PATEK PHILIPPE

百達翡麗，「Calatrava」型號3796，精細，玫瑰金小三針腕錶，備玫瑰金錶盤， 約1999年製。附後補證書

Manufacturer Patek Philippe

Year Circa 1999

Reference No. 3796

Movement No. 1’828’053

Case No. 2’907’436

Model Name Calatrava

Material 18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 215 S, 18 jewels

Bracelet/Strap Leather

Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle

Dimensions 31mm diameter

Signed Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate

HKD 50,000-100,000

USD 6,400-12,800

Arguably the last true “legacy model” made by Patek Philippe, the ref. 3796 was introduced in 1982 and in production till the late 1990s in lieu of the discontinued ref. 96, the first and original Calatrava of the 1930s. The two models look identical when on the wrist, both measuring at 31mm diameter. The minor differences are the sapphire glass, the new cal. 215 S of the present reference and the caseback which is now waterproof and with a small flap for easier opening.

A striking timepiece for its size, the present Calatrava ref. 3796 is encased in 18K pink gold with an equally charming pink gold Sigma dial, as seen by the lower-case Greek letter sigma beside the “Swiss” signature at the bottom of the dial, indicating that the hands and hour markers of the watch are made of solid gold.

Previously unknown, the present Calatrava is the 75th pink gold ref. 3796 to have resurfaced onto the market, from which only 30 examples boast this clean, divine, pink-on-pink configuration. Preserved in outstanding overall condition, it is a true testament to Patek Philippe's discreet elegance and ageless aesthetics.

百達翡麗，型號5004R-014，極度複雜罕有，玫瑰金追針計時萬年曆腕錶，備月相、 閏年、日夜顯示，1999年製。附錶盒、備用錶盤、調整筆

Manufacturer Patek Philippe

Year 1999

Reference No. 5004R-014

Movement No. 879’801

Case No. 4’060’528

Material 18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CHR27-70 G, 28 jewels

Bracelet/Strap Leather

Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp

Dimensions 36mm diameter

Signed Case, dial, movement and clasp signed

Estimate

HKD 980,000-1,960,000

USD 126,000-251,000

Accessories

Accompanied by Patek Philippe leather foilo, additional pink gold solid caseback, setting pin, service hang tags, leather case and presentation box. Further delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Opaline dial and rose gold Arabic numerals indexes in 1999 and its subsequent date of sale on 10th April 2000.

Known for its mechanical prowess, the ref. 5004 is a holy grail with an estimated output of 12 examples only per annum. This reference was made between 1994 and 2010 and was the first serially produced perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph with moon phases by the firm. Celebrated as one of the great neo-classical high complication models in the Patek Philippe catalogue, it was one of the last models to be powered by the “Nouvelle Lemania” based calibre, a powerful movement compacted into a 36mm case.

The ref. 5004 is an exemplary demonstration of Patek Phillipe’s impressive technological achievements. Fusing form and function, it takes after the preceding ref. 3970 with subtle differences, such as a thicker case, granting it a much more wrist presence, while remaining superbly elegant and understated. In terms of practicality, the presence of the 24-hour and leapyear indications are enormously useful when it comes to setting the watch. Not to mention, this tastefully arranged layout is uncluttered and easy on the eyes, allowing its wearer to fully admire the dial and read the time without distractions.

Dubbed as a highly collectible specimen, the present pink gold ref. 5004R-014 is a true gem from 1999, offered in excellent overall condition. The model was serially produced in the three golds and platinum, plus one titanium example and a number of stainless steel pieces made with the last calibre available. Out of the four “standard” precious metals, the pink gold version appears to be one of the scarcest, with an estimated production of around 200 examples. According to our research, the present timepiece is the 42nd to be identified in the market sporting the exact configuration.

899. A very fine, rare and historically important limited edition yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with solid yellow gold dial, engraved case back, burgundy bezel and bracelet, numbered 12 of a limited edition 1014 pieces. Presented to Captain Charles “Pete” Conrad, Jr.