Auction introduction: As watch auction market leaders in Asia, our established clients and new watch collectors worldwide will enjoy this offering of some of the world’s most complicated watches by the greatest watch brands, including some models that have never before been seen at auction. Headlining the sale is a possibly unique and sensational only known Patek Philippe ref. 1518 printed with ‘Fab. Suisse’. We are also extremely proud to present within this auction a phenomenal single owner private collection “The Collectibles – Part 2” which includes a selection of the very finest examples of contemporary watchmaking brought together with consideration, passion and connoisseurship, encompassing contemporary and neo-vintage complications, limited editions and artisan rare handicraft pieces. A number of these incredible timepieces, in particular by Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Rolex and F.P. Journe, were produced in minute quantities and were only available to established clients either by personal invitation or application. Three of the major highlights are ultra-complicated wristwatches by Patek Philippe, each with iconic complications made famous by the brand. The simply breathtaking minute repeater reference 7000/50R-010, a possibly unique reference 5074/1R minute repeater and perpetual calendar with solid gold Patek Philippe bracelet, the first specimen ever seen with this stunning factory-fitted bracelet, and another possibly unique and ultra-desirable diamond-set reference 5980/1400R-12 chronograph with diamond-set Nautilus bracelet and red minute register hand – seen for the first time on this extraordinary watch.