Patek Philippe - Ref. 1463
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1949
Movement No
867'701
Reference No
1463
Case No
653'525
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. 13''', 23 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel Gay Frères bracelet, max length 205mm
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Gay Frères deployant clasp
Dimensions
35mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed; bracelet signed by bracelet maker
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Breguet numerals in 1949 and its subsequent sale on July 24, 1950.
Condition Report:
CASE: the case is offered in remarkable condition. The lugs are full, the pinholes are well distanced from the sides, the satin finish to the band is strong as is the circular satin finish to the back. Minor surface marks are present. The inner dust cover is present. The bracelet is most likely a later addition, and preserved also in extremely good condition.
DIAL: the dial sports strong graphics without losses. The accents and commas of the signature are present. No relevant surface marks are present. The numerals are well preserved as well, with the numeral "4" having a hint of oxidation. While it is possible the surface of the dial underwent a non-invasive cleaning in the past, we do not detect any sign of restoration. Furthermore, after examination of the period catalogue illustration, we believe the dial is in the exact same condition as it was when the watch first appeared on the public market in 1996.
MOVEMENT: the movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph works properly. A service for oiling and cleaning is suggested given the age of the watch.
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1949
Movement No
867'701
Reference No
1463
Case No
653'525
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. 13''', 23 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel Gay Frères bracelet, max length 205mm
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Gay Frères deployant clasp
Dimensions
35mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed; bracelet signed by bracelet maker
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Breguet numerals in 1949 and its subsequent sale on July 24, 1950.
Condition Report:
CASE: the case is offered in remarkable condition. The lugs are full, the pinholes are well distanced from the sides, the satin finish to the band is strong as is the circular satin finish to the back. Minor surface marks are present. The inner dust cover is present. The bracelet is most likely a later addition, and preserved also in extremely good condition.
DIAL: the dial sports strong graphics without losses. The accents and commas of the signature are present. No relevant surface marks are present. The numerals are well preserved as well, with the numeral "4" having a hint of oxidation. While it is possible the surface of the dial underwent a non-invasive cleaning in the past, we do not detect any sign of restoration. Furthermore, after examination of the period catalogue illustration, we believe the dial is in the exact same condition as it was when the watch first appeared on the public market in 1996.
MOVEMENT: the movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph works properly. A service for oiling and cleaning is suggested given the age of the watch.
