Introducing: Patek Philippe Releases The Cubitus In 40mm

March 31, 2025

Ah, the Cubitus. The first new collection from Patek Philippe in 25 years. To say that the launch was highly anticipated (and speculated) would be an understatement. When the three introductory models were released last October a green dial with steel case, a blue dial with two-tone rose gold case, and a blue-dialed calendar model in platinum, all 45mm in diameter it's safe to say that the Cubitus collection marked 2024's most controversial release. Some found the Cubitus to be a brilliant move in Patek's game of 4D chess. Some called it too big at 45mm and lazy, with the squared-off design featuring a bracelet taken straight off a Nautilus and a non-shaped caliber for the distinctively shaped case. No matter what side of the camp you fell in, a few accepted truths seemed to form within the community: they would still sell no matter what, and there were for sure smaller case sizes coming down the line. What I think most people would not expect, however, is just how soon after the first launch that a new, smaller, downsized Cubituses (Cubitii?) ?would make an appearance. And just five months later, for Watches and Wonders 2025, here are the midsized Cubitus models, now in a more reasonable 40mm case size and 8.5mm case height, the Cubitus 7128/1G and 7128/1R, in white and rose gold, respectively. Just like the previous larger Cubitus models, each of the smaller versions has a sunburst finish dial, with the white gold featuring a lighter blue-gray colorway and the rose gold with a matching brown colorway.? The self-winding Caliber 26-330 S C/434, with a horizontally embossed pattern to match the dial, sits in the square caseback and features hacking seconds. Both of these models have corresponding precious metal bracelets featuring a lockable adjustment system and a patented patek fold-over clasp secured by four independent catches. Both the 7128/1G and 7128/1R are priced at CHF 65,000. What We Think For all the folks who wished for a smaller Cubitus, ask, and ye shall receive. Very quickly, it would seem. It's interesting to me to see how the strategy for this product line is rolling out, as typically I would have expected a change like this to happen a little bit later down the line to give the original three models some time to stay in the spotlight. I mean, within these five months, how many of the original three models have even been delivered? If we take a step back from the controversy and look at these two models purely in the context of the product, the smaller size certainly takes a big step in taking the slightly brutal form of the Cubitus and introduces a hint of elegance to the shape. The two models, with familiar Patek dial colors, are certainly a much safer choice in this regards, both as a product release and also to own. Perhaps that's why these came a bit later introduce the new concept with something polarizing, and these two seem downright normal in comparison.?Patek says in the product description that these new models are designed to suit all wrists, and I wonder if that's a tacit acknowledgement of the large size of the originals. Will these be the dressier counterparts in the family? Only a chance to handle these in person will make that clear. Stay tuned for more over the coming days from Watches & Wonders C you can follow all of the show's new releases right here. The Basics Brand: Patek PhilippeModel: CubitusReference Number: 7128/1G and 7128/1RDiameter: 40mmThickness: 8.5mmCase Material: White gold or rose goldDial Color: Blue-gray or brown, horizontally embossedIndexes: AppliedLume: YesWater Resistance: 30mStrap/Bracelet: Bracelet with lockable adjustment system The Movement Caliber: 26-330 S C/434Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, dateDiameter: 27mmThickness: 3.59mmPower Reserve: 45 hoursWinding: AutomaticFrequency: 4 HzJewels: 30Additional Details: Gyromax balance and Spiromax balance spring Pricing & Availability Price: CHF 65,000Availability: Patek Philippe Authorized DealersLimited Edition: No.For more, click here.