The Patek Philippe Calatrava is one of the most iconic watch collections of all time, with each of its time-only members carrying a distinct, symbolic weightiness in their lightweight, formal wear.
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This example is the ref. 2484, dating from 1956. The extract confirms the Manufacture date and lists the date it was sold October 1st 1956. The Reference 2484 boasts an 18ct Gold Case, with faceted lugs. Beating away inside the high quality case lies the illustrious Patek Philippe Calibre 10-200, 10 ligne movement, unquestionably among the finest hand-winding movements ever built, it possesses all the necessary capabilities to earn it its place as one the finest timepieces in the world.
Extremely high grade, it has eight adjustments - five for chronometer positions and three for heat, cold, and even isochronism. Isochronism is the amount of wind left in the movement. Most watches slow down slightly as their power reserve moves toward empty. That is not the case with this Movement.
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This guy comes accompanied by the Patek Extract from the Archives (500CHF Value) and a period Genuine Patek 18ct Gold Buckle.
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Age: c.1956
Movement: Time Only, Hand Wind.
Dial: Original Patek Philippe Factory Dial.
Crystal: Possibly Original Acrylic Crystal.
Getting Acquainted
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Bits that stand out:
- Faceted Lugs.
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Nitty Gritty:
- Light Scratches to the Crystal.
Overall the PP is in lovely Vintage condition.