Epitomizing the essence of 'the classic watch' remembered today, this model features a manually wound movement, round gold case, understated dial, slender hands, and simple baton markers. As one writer aptly stated, "The extra-slim watch, whose style embraces only the strict essentials, has continued to seduce for its elegance and discretion."
Powered by a Patek Philippe caliber 175 handwound movement, the company's first ultra-thin mechanism, the watch excels in technical merits. This illustrious movement was awarded the prestigious "Geneve Quality Seal".
We are proud to offer it in pleasing original condition, indicative of a watch worn with respect for its rarity and value. Its elegant, midsize case is near mint. Its classic silver dial is untouched and mint. Its high-grade Patek Philippe movement is clean. Photos of the inside available upon request. Please inquire if you would like an Archive Extract.
For the finishing touch we have installed a new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
Please note: A similar watch is published in Patek Philippe Wristwatches, by Martin Huber and Alan Banbery, 1998, p. 201.
- Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Year built: c. 1965
- Model: Ref. 3470
- Functions: Time
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: 18K gold
- Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve, Swiss, 18K, 3470, 315120
- Case condition: Near mint
- Dimensions: 30mm diameter, 5mm thick
- Dial: Silver with gold applique baton indexes, original, mint condition
- Movement type: High grade, manually wound, Cal. 175, specially designed shock protection, stamped twice with the Geneva Quality Hallmark, rhodium-plated, “fausses côtes” decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, Gyromax balance adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, self-compensating flat balance spring
- Movement markings: Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Adjusted to Heat, Cold, Isochronism, 5 Positions, Eighteen Jewels, 175, stamped twice with the prestigious Seal of Geneva
- Jewels: 18 rubies
- Band: Genuine Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
- Width between lugs: 16mm
- Band condition: Brand new and unused
- Crystal type: Sapphire glass
- Serviced: Freshly cleaned and oiled.
- Timing: Keeping time within approximately 20 seconds per day
- Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
