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PATEK PHILIPPE | A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE REF 3800/1 MVT 3020952 CASE 2990771 NAUTILUS MADE IN 1995
Estimate
140,000 - 240,000 HKD
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Description
- A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE REF 3800/1 MVT 3020952 CASE 2990771 NAUTILUS MADE IN 1995
- stainless steel
- diameter 33.5 mm, bracelet circumference approximatively 185 mm
• cal. 330/194 automatic movement, 30 jewels • grey ribbed dial, applied luminous baton indexes, aperture for date • stainless steel Nautilus case • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet and folding clasp
Condition
Movement in working order when cataloging. Date sets. Dial in good condition. Hands may be possibly replaced. Case in fair condition, with a minor lack on top left lug and some surface scratches to the bezel. Bracelet with signs of wear and normal surface scratches and scuffs. Overall in good condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin and Extract from the Archives. The Nautilus celebrated its 40th birthday in 2016. Its creator Gerald Genta has designed this watch within 5 minutes in a restaurant watching the Patek Philippe executives dining. It was a watch that was born during the 70s quartz watch crisis. A design drawn in 5 minutes could last beyond 40 years and more years to come, is certainly an icon of times.
Considering that most watch brands during that period was still manufacturing the classic yellow gold bracelet watches, Patek Philippe has taken an advance approach to put this bold watch design inspired by the porthole transatlantic liner, with wide bezel and ‘ears’ at each side evoking the large hinges of those watertight windows. Commercially speaking, this is not only a revolutionary in design but Patek Philippe also launched an advertisement campaign “one of the world’s costliest watches is made of steel”. At then, by comparison, a Patek Philippe mechanical wristwatch in 18k-gold with an 18k-gold mesh bracelet retailed approximately below US$4,000, and a steel Rolex Daytona chronograph retailed for approximately below US$1,000. The first version of Nautilus – reference 3700/1 in stainless steel was retailed for approximately at US$3,100, was made from block of nickel-chrome molybdenum steel. Patek Philippe has launched the advertising campaign featuring the sword and knight, conveying the message of ‘faithfulness’ between how a sword to a knight is. The entire concept of the Nautilus is to also capture the new market of younger clientele, which is now proven its success in the span of decades.
Considering that most watch brands during that period was still manufacturing the classic yellow gold bracelet watches, Patek Philippe has taken an advance approach to put this bold watch design inspired by the porthole transatlantic liner, with wide bezel and ‘ears’ at each side evoking the large hinges of those watertight windows. Commercially speaking, this is not only a revolutionary in design but Patek Philippe also launched an advertisement campaign “one of the world’s costliest watches is made of steel”. At then, by comparison, a Patek Philippe mechanical wristwatch in 18k-gold with an 18k-gold mesh bracelet retailed approximately below US$4,000, and a steel Rolex Daytona chronograph retailed for approximately below US$1,000. The first version of Nautilus – reference 3700/1 in stainless steel was retailed for approximately at US$3,100, was made from block of nickel-chrome molybdenum steel. Patek Philippe has launched the advertising campaign featuring the sword and knight, conveying the message of ‘faithfulness’ between how a sword to a knight is. The entire concept of the Nautilus is to also capture the new market of younger clientele, which is now proven its success in the span of decades.