Lot 129
  • 129

PATEK PHILIPPE | NAUTILUS, REFERENCE 3800/1STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE MADE IN 1983

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • NAUTILUS, REFERENCE 3800/1STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE MADE IN 1983
Dial: blue Calibre: cal. 335 SC automatic, 29 jewels Movement number: 1'422'707Case: stainless steel and 18ct yellow gold Nautilus, screw-down crown Case number: 2'801'137Closure: stainless steel and 18ct yellow gold Nautilus bracelet with double folding clasp Dimensions: 35mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on January 27, 1984

Condition

DIAL: in good condition. Hands in good condition. CASE: with scuffs and marks throughout. More noticeable scuffs around the bezel. Multiple deep marks and scratches on the case back MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing, date advancing Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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

In production from 1981 until 2006, the reference 3800 is the smaller version of the original Nautilus reference 3700. This unusual two-tone piece is from the first series, only available until 1987 and is fitted with the calibre 335SC.