PATEK PHILIPPE | VERY RARE AND IMPORTANT PLATINUM MINUTE REPEATING TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH ENAMEL DIAL AND BREGUET NUMERALSREF 3939P MVT 1903090 CASE 4287179 CIRCA 2007

Movement: cal. RTO 27 PS manual winding, 28 jewelsCase: platinum, minute repeating slide to the band, sapphire crystal display backBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: platinum Patek Philippe buckleSize: 33 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, C.O.S.C., additional case back, instruction manual, leather portfolio and presentation box

The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working. The minute repeating is in phase and chimes with a sweet and loud tone with clarity. The watch is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear only. The case with minor signs of wear to the bezel and band, however nothing major. Otherwise the watch is in very good overall condition and must have been worn a handful of times only. The folding clasp is in very good overall condition with minor signs of wear only. Overall a very good example. * 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. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to 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."

Reference 3939 was first launched in 1993 and was in production until 2009. It is considered one of the most elegant and subtle of the Patek Philippe grand complication timepieces. The movement, caliber RTO 27 PS, incorporates two of the most coveted complications, the minute repeater and the tourbillon. The unparalleled resonance and exquisite tone of the minute repeating chime undoubtedly appeal to the most discerning collector. Furthermore, the gravity-defying tourbillon admired through the sapphire crystal case back, allows the watch to achieve chronometer-like accuracy. For technical reasons, Patek Philippe chose to conceal the tourbillon, rather than revealing it through an aperture on the dial-side.

Reference 3939 is housed in a 33mm case with a beautifully proportioned enamel dial. Despite the contemporary trend for larger dials, it is a perfect contemporary classic and illustrates timeless sophisticated technical achievement by Patek Philippe.                                         

The present watch is from the later series of reference 3939 and fitted with a larger crown that was introduced to prevent over-winding the mechanism.

Consigned by an extremely important collector, the present reference 3939 is one of the handful examples that have returned to the market in pristine condition and is repeating in phase with a beautiful tone and clarity.