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Patek Philippe 18k Curved Case c.1926

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The Watch
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Prior to the start of the 20th Century, Patek Philippe was mostly known for their top quality Pocket Watches, as they were more popular and widely used by the public. They were commissioned to make great works for aristocrats around Europe, for example their first ever Wristwatch was produced for Countess Kostowisz of Hungary.

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Fast forward to the 1920's and Wristwatches were increasingly being spotted on the wrists of wealthy businessmen as the popularity of the Wristwatch grew Worldwide. Today's example is a wonderful curved 18k Gold piece dating to around 1926. This shape was produced by Patek with comfort in mind as the watch wraps beautifully around the Wrist.
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Beating away inside is the Patek Philippe calibre 9"' movement, which has a lever escapement. The original dial is typical of the 20's with large Arabic Radium Numerals.

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This guy comes accompanied by a Genuine Patek Strap and Genuine Patek 18ct Gold Buckle.

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View this beauty in a video: here

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The Specs


Age: c.1926.
Movement: Time Only, Hand Wind.
Timekeeping: Good.
Service History: Unknown.
Dial: Original Patek Philippe Factory Radium Dial.
Case: 18ct Gold.
Measurements: 24mm x 35mm.
Bezel: Solid.
Water Resistant?: No.
Hands: Original.
Crystal: Original Acrylic Crystal.
Crown: Original Crown.
Strap/Bracelet: On a Genuine Patek Philippe Strap with 18k Gold Patek Philippe Buckle.
Lug Width: 20mm


Getting Acquainted

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Bits that stand out:
- Beautiful Curved Case.
-Extremely Impressive Movement.
- All Original. Bar Strap.
-18ct Gold Patek Buckle.

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Nitty Gritty:
- Light marks to Dial.
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Overall the PP is in amazing condition for its age.
The Dial is in a lovely condition with some light marks.
18ct Gold Case is in great nick.
Original Crown.
Original Crystal, with Light Scratches.
All Original Hands are in nice order.
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Photographed on a 7in Wrist.