Patek Philippe

10''' nickel movement with wolf's tooth winding and moustache lever, bi-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, blued steel hands • 18k gold tonneau form case, half hunter style cover with central aperture to reveal hands surrounded by blue enamel Roman numerals, case with blue enamel border, wire lugs • case, dial and movement signed • with a two colour 18k gold bracelet

The movement is running but there is discolouration to the bridges and signs of old oil so may benefit from a service. Dial has some slight spotting. Case is overall scuffed and worn. There are scratches to the enamel numerals and areas of enamel missing to the border.
"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 1912 and sale on November 26th, the same year. Interestingly the Extract mentions that the watch was originally manufactured with an "Extending gold bracelet". Although the bracelet of the wristwatch is not signed, it may well be original to the watch.
A simliar watch also manufactured in 1912 but with white enamel roman numerals (Patek Philippe no.170675) was sold at Sotheby's Geneva, 17th May 2004, lot 49.

This is thought to be one of the earliest examples of a wristwatch by Patek Philippe with a movement which has not been recovered from a former pendant watch. Its inspiring ergonomic shape can been seen reflected within modern designs today.
For examples, please refer to Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, 1998 Edition, p.110