Founded in 1839 Patek Phillipe by Antoine Nobert de Patek and Francois Czapek. When making a Patek watch every single detail is taken into consideration to achieve one of the highest quality watches in the world. In 1932 the company was purchased by two brothers, Charles and Jean Stern. To this day the company has stayed in the family. The president of the firm, Mr. Phillipe Stern and his son Mr. Thierry who is now the vice president. 100% of Patek Phillipe mechanical movements are awarded by the official hallmark of the Geneva seal. It is said that "You are merely taking care of your Patek for the next generation."