Axl Rose Dons a Rare Patek Philippe Timepiece
In the world of luxury watches, celebrities often make a statement with their timepiece choices. Here's a roundup of some recent celebrity watch appearances that have caught our attention.
On a recent episode of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Chris Pratt donned a Large-model Santos de Cartier in a striking two-tone steel and gold finish. The square-shaped watch, featuring a grey sunray pattern dial, steel sword hands, and a date window, added a touch of elegance to his casual attire.
Saturday Night Live's Bowen Yang opted for a more classic look, wearing two Cartier Tank Louis models in 18K yellow gold on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. Both watches were fitted to black leather straps, adding a sleek and sophisticated touch to his outfit.
Axl Rose, the legendary frontman of Guns N' Roses, made a bold statement at the F1 Grand Prix of Hungary with a Platinum Patek Philippe Grand Complication featuring a Perpetual Calendar. This highly prestigious and complex luxury timepiece symbolizes both exclusivity and technical mastery in watchmaking, reflecting Axl's high status and refined taste.
Football superstar Lionel Messi also made a splash at Watches and Wonders Geneva, wearing the Patek Philippe ref. 7128/1R-001 from the Cubitus collection. The square-bodied watch with a sunburst brown dial and a date window at 3 o'clock is part of Patek Philippe's luxury sports watch collections, alongside the Nautilus and Aquanaut lines.
Meanwhile, Chris Pratt's fellow actor Joe Jonas chose a more understated option for his music video for the new song I Can't Lose. He wore a Hublot "service" watch, a timepiece that was never intended for commercial release but was given to clients whose Hublot timepieces were in for service.
The Patek Philippe ref. 2499, released in 1951, and the ref. 1518, released in 1941, are two of the brand's most beloved perpetual calendar models. The ref. 5271P, part of the Grand Complications collection, is a more modern take on these classic designs, featuring a black dial with an outer tachymeter scale, multiple calendar displays, and a hand-wound cal. CH 29-535 PS Q movement.
Axl Rose, known for his eclectic taste in watches, has collaborated with brands like HYT and worn watches from Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, and Breitling. However, his choice of the Patek 5271P at the F1 Grand Prix of Hungary showcases his appreciation for the brand's technical mastery and exclusivity.
Finally, the Patek Philippe Cubitus collection, the brand's first new collection in nearly a quarter century, has also caught the attention of watch enthusiasts. The ref. 5720, a version of the 5271P without gemstones and with a matching rose gold bracelet, is a testament to the brand's continued innovation and commitment to craftsmanship.
- Chris Pratt's choice of the Cartier Santos de Cartier watch adds a touch of style to his casual attire, aligning his fashion-and-beauty with the world of luxury sports watches.
- Bowen Yang's decision to wear two Cartier Tank Louis models in 18K yellow gold shows his affinity for classic style, blending elegance with his lifestyle.
- Axl Rose's wearing of the Platinum Patek Philippe Grand Complication symbolizes the technical mastery and exclusivity that aligns with his high-status and refined taste, serving as a statement in both the world of entertainment and fashion.
- Lionel Messi's choice of Patek Philippe's Cubitus collection reflects the brand's continued innovation and commitment to craftsmanship in the realm of sports watches and fashion-and-beauty.
- Joe Jonas' selection of a Hublot "service" watch for his music video demonstrates his appreciation for a more understated timepiece amidst the glamour of entertainment and technology.
