Patek Philippe Vintage
1946 Vintage Mens Ref. 1438 Rectangular Watch with Hooded Lugs - 18K Gold
Basic Info
Listing code : QW0PA9
Brand : Patek Philippe
Model : Vintage
Reference number : 10349
Dealer product code : 10349
Movement : Manual winding
Case material : Yellow gold
Bracelet material : Lizard skin
Year of production : 1946
Condition : Used (Very good)
Most Recent Servicing : February 25, 2026
Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : United States of America, Georgia, Suwanee
Price : 9,521
Availability : Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement : Manual winding
Caliber/movement : 9-90
Number of jewels : 18
Case
Case material : Yellow gold
Case diameter : 22.5 x 35 mm
Water resistance : Not water resistant
Crystal : Plastic
Dial : Silver
Dial numerals : Roman numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Lizard skin
Bracelet color : Black
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1946 PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Mens Ref. 1438 Rectangular Watch with Hooded Lugs - 18K Gold
Very Fine & Beautiful - Beautiful Restored Condition - 1 Year Warranty
We are proud to offer the timelessly classic Patek Philippe wristwatch showcased in today's offering. It features an elegant rectangular case with hooded lugs and silver dial with gold accents.
As fine on the inside as the outside, it is powered by one of Patek Philippe's illustrious 9'90 movements, so well designed that Patek used it for more than 40 years! The 9'90 Patek Philippe movement is a tonneau shaped movement introduced in 1934 that was fitted into many famous Patek Philippe watches such as the "Banana" (ref. 2442), the "Eiffel Tower " (ref. 2441), and the "Tegolino".
Its 18K gold case has distinctive hooded tubular lugs in a late Art Deco style. Its silver dial with gold accents beautifully complements the case.
It has all of its original parts down to its winding crown and has just finished a true expertly done restoration.
Its case presents in beautiful condition with hardly any previous signs of polishing. It is just short of mint with only light wear - it retains a strong hallmark on the right side.
Its dial has been restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America. It still retains its original raised enamel signature.
One of our Master watchmakers has fully serviced the watch and restored the movement which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, expertly fabricating a new hour wheel, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $1895 value).
It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Patek in our testing recording position.
Detailed Appraisal:
Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Country of origin: Switzerland
Year built: c. 1946
Serial no.: 832,468
Model: Ref. 1438
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 18K gold
Case markings (outside): Hallmarked with precious metal stamp, inscribed "John Whiting Friel"
Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, 623,424
Case condition: Its case presents in beautiful condition with hardly any previous signs of polishing. It is just short of mint with only light wear - it retains a strong hallmark on the right side.
Dimensions: 22.5mm wide (without crown), 35mm long lug tip to tip
Dial: Silver with applied gold Roman and half spherical indexes, signed Patek Philippe, subsidiary seconds dial, expertly restored with original raised enamel signature still present
Hands: Original, gold "batons"
Movement type: High grade Cal. 9-90, tonneau-shaped, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring, micrometer regulator
Jewels: 18 rubies
Band: Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 16mm
Crystal: Acrylic, very good condition with light wear visible under magnification
Please inquire if you would like a brand new crystal installed.
Serviced: One of our Master watchmakers has fully serviced the watch and restored the movement which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, expertly fabricating a new hour wheel, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $1895 value).
Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Patek in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
SKU 10349
