What It REALLY Takes to acquire a Patek Philippe In 2026!

For some collectors, watches begin as an interest. For Ali, they became a lifelong pursuit. Since the early 2000s, Ali has spent years studying the watch world, building relationships, refining his taste, and learning what it actually takes to collect at the highest level. In this episode of ON TIME, we sit down with Ali to trace that journey, from his earliest experiences with watches like Sector to navigating the world of authorized dealers and developing the kind of relationships that can eventually open the door to brands like Patek Philippe.

We talk about what makes a great collector, how patience and reputation play a role in the process, the evolution of the watch market, and why independent watchmakers are becoming an increasingly important part of serious collections. This is a conversation about watches, but also about time, relationships, knowledge, and the years it takes to build a collection with intention. Welcome back to ON TIME!