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In memoriam

Philippe Stern (1938 - 2026)

It is with great sadness that the Patek Philippe Directoire is announcing the death of its Honorary President Philippe Stern, who passed away on 14 June 2026, in his 88th year.


A pioneering and visionary spirit, the man who served as President of Patek Philippe from 1993 to 2009 left an indelible mark on the history of our family-owned manufacture, providing it with a global standing. A leading figure in the watch industry, he also played a pivotal role in promoting and ensuring the success of the great art of Swiss watchmaking.

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The power of independence

The last family-owned Genevan manufacture

Owned by the Stern family since 1932, our Manufacture benefits from full creative freedom, which allows us to design, develop and craft watches that connoisseurs consider to be the world's finest - as pledged by our founders Antoine Norbert de Patek and Jean Adrien Philippe.
A long-term vision

Innovation and Tradition

We have been pursuing traditional Genevan watchmaking artistry without interruption since 1839, safeguarding rare handcrafts, such as enameling and guillochage that would have otherwise disappeared. At the same time, we nurture a tradition of innovation, relying on the latest technologies to further push the boundaries of watchmaking.
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Our collections

We have over 150 references in regular production, manufactured in limited quantity to ensure they respect the extremely high quality standards of the Patek Philippe Seal.
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Our commitment to service

At Patek Philippe, we pledge to service, repair, or restore any timepiece produced by our manufacture since 1839, regardless of its age.
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Points of Sale

Visit our international network of authorized points of sales and benefit from expert guidance on the purchase and care of your Patek Philippe timepiece.