Why Patek Philippe watches are so valuable and popular?

A watch that forgoes the glitz and glamour that many other watch brands strive for is truly desirable. Patek Philippe watches do not need to be a fancy brand, and for that, you have to admire them. The brand has earned its place in the trinity of fine watchmaking, anchoring itself firmly at the top of the triangle. The company is considered to be the top brand among all Swiss luxury watchmakers.
One of the most unique factors about Patek Philippe is that some of the brand’s models are so popular that they can often appreciate the value on the second-hand market. But why is this? Why is Patek Philippe watches more likely to be invested in than other luxury replica watches?
Patek Philippe is a family-owned company that began in 1839. It is one of the oldest watchmaking companies still in production. The ownership of the company is now in its fourth generation, keeping it consistent in its independent approach to making quality, high-performance, luxury watches. This continued path to success has certainly paved the way for Patek Philippe. When you invest in a watch from this brand, you know you are getting the best product on the market.
As the brand has been around for over 177 years, there is a strong sense of tradition instilled in the company’s production facilities. This means that every watch a collector buys is crafted using age-old methods passed down through the family. Therefore, when buying a Patek Philippe watch, you are paying for tradition and experience.  
There is no doubt that you will feel like a true gentleman when wearing a Patek Philippe watch. The brand currently holds the record for the most expensive watch sold at auction. They continue to develop luxury watches in the same way they always have – in limited numbers.
The Nautilus is a unique and immediately recognizable design for Patek Philippe. Companies such as Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin also created watches similar to the Nautilus, such as the Royal Oak and Overseas (Overseas) models. However, since these watches are relatively easy to buy both new and on the second-hand market, Patek Philippe’s clever trick of producing Nautilus models has only heightened interest in them.
Even used gold replica watches from Patek Philippe may not be as expensive as standard models such as the steel Nautilus or Aquanaut, as it is the most practical model that tend to be the most popular. But many collectors will agree that having owned a replica Patek Philippe watch, few can match the quality, tradition, and expertise promised by such a prestigious brand.