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Jul. 27 2026
Reference Points The Patek Philippe Split-Seconds Wristwatch

The split-second wristwatch is arguably Patek Philippe’s most under-appreciated complication. It’s also one of the brand’s rarest, with only thirteen serially produced references. We go in-depth into the complication and its history.

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