Patek Philippe

cal.13-130 damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 23 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, applied gold Arabic and baton numerals, outer tachometer scale, two subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds and 30-minute register • 18k gold case, elongated faceted down-turned lugs, snap-on back • case, dial, and movement signed

Movement running, functions appear in good condition while cataloguing. Dial in its original condition with a lovely patina, some stains in the registers. Case with some small scuffs but with a very clear hallmark. Reference hardly ever seen on the market, a highly desirable chronograph to all collectors due to its unususual elongated lugs.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1941 and sale on August 27th the same year.

Reference 1506 is one of the rarest and largest chronographs manufactured in series by Patek Philippe and was made for a very short period, perhaps just three years from 1941 to 1943. To date, only 5 examples of the ref.1506 are known of which three are in yellow and two in pink gold. The present wristwatch is the only version of reference 1506 known with this type of dial (combination arabic and baton numerals) as the model is usually found with applied roman and baton indexes.

Model 1506 is most notable for its large size and elegant elongated faceted down-turned lugs. The central part of the case is slim, in keeping with the dimensions of the lugs and the case back is deeply domed to accomodate the back of the movement.

For an archive image of a reference 1506 dating to 1941, see Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, p.267, pl.413.