Patek Philippe Calatrava 96

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Condition: Used (Very good) The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.
Year of Production: 1991
Case Size: 31mm
Case Material: Rose gold
Dial Color: Orange
Bracelet/Strap: Leather
Movement Type: Manual
Box: No
Papers: No
Location: Malaysia
Description
Basic Info Listing code : NMNI59 Brand : Patek Philippe Model : Calatrava Movement : Manual winding Case material : Rose gold Bracelet material : Leather Year of production : 1991 Condition : Used (Very good) Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Price : 17,500 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Manual winding Case Case material : Rose gold Dial : Orange Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : Leather Other Product safety : Show information One of the bedrocks of the Patek Philippe collection is its classic dress watch—the Calatrava. A necessary foundation piece for any Haute Horlogerie brand, the dress watch archetype is a must and with the Calatrava, Patek Philippe continues to build on its rich tradition to this day. For a bit of historical context, we go back to the ’30s when Charles and Henri Stern purchased the Patek Philippe brand. To revamp the manufacture, the first model they produced is, of course, the Calatrava. The reference 96 came in 1932, at a time when wristwatches were beginning to take over pocket watches, and it was a move that cemented their status as one of the eminent watch brands of the world. To this day, the Stern family still owns Patek Philippe, and you can tell that the Calatrava, and in particular this first reference, is very important to them. In the 1980s, under Philippe Stern’s leadership, the brand introduced the 3796, which is what you see here today. What many do not realise is that the 3796 is nearly a one-to-one recreation of the original Calatrava. From its case size to its coin-edged bezel, it wears the same. Personally, I see it as a tribute and a nod to the family heritage of both Patek and the Sterns and a historically important reference. What we have here today is an exceptional variant of the 3796, presented in a rose-on-rose configuration. This essentially entails a rose gold dial that blends seamlessly into a rose gold case. With the 3796R, the combination just clicks. It imparts a distinctly classical and vintage aura, evoking the traditional aesthetic codes of the Art Deco era—an unmistakable old-world charm, if you will. With its 31mm case seemingly on the small side by today’s standards, its long lugs ensure that it wears larger than its diameter suggests. The rose gold dial of the 3796R showcases a vertical satin-brushed texture, complemented by finely crafted rose gold dauphine hands and appliqué baton indexes. Positioned at 6:00, a small-seconds sub-dial is discreetly incorporated, and if you look even closer, beneath this sub-dial, you will find a “σ SWISS MADE σ” signature. Here, the sigma symbol is intentionally used to signify the use of precious metal on the dial, underscoring and emphasizing its inherent value. From within, the 3796R is powered by an 18-jewelled, 10-ligne, manual-winding Cal. 215 PS (petite seconde), which was the very first caliber to house Patek Philippe's patented Gyromax balance wheel operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph. The Calatrava is widely regarded as the epitome of the ideal dress watch, a sentiment I wholeheartedly share and agree with. The 3796R is arguably the final iteration of the Calatrava series that closely mirrors the original reference 96, it is as pure as it gets. With perfect proportions and elegance, this 3796R is a great dress watch and one that remains understated, until someone who knows notices. CONDITION REPORT This Patek Philippe Calatrava 3796R is in excellent overall condition with only some minor signs of use on the case from previous wear, all of which can be seen in the photos provided. The inside of the caseback is signed with the matching reference number, and the hallmarks and engravings are all sharp and legible. It comes with an extract from the archives verifying the matching case and movement numbers. The watch is in full working order. SPECS Brand: Patek Philippe Year: 1993 Model: Calatrava Reference: 3796R Material: 18-carat Rose Gold Movement: Patek Philippe Cal. 215 PS, Manual-Winding Case Dimensions: 31mm x 7mm (Lug-to-Lug 37mm) Lug Width: 18mm Strap: Patek Philippe Black Alligator Leather Strap with Signed 18-carat Rose Gold Tang Buckle, additional Nostime Dark Navy Textured Calf Leather Strap

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Patek Philippe Calatrava 96 | Rose gold
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