Second, it carries the weight of the Patek Philippe name, a brand synonymous with the highest echelon of watchmaking, heritage, and value retention. Owning a Patek is often described as "looking after it for the next generation," a sentiment engraved on every case back: "You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation."
Third, and crucially, its market performance has been legendary. For years, the 5711/1A was perhaps the most sought-after watch on the planet, with waitlists stretching into decades and prices on the secondary market multiples of its retail price.
