This 60-year-old Patek Philippe Calatrava, reference 3445 in 18k white gold, is a prime example of classic watchmaking excellence from the house of Patek Philippe. Its silver dial exudes timeless elegance, thoughtfully balanced by the small seconds at 6 o'clock and the date window at 3 o'clock.
The 35mm case, with its finely beveled lugs and slim profile, remains unpolished despite light signs of wear – a perfect condition for collectors who appreciate wearing their watches rather than keeping them locked away in a safe. A rare feature of this Calatrava is its screw-down caseback – a technical detail seldom seen on Patek Philippe dress watches of this era.
Inside beats the in-house automatic caliber 27-460 M, renowned for its precision and reliability. The watch received a full service in 2023 and is in excellent technical condition.
A rare opportunity to own a genuine Patek Philippe from the golden age of Geneva watchmaking – elegant, wearable, and full of character.
Condition report
Dial: immaculately preserved – white gold markers and hands – signed with: "Patek Philippe Geneve Swiss".
Case: 18k white gold case - slight signs of wear - unpolished - intact edges - original Calatrava crown - small dent on the crown - screw-down case back - intact gold hallmarks on the lugs - correct engravings on the back.
Movement: Patek Philippe automatic caliber 27-460 M - last serviced in 2023 - values on the timegrapher: rate deviation +6s/day, beat error: 0.8 ms, amplitude: 269 degrees.
Strap: Leather strap with an 18k white gold clasp.
Movement number: 1127xxx
Case number: 325xxx
Int.Exe.: 1659060