point of view.

[S.L]

That’s a small set.

[Foxy100]

I like that a lot and I can guarantee my wife doesn't, which is more than enough reason to.. oh... £25k. Damn.

[Carlton-Browne]

That’s a small set.

That's the spirit! As a matter of interest, where did these come from?

[S.L]

That's the spirit! As a matter of interest, where did these come from?

That is part of the decoration in the ”Constellation Room” of the Hour Glass Malmaison in Singapore, one of the most interesting watch shops I’ve ever entered, highly recommend a visit if possible.

http://www.thehourglass.com/boutique...tic-malmaison/

[Carlton-Browne]

Thanks.

[200mwaterresistant]

I am in awe.