It has been widely recognized that Patek Philippe produces the most magnificent minute repeaters, rendering it a perfect complication choice to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the manufacturer. The present reference 3979 represents the condensed knowledge of Patek Philippe working with minute repeaters.

Every since the 16th century, the minute repeater was developed for users to tell time in the dark. With artificial lighting it seems that modern society never experiences true darkness, though the minute repeater still remains very popular for its thoughtful mechanism and meticulous craftmanship.

The 3979 incorporates the automatic caliber R 27 PS with a 22k gold planetary rotor, displayed with a sapphire crystal back proudly exhibiting this phenomenal execution. Visually speaking, the watch bears a porcelain white dial, decorated with astounding black painted Roman numerals and a minute chapter ring. Upon activating the slide-piece, the striking mechanism converts the vision on the hands to the sensation of the ears.

The reference 3979 chimes a serene tone which is certain to pull the heartstrings of all discerning collectors. Upon inspecting the additional solid case back one can discover an intriguing gold mark which reads "JHP", indicating that the present case is forged by master case maker Jean-Pierre Hagmann, and is one of the very first reference 3979 cases to be produced.