Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 1442R vintage Art Deco rectangular watch is made in 18K rose gold case with curved down rounded lugs with rose dial raised gold indexes. It is fitted with a 9" 90 caliber 18-jewel manual winding movement #834247 and case #623078. The watch is further accompanied with its original fitted box from Brock & Co. Los Angeles. The watch is accompanied with and extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture in 1941 and further sale to Brock in 1942
Date & Paperwork:
The watch was made in 1941, confirmed with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale. Additionally, the watch comes with a one year movement guarantee.
Condition: Very good condition especially considering its age of 85 years old. The Case is really in excellent condition with its hallmark stamp very strong and sharp. The dial is original with the long signature still in the hard enamel. The hands and crown are also original and well preserved overall.
Note the dial has wear to the top and bottom due to the rubbing on the upper bezel-case. The fitted box also has wear and is soiled. Also the dial is rose and looks different in natural ling verses all other lights.
Essay:
Reference 1442 was introduced in 1940 and remained in production until 1946.
Specifications:
Reference Number: 1442R
Year Manufactured: 1941
Case Measurements: 36mm x 21mm
Movement: Manual wind.