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greck · 6 April 2008, 09:35 PM

All I know about this watch was that it was bought new in Austria around 1969/1970. It is white gold and is a circular face, not an ellipse. Any and all information would be appreciated as I don't even know the name of this model!

Thanks,
Greg

Jedi · 7 April 2008, 02:25 AM

Hi Greg.

This Patek looks very interesting because it's missing lugs for the strap.

What is the strap material?

Now, I cannot say more about this piece other than:

- I am not aware of any 'lugless' designs from Patek. The case shape is reminiscent of the 5039 Perpetual Calendar as it lacks a 'bezel' of any sort.

- Does it not have a reference stamped or engraved on the caseback?

- The indices have a bit of Calatrava to them, but this is definitely not a Calatrava.

you could try posting this on the Patek forums over at TZ or ThePurists.

greck · 8 April 2008, 04:40 AM

Hi Lee,

The bracelet is 18k white gold and the dial is supposed to be blue gold. It is a man's watch. Hopefully the addition of some more pictures will help with the identification of this mystery model.

greck · 8 April 2008, 04:46 AM

...and one last one.

Terry Newton · 8 April 2008, 12:40 PM

That sure is a nice tightly woven band. That is awesomely done. The crystal looks like it could be replaced and a little cleaning and it would look like a million bucks. (Maybe not quite a million

) I think it is quite the sharp watch. Looking at the crystal from the side it looks fine though. Maybe just a good servicing would help. Kind of like Rolex where it would look like brand new when it is returned.

How about sending a copy of the photo to the Patek Phillipe company and see if they can find something in their archives. Worth a try.

Good-luck.

Terry Newton

Jedi · 8 April 2008, 01:04 PM

The band is quite impressive, but the clasp finishing and case back of the watch is not typical of what I perceive to be Patek.

Excellent suggestion Terry, Patek's archives are generally quite helpful. Just check out their website for information.

greck · 10 April 2008, 08:15 PM

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I'll keep you posted.

6 April 2008, 09:35 PM	#1
greck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Canada Watch: GMT 16750 Posts: 66	Help Identifying a Vintage Patek All I know about this watch was that it was bought new in Austria around 1969/1970. It is white gold and is a circular face, not an ellipse. Any and all information would be appreciated as I don't even know the name of this model! Thanks, Greg

7 April 2008, 02:25 AM	#2
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Hi Greg. This Patek looks very interesting because it's missing lugs for the strap. What is the strap material? Now, I cannot say more about this piece other than: - I am not aware of any 'lugless' designs from Patek. The case shape is reminiscent of the 5039 Perpetual Calendar as it lacks a 'bezel' of any sort. - Does it not have a reference stamped or engraved on the caseback? - The indices have a bit of Calatrava to them, but this is definitely not a Calatrava. you could try posting this on the Patek forums over at TZ or ThePurists. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

8 April 2008, 12:40 PM	#5
Terry Newton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Terry Newton Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex TT GMT II c Posts: 6,644	That sure is a nice tightly woven band. That is awesomely done. The crystal looks like it could be replaced and a little cleaning and it would look like a million bucks. (Maybe not quite a million ) I think it is quite the sharp watch. Looking at the crystal from the side it looks fine though. Maybe just a good servicing would help. Kind of like Rolex where it would look like brand new when it is returned. How about sending a copy of the photo to the Patek Phillipe company and see if they can find something in their archives. Worth a try. Good-luck. Terry Newton __________________ Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth "Z" SS Date Submariner "Z" TT GMT-Master IIc

8 April 2008, 01:04 PM	#6
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	The band is quite impressive, but the clasp finishing and case back of the watch is not typical of what I perceive to be Patek. Excellent suggestion Terry, Patek's archives are generally quite helpful. Just check out their website for information. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

8 April 2008, 04:40 AM	#3
greck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Canada Watch: GMT 16750 Posts: 66	Hi Lee, The bracelet is 18k white gold and the dial is supposed to be blue gold. It is a man's watch. Hopefully the addition of some more pictures will help with the identification of this mystery model.

8 April 2008, 04:46 AM	#4
greck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Canada Watch: GMT 16750 Posts: 66	...and one last one.

10 April 2008, 08:15 PM	#7
greck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Canada Watch: GMT 16750 Posts: 66	Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I'll keep you posted.

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