1942 Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 World War II Era Watch, 18K Gold with Papers - The Original

1942 Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 World War II Era Watch, 18K Gold with Papers - The OriginalThe Patek Philippe showcased in today's offering is an example of one of the company's iconic watches, made during the second World War. Arguably the company's most well known vintage model, the Ref. 96, introduced in the 1930's, was Patek Philippe's first creation from the Calatrava collection. It is the original Calatrava a true classic, occupying a prestigious place among the great wristwatches of the 20th century. Featuring an elegant, understated

Presents as mint condition with slight stretch and the slight signs of having been polished

the watch shows only light signs of use

Crisp hallmark on the side of a lug

Luminiscents: Hands and Dial Markers

It is in near new-old-stock condition and appears to have spent virtually all of its life safely stored away

Powered by the Pellaton Caliber 8541 movement

Our uncommon version has a gorgeous dark gray dial that has a hint of brown

Its distinctive look closely resembles a Cartier Tank - it has the same length and width dimensions as the mens Tank from the era

Manufacturer: Gerald Genta

gold applique baton markers

Presents like new on the wrist

and wear to the prying area where the back comes off