PATEK PHILIPPE | A FINE AND RARE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CUSHION-FORM WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETREF 3700/1A MVT 1309502 CASE 539313 'JUMBO' NAUTILUS MADE IN 1980

• cal. 28-255C automatic movement, stamped with the Geneva seal, 36 jewels • black ribbed dial, applied luminous white gold baton indexes and hands, aperture for date • stainless steel Nautilus case • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet and folding clasp

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing, the date functions are working properly. The dial with signs of tarnishing at places. The indexes with signs of wear throughout, however the luminous materials has aged beautifully. The hands may have been possibly replaced during a servicing. The bezel with signs of wear throughout but particularly at 12 o'clock. The band with wear specifically at 9 o'clock. The case back with signs of wear toward the center and tiny pinhead at 12 o'clock. The bracelet with minor surface wear to the center links. Overall a very attractive watch. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives. The presently watch, known as the 'Jumbo' Nautilus, is the largest of the vintage Nautilus series. Reference 3700 was launched in 1976 and was designed by Gerald Genta. Production continued until 1998.

For reference 3700/1 in stainless steel and the calibre 28-255, please see "Patek Philippe Wristwatches" by Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, pages 230 and 231.