Patek Philippe

• cal. CH27-70Q manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 24 jewels, Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 8 positions • silvered dial, applied indexes, apertures for day and month, three subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds combined with 24-hour indication, 30-minute register combined with leap year indicator and date combined with aperture for moon-phases • scooped bezel, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • with an 18k yellow gold PP bracelet and unique clasp • case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed, Certificate of Origin, spare case back, setting pin, leather folder and presentation case  

Manual winding movement running, calendar functions are advancing and chronograph is in perfect working order. Dial is in excellent condition. Case and bracerlet appear to be in unsed condition but case might have been gently polished once, but hallmark is still clearly visible. Overall the watch is in excellent condition and the watch has been serviced by Patek Philippe in August 2009.
"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."

One of the rare features of this timepiece its clasp. It was specially made by Patek Philippe for the owner as the design of this clasp makes the closing of the bracelet much easier than those featured on standard bracelets. According to our research, this is the first time this watch has appeared at auction. 

Reference 3970 is illustrated in Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, Vol. 2, Second Edition, p. 305.