Patek Philippe

• cal. 13 manual winding movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 23 jewels • silvered dial, applied gold Breguet numerals, poire hands, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, outer tachometer scale • two rectangular chronograph pushers to the band, snap back • case, dial and movement signed • Extract from the Archives confirming sale with Breguet numerals 1 Oct 1945

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph is functioning, however it may require service soon. It is stamped PXP, indicating it was made for the American market. The dial has aged slightly with a light patina and appears to have been washed at some point. The blued steel chronograph hand is slightly bent. There is some loss to the hard enamel in the second 'I' of Philippe in the signature. The hallmark to the band at 9 o'clock is rubbed, however the hallmark on the back of the lower right lug is quite crisp. The case has some light surface scuffs throughout. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
"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."

Production of Ref. 130 commenced in 1934 and continued for over 30 years. It was the first chronograph wristwatch bearing a reference number Patek Philippe created in series. The Ref. 130 had a retail price of $600 during the WWII and was available with a number of dial variations. The present lot features Breguet stylized numerals and a tachometer, a rare combination that is aesthetically pleasing and useful at the same time.

For a discussion of Ref. 130, see Reardon, J. Patek Philippe in America, p. 116. Further examples of Ref. 130 are illustrated in Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe, Vol. II, Second Edition, pp. 262-3.