Introduction: Patek Philippe 2451A stainless steel Calatrava measuring 31mm. The watch is made between 1951-1952 and is fitted with a 10"-200 caliber 18-jewel movement #959660; case # 664822. The dial has raised White Gold hour markers, sub second hand and silver dial. The watch is further fitted with an calf skin strap . The watch is further accompanied with an Archive Extract confirming its date of manufacture and further sale in 1953.
Case: Two-body Water Resistant screw down back case made in Stainless Steel measuring 31mm
Dial: The dial is silvered colored with raised White Gold batten hour markers, and White gold feuille hands
Movement: The watch is fitted with a 10"-200 caliber 18-jewel movement.
Date & Paperwork: The watch was made in 1952 and sold in 1953
Essay: The 2451 was introduced in 1949 and in production until 1958. This model was introduced so there was a water resistant variation the the acclaimed 96 Calatrava reference. The model was made in yellow gold and rose gold with a few examples in stainless steel. The watch measures 31.5mm with a screw down water resistant back case.
Functions: Time only
Condition: The case is in excellent overall condition, the dial has been reprinted. The crown is original to the watch. The watch is further accompanied with and Extract from the Archives. The movement has just been serviced and comes with a 1 year guarantee.