Patek Philippe Grand Complications Sky Moon Tourbillon (Inauthentic Homage/Replica)
Complications Watch (Replica of a Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon) · Counterfeit / Unofficial Manufacturer; incorrectly labeled 'Patek Philippe Geneve'. Genuine Patek Philippe is an independent haute horlogerie manufacture.
Period: Baroque/Ornate Revival (Modern Era Design). It attempts to mimic the high-decoration style of the Ref. 6002G.
Type
Complications Watch (Replica of a Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon)
Brand
Counterfeit / Unofficial Manufacturer; incorrectly labeled 'Patek Philippe Geneve'. Genuine Patek Philippe is an independent haute horlogerie manufacture.
Movement
Low-grade Automatic with 'Open Heart' (non-tourbillon balance wheel), visible through a bridge at 6 o'clock.
Dimensions
43mm-45mm diameter, approximately 16mm thickness. Large and bulky compared to the refined profile of the original.
Description
This is a low-quality replica of a Patek Philippe Grand Complication. It attempts to replicate the extreme luxury of the Sky Moon Tourbillon through ornate casting, but the 'open heart' at 6 o'clock is a standard balance wheel, not a true tourbillon.
Key Features
The most defining feature of this counterfeit is the presence of an 'Open Heart' window at 6 o'clock. Patek Philippe does not make 'Open Heart' watches; their tourbillons are only visible through the caseback to prevent UV damage to oils.
Dial Description
White dial with textured sunray guilloché center, printed Roman numerals, and faux perpetual calendar subdials including a year window at 10 o'clock.
Case Material
Gold-toned base metal with stamped or cast floral patterns; not traditional hand-engraving found on authentic Patek Philippe pieces.
Crystal Type
Mineral glass or low-grade sapphire with significant glare and noticeable thickness.
Bezel Details
Fixed bezel with cast floral relief patterns intended to simulate the master engraving of the Sky Moon series.
Crown & Pushers
Large oversized crown at 3 o'clock with two adjacent pushers; notably, it lacks the secondary crown at 4 o'clock used for the celestial map on authentic models.
Bracelet or Strap
Brown calf leather with alligator-grain embossing and a fold-over deployment clasp.
Caseback Details
Exhibition caseback showing a basic mass-produced movement; notably lacks the celestial star chart found on a genuine Sky Moon Tourbillon.
Movement Type
Low-grade Automatic with 'Open Heart' (non-tourbillon balance wheel), visible through a bridge at 6 o'clock.
Water Resistance
Non-existent. It may withstand accidental light splashes but is not rated for swimming or immersion.
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in mainland China. It does not possess Swiss-made craftsmanship despite the dial markings.
Age Estimate
Modern production (post-2015), as it mimics the design language of the modern Ref. 6002 series.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'super-fake' or homage market where iconic high-horology designs are mass-produced for the fashion market without true mechanical substance.
Condition Notes
Fair. The gold-tone plating shows signs of potential wear, and the printing on the year/month windows appears misaligned. Overall Poor quality from a horological perspective.
Value Estimate
$20 - $100. It has no resale value in the luxury watch market and is illegal to sell as 'authentic' on most platforms.
Care & Maintenance
Keep away from water as moisture seals on such replicas are typically non-existent. Not worth professional servicing due to the low-cost movement.
Similar Watches
Authentic Patek Philippe Ref. 5002 or 6002. Competitor alternatives include Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers or A. Lange & Söhne Grand Complication.
Interesting Facts
A genuine Patek Philippe 6002G costs over $1.5 million and features 12 complications, including a minute repeater and a sidereal time map. This replica features none of those functional complications.