Patek Philippe Calatrava 3579/001 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Box and Papers
Released in 1969 and produced for over a short five year run until 1974, the Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 3579 reflects Patek’s desire to expand beyond their typical design language and experiment with a new style of watchmaking, perhaps most evident in the release of the Nautilus 2 years following the discontinuation of the ref. 3579. A wonderful marriage between typical sporty design and Patek’s refined elegance, the ref. 3579 features a 34mm cushion-shaped case with an intriguing blend of polished and brushed surfaces that give it a truly versatile aesthetic that also benefits from the fact it is made of stainless steel – a rare material for Patek to choose, especially in Patek’s pre-Nautilus era. In fact, the ref. 3579’s stainless steel case positions it as one of the foundational references that enabled Patek Philippe to broaden their catalog with other steel watches. Manually wound and powered by the cal. 23-300 that is secured by a screw-down caseback, the ref. 3579 is certainly not like the modern Patek Philippe timepieces we see today. Supposedly produced for the Japanese market and with a rumoured 200 examples made, the ref. 3579 blends a unique design and rare construction material with an intriguing story that adds to its mystique, something Patek’s sought-after vintage offerings don’t typically have.
THE DIAL With its stunning sunburst silver dial surrounded by a satin brushed concentric ring, the ref. 3579's display reflects the combination of polished and brushed surfaces that adorn its stainless steel case.
THE CONSTRUCTION Boasting a unique stainless steel case that blends an atypical shape for Patek Philippe with an intriguing blend of textures, the ref. 3579's construction is unlike the majority of Patek's offerings through their history.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
