Introduction: Patek Philippe 1589J Calatrava watch is made in 18K yellow gold, the size is size, 36 mm in diameter. The watch has its original hard enamel signature with a Blue Gray Dial, This dial is quite rare and it has 18K gold indexes and Dolphin hands and sub second hand. The watch is fitted with a 12”’400 caliber 18-jewel movement, #723093 and a case #306742. The watch is accompanied with a brown lizard strap and a 18K gold Patek buckle.
Condition: The case is in excellent like new condition, with its hallmarks sharp and deep. The case was made by Antoine Gerlach (4), the same as the 1st Calatrava the 96's and 570's. This watch is in amazing original condition. The case has not been polished, and has sharp edges to the case with very strong hallmarks. Original crown and original factory dial. Plus original vintage gold Patek buckle.The dial as stated has the original hard enamel buy was probably serviced at the factory for the current color. This is an exceptional condition example of a 36mm Calatrava. The watch has been serviced and comes with a 1 year warranty. To view the real color of the dial it is best to refer to the picture taken in daylight on the wrist.
Date & Paperwork:
The watch was made in 1954, There will be an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale.
Essay: Patek Philippe introduced the reference 1589 in 1944 when gentleman's dress watches were typically manufactured with a 32-34mm diameter cases. The reference featured an Antoine Gerlach- fabricated oversized case measuring 36mm in diameter, however it had an even bigger look and feel thanks to its extended attached lugs. Production was limited to approximately eight years and made in two series, the first with the caliber 12-120, such as the present watch. Followed by the caliber 12-400 . The Stern Frères dials were typically silvered or pink with Roman or square hour markers and outer pearled minute dots.
Condition: This watch is in amazing original condition. The case has not been polished, and has sharp edges to the case with very strong hallmarks. Original crown and original factory dial. Plus original vintage gold Patek buckle.