Marc, you make it look easy to produce, get the okay to film, edit, and then make a mini movie, but it's very hard to do, as every company wants to keep their secrets. Just getting them to show you the entire process is a great treat for us. Always amazed at what we learn and your videos are simply the best. Thank you.
I like the parallel and yes feeling very grateful for having these great experiences and encounters. And even happier of being able to share this with you!!!
Wow! I have increased respect for Patek Philippe due to your report. I was also struck by the industrial appearance of their workshops. Thanks so much for such exemplary content.
When we see the tremendous amount of work, expertise, passion, skill and so on, we can finally understand why the price of these machines is so high. The process is so time-consuming and requires very specialized workers, besides the limited production, all adds to make the price even steeper. When we imagine that the final product of such collective effort is concentrated on your wrist, that's when we start to realize all the value of such beautiful jewel, a Patek Philippe watch. Thank you, Marc, for this wonderful journey.
Fucking hell. You´re the only channel in UA-cam to bring out content like this. Love it. Very interesting to see how they finish the watches. As a watchmaker i learned a bit here and there from them. Thank you Marc!
Mr. Mad don't u agree that Patek is the most sheek and perfect watch company on the market today, they just produce the best quality and sensational time pieces man could ever expect. Congrats as usual for the delightfull videos you present to us.
I was very happy to visit a watch manufactory back in Glashutte. It was an experience that I will never forget. I wonder someone as a watch lover visiting Patek Philipe... better than that just owning a Nautilus Chronograph
thanks Marc. Another very interesting video. This is the great dilemma for us ordinary watch enthusiasts. The level of skill, craftsmanship, and real devotion shown by the people involved in creating a fine mechanical watch, is one of the reasons why we are so enthused by them. It is also one of the reasons they are so expensive.
@4:41 love the fashion combination - a blazer/suit jacket over a down jacket (or vest). @1:21 looks like she is using a bronze rod to polish the case hinge -- against a wedge of very used wood! Fascinating - there must be a pecking order of workers - from who assemble and finish bracelets to the movement people to the people of haute horlogerie @2:10 "WOOOF" !
This is by fat the best video you have produced, and so far they have been 10/10!!! I dont know how you do it. Please do more of these factory visits, i woukd love to see the machines used for the movements etc! Josh Sydney.
Fantastic video. I definitely appreciate my Patek a bit more seeing all the hand finishing work going into each watch. This is the best channel on UA-cam for high quality and in depth horological information. Keep up the great work.
What a video! That's incredible. Marc, I love this kind of video and, as others have said, no one else is doing this type of thing and getting the kind of access you are. It's brilliant.
the craftsmanship is beautiful. i wish i could spend a day there admiring the beauty and precision. it is a shame so much skill and talent is lost in mass production
Yes, great content here Marc, really enjoyed it. Did yu notice what kind of watch the Lady finishing bracelets was wearing? I did, and it wasn't Patek. :-)
It is interesting how much effort they put it in everytime on every single watch. Then it becomes obvious it will cost you good. #Hardwork#Amazing Work. I wear Sonata watch, owned by TataMotors Group who also owns #Jaguar Motor. It is low cost but amazing.
Funny that somehow I hoped all of the watchmakers of Patek ware theyere own Pateks. Not shure why i thought this could happen at all. Great video as always
Please do this with Vacheron Constantin, and let's see how they finish their normal watches like the Overseas and such with the Geneva Seal, and not just their top end custom ones that we know are completely hand finished... I want to see how a Cal 5100 or 5200 is made, a watch that most of us can afford from the holy trinity brands.
I love all the craftsmanship videos. Brands should emphasize these things more instead of brand ambassador. I guess not all brands have this kind of craftsmanship 😏
I wonder what the future will be like when these artisans retire? Considering the age of smartwatches and smartphones if the younger generation would want to take up this type of occupation? I guess only time will tell. Otherwise, a very good and interesting video.
Love these kind of videos! TheWATCHES.tv is THE watch channel on UA-cam! Would love to see a video on how traditional movement finishes are done. For example how to to Geneva stripes. Kindest regards Matthias!
Hey Marc! Sorry, just now watching this video🙁 3 years later😋 I was just curious if you knew why they polish in the dark? I make surgical instruments and we need all the light we can get when polishing👍😊 Thank you and hope you are well!!
Why she have to wear a Patek if the company doesnt require it? She isnt a senior staff -> Doesnt have a large amount of money to afford a PP. And just so you know, Ferrari never sell their car to their employees, except for their racers.
Thanks so much fot the video, again superb. Today I have two questions: 1) Do you know the name of the tool that appears at 1:16? (It is a kind of wooden stick) What is it made of ? Is it used fot polishing? 2) Are The plans at 3:56 in mm ? I see the sizes numbers but I think maybe they are quite big to be mm (this question is too hard, it doesn't matter if you don't know the answer). Thanks for sharing.
To answer your second question: The measurements are typically given in thousands of a millimeter. I think that's also the case for the plans, shown in the video.
Just love it when the answers come from the community, what a really cool one, thanks so much!!!! And regarding your first question, this is indeed wood used for polishing and they use different types depending on what needs to be done.
TheWATCHES.tv yeh i know people who work there, shame the finishing on pateks is so aweful even the bloody germans do it better !its hard for us english not to be sarcastic. Love the videos
This was indeed a big overview and simply put a great opportunity for us to see everything on a condensed schedule, had never visited the entire operation before, but we'll come back with detailed reports on various techniques of finishing, count on us. All the very best
What a great opportunity for you to see this in person. I would love to see this as well.
Thank you for sharing with us
You're very welcome and yes, this was a great experience!!! Thanks
Marc, you make it look easy to produce, get the okay to film, edit, and then make a mini movie, but it's very hard to do, as every company wants to keep their secrets. Just getting them to show you the entire process is a great treat for us. Always amazed at what we learn and your videos are simply the best. Thank you.
I'm so happy you appreciate what we do, thanks so so much for this!
@@user-zl2sc3bg3glovely to see how much detail is needed.
Question … what wood sticks are those that are used for high polish finishes?
Thanks.
You and Chris Harris "top gear" have my dream job. Amazing coverage as per usual.
Great ViD.
I like the parallel and yes feeling very grateful for having these great experiences and encounters. And even happier of being able to share this with you!!!
2:59 “even patek philippe employee wear rolex” new ad line for rolex.
Haha, good one ;)
becos working at patekk philippe can only get you a small rolex.
I suppose on that line every Ferrari worker drives a Ferrari ?
Hahah saw it right away lol!!!
Marc, love this kind of video. So interesting, you are doing what others are not. Keep up the good work. I also just became a patron.
That's super nice to hear and thanks SOOOOOOO much, all the very best to you!!!
Wow! I have increased respect for Patek Philippe due to your report. I was also struck by the industrial appearance of their workshops. Thanks so much for such exemplary content.
Thanks a lot and it is indeed a pretty impressive outfit!!!
What a privilege to be able to have an inside look into one of the finest watchmakers in the world. Thank you for sharing this incredible video.
You are most welcome and was indeed a fantastic visit!
Wow, I had my guesses and expectations why PP indeed is the king of watches, but I was just blown away! More respect to PP. Just wow!
When we see the tremendous amount of work, expertise, passion, skill and so on, we can finally understand why the price of these machines is so high. The process is so time-consuming and requires very specialized workers, besides the limited production, all adds to make the price even steeper. When we imagine that the final product of such collective effort is concentrated on your wrist, that's when we start to realize all the value of such beautiful jewel, a Patek Philippe watch. Thank you, Marc, for this wonderful journey.
You are most welcome, it was a pure pleasure to do!!! Hope to do more
This reads like an ad.
Fucking hell. You´re the only channel in UA-cam to bring out content like this. Love it. Very interesting to see how they finish the watches. As a watchmaker i learned a bit here and there from them. Thank you Marc!
Great, makes us super happy!!! All the very best to you and just love to share
I enjoyed this visit! Horology = Legacy + Art + Craftsmanship + Science. Great stuff!
Great video Marc. Very intriguing to see the technical side and all the hand work. Thank you.
Mr. Mad don't u agree that Patek is the most sheek and perfect watch company on the market today, they just produce the best quality and sensational time pieces man could ever expect. Congrats as usual for the delightfull videos you present to us.
Thanks a lot and Patek is indeed in a league of its own for sure. Have a great day and all the best
Cool, cool, cool! Fascinating, Marc!
Thanks, did you see our "walkthrough" videos? Best to you and enjoy
TheWATCHES.tv
Yes, I’ve been watching them. They are very enjoyable and information!
Marc, thank you so much for sharing. Love Patek. What a great video.
I was very happy to visit a watch manufactory back in Glashutte. It was an experience that I will never forget. I wonder someone as a watch lover visiting Patek Philipe... better than that just owning a Nautilus Chronograph
Cool comment and you're right, a pure delight to walk around like this!!!
thanks Marc. Another very interesting video. This is the great dilemma for us ordinary watch enthusiasts. The level of skill, craftsmanship, and real devotion shown by the people involved in creating a fine mechanical watch, is one of the reasons why we are so enthused by them. It is also one of the reasons they are so expensive.
Many thanks and indeed the level of commitment in making these fine objects is really something that sets quality watchmaking apart. Best to you
Awesome video showcasing the intricacies of watchmaking, esp by THE brand, Patek Philippe! ⌚👍💓
those skilled workers are the root of the Swiss luxury watch industry .
That's right, always goes back to people!
@4:41 love the fashion combination - a blazer/suit jacket over a down jacket (or vest). @1:21 looks like she is using a bronze rod to polish the case hinge -- against a wedge of very used wood! Fascinating - there must be a pecking order of workers - from who assemble and finish bracelets to the movement people to the people of haute horlogerie
@2:10 "WOOOF" !
Great, such a nice tour ! I wouldn't expect less from Patek
That was indeed very nice to do and to share!
Love to see the artisans at work!
This is the best series:-)
Audemar's factory next walkthrough.
Thanks for sharing this with us. Superb!
This is by fat the best video you have produced, and so far they have been 10/10!!! I dont know how you do it.
Please do more of these factory visits, i woukd love to see the machines used for the movements etc!
Josh
Sydney.
Coo to be seen in Sidney and thanks a lot for your comment, well sunk in out to-do list ;) All the best
Fantastic video. I definitely appreciate my Patek a bit more seeing all the hand finishing work going into each watch.
This is the best channel on UA-cam for high quality and in depth horological information. Keep up the great work.
Thanks a lot for this comment, very appreciated. Have a great day (you made mine!!).
Great video! Very interesting! Thank you for taking us inside the manufactures
Very welcome!
Now we know why Pateks are worth it. Good video.
Many thanks and happy to share this with you. All the best
Great content and very detailed. Loved the precision and technicality used to make these watches.
Thank you for a great inside info. It was very interesting
Happy you liked it!
What a video! That's incredible. Marc, I love this kind of video and, as others have said, no one else is doing this type of thing and getting the kind of access you are. It's brilliant.
Very happy you liked, more coming your way!!! Best to you
Very impressive. What makes it more impressive that PP allowed you in to watch all this. This is quite amazing :-)
Yep, that was a nice treat for us!!!
the craftsmanship is beautiful. i wish i could spend a day there admiring the beauty and precision. it is a shame so much skill and talent is lost in mass production
What an exceptional insightful video
Happy you liked it, thanks!
Thanks for sharing it Marc.
It exemplifies very well the key differentiator factor between the price vs. the value of a watch ;)
Very well put!!
Truly incredible! Great video and thanks for sharing - More please!
This was awesome. Thanks Marc!
Very welcome, happy you liked it!
Despite all the advances in machining, there is still the need of the human touch. Thanks for sharing!
That's right and machining is part of the manufacture process, but the human hand will always bring something special. Best to you
TheWATCHES.tv Absolutely! Thanks once again.
Interesting to see the bracelet-finishing-lady wearing a Rolex Datejust in a Patek Philippe facility....
Amazing video, thanks for showing us! :)
Always a pleasure!! Have a great day
Excellent!
Great video! Thank you!
Very welcome and best to you.
Simple but lovely. And good video again. Love how you love your Job and see al these exclusive watches. Greets from holland
Thanks a lot and yes feeling very privileged. Have a great day
Yes, great content here Marc, really enjoyed it. Did yu notice what kind of watch the Lady finishing bracelets was wearing? I did, and it wasn't Patek. :-)
You have been quite a few to have noticed this ;)
Nice interview. This was really interesting.
It is interesting how much effort they put it in everytime on every single watch. Then it becomes obvious it will cost you good. #Hardwork#Amazing Work.
I wear Sonata watch, owned by TataMotors Group who also owns #Jaguar Motor. It is low cost but amazing.
Thanks for you comment and happy you appreciated this report. All the best to you
Fascinating stuff, indeed..! :-)
Happy you liked it.
Funny that somehow I hoped all of the watchmakers of Patek ware theyere own Pateks. Not shure why i thought this could happen at all. Great video as always
I was literally waiting for this kind of video, tour of Patek Philippe, and u did. I enjoyed the video and was equally amazed as you...
Cool, happy you liked!!! Best to you
So cool. Incredibly interesting.
Thanks for this nice comment! Best to you
Nice video
I love Patek Philippe
Thanks a lot!
Great vid Marc.....as always!
More videos like this one. Your channel, along with ClickSpring, are what ignited my interest in horology =)
Nice to hear, thanks a lot!!!
Thanks for sharing Mark. Superb video. Interestingly the staff at Patek love their own Rolex. 2.53 to 3.03 has a lady Datejust on an employee 😉
Very welcome and you are quite a few to have noticed this ;) Have a great day
Please do this with Vacheron Constantin, and let's see how they finish their normal watches like the Overseas and such with the Geneva Seal, and not just their top end custom ones that we know are completely hand finished... I want to see how a Cal 5100 or 5200 is made, a watch that most of us can afford from the holy trinity brands.
Ad usual , good work..., i have been to these facilities and it is a great experience...!!!
Sure is!!!! Have a great day
Great video. you have an amazing channel, thank you for the awesome content!
Thanks so much, happy you like it and have a great day.
~Superb!
-Thanks
Nice report !
Awesome video! Keep it up!!
great to see. thank you!!!!!
Thanks!
I like how the lady working on the nautilus bracelet is wearing a Rolex Datejust. Around 3:00 mark.
I'm digging the new glasses. And the beard of course! :)
Haha, gone back to being shorter ;)
Amazing insight, thank you!
Thanks to you too for this comment!
This is a perfectionist dream job
What is that piece of wood called used for polishing?
I love all the craftsmanship videos. Brands should emphasize these things more instead of brand ambassador. I guess not all brands have this kind of craftsmanship 😏
That's a good point, thanks and best to you.
Amazing!!!
I wonder what the future will be like when these artisans retire? Considering the age of smartwatches and smartphones if the younger generation would want to take up this type of occupation? I guess only time will tell. Otherwise, a very good and interesting video.
Training the next generation of craftsmen is a real challenge indeed! Thanks for you comment and best to you
Beautiful
Love these kind of videos! TheWATCHES.tv is THE watch channel on UA-cam! Would love to see a video on how traditional movement finishes are done. For example how to to Geneva stripes.
Kindest regards Matthias!
Ok, we'll do this!! Best to you
Quantity is killing quality!
Another cool informative video!
Hey Marc! Sorry, just now watching this video🙁 3 years later😋 I was just curious if you knew why they polish in the dark? I make surgical instruments and we need all the light we can get when polishing👍😊 Thank you and hope you are well!!
your videos are awesome, you should definitely get more credits for your work, thank you again :)
Thanks, but comments like yours make my day!!!
really enjoyed this, but it could have been 45 minutes long. i want more.
At 3:01 was the woman finishing the Nautilus bracelet wearing a Datejust on a jubilee bracelet? Where's her Patek? 😳
Gary Smith notice that as well ! 😂😂😂
Seems like Patek don't pay enough to be able to afford one of their watches.
She's not a prestigious enough person to wear a Patek. PP probably don't want her to wear one because it weakens the brand image.
LOL, are you serious? I hope no..
Why she have to wear a Patek if the company doesnt require it? She isnt a senior staff -> Doesnt have a large amount of money to afford a PP.
And just so you know, Ferrari never sell their car to their employees, except for their racers.
beautifol report as every day
Many many thanks!!!
Now you're a Special guy
What the watch name in starting video back can be open..? nice video. !
It's a Calatrava Officier. Best to you
Workers of Patek wear Rolex and other kind of stuff :) 2:55 5:00
you should cover rgm factory
2:58 the Patek employee with a datejust
Unfortunately they don’t get paid enough to afford the watches they work so hard to make
That drawing shown on the board is generous......I know that no engineering company will allow that
Thanks so much fot the video, again superb. Today I have two questions:
1) Do you know the name of the tool that appears at 1:16? (It is a kind of wooden stick) What is it made of ? Is it used fot polishing?
2) Are The plans at 3:56 in mm ? I see the sizes numbers but I think maybe they are quite big to be mm (this question is too hard, it doesn't matter if you don't know the answer).
Thanks for sharing.
To answer your second question: The measurements are typically given in thousands of a millimeter. I think that's also the case for the plans, shown in the video.
Hitwert erfinder thanks so much for your answer. I did not imagine that the could reach such incredible precision. Thanks so much again
Just love it when the answers come from the community, what a really cool one, thanks so much!!!! And regarding your first question, this is indeed wood used for polishing and they use different types depending on what needs to be done.
Where can we buy their files? And tools?
It is very interesting to see a staff member(the woman who was handling a bracelet) was wearing a steel ROLEX lady datejust!!!
I wish you could do this with Grand Seiko and Alange und Sone
Us too, working on it, hope it will happen!!!
The woman at 3:00 is wearing a rolex XD
Anyone noticed that at 2:58 the lady working at Patek wears a Rolex.
You are a few that have noticed that ;) Best to you
Patek has a finishing department?
Many in fact ;)
TheWATCHES.tv yeh i know people who work there, shame the finishing on pateks is so aweful even the bloody germans do it better !its hard for us english not to be sarcastic. Love the videos
Haha, we like this, but true that they produce quite a lot of watches.
would have liked more focus on, and explanation of the finishing - looked more like a generic infomercial for PP
This was indeed a big overview and simply put a great opportunity for us to see everything on a condensed schedule, had never visited the entire operation before, but we'll come back with detailed reports on various techniques of finishing, count on us. All the very best
Great! Looking forward to more :)
spotted! 3:00 she wears a Rolex Datejust
At 2.59 Date Just on a Patek employee?!
Looking at your comments most of you expect Bentley workers to drive bentleys what about the Rolex workers who wear Patek ?
All I could think was when you've worked there 25 years do you get a gold watch.
As a layman, now i know why this so expensive.
Mr. White?
we want "skeleton" watches from patek. always same desing.
ROLEX sets the bar - PP is sub par