Patek Philippe Calatrava 5153J-001, 18k Gold, 2009

An exceptional, full set example of the stunning Patek Philippe Calatrava 5153J-001. 

The watch features an elegant guilloched dial, complete with polished gold hour markers and dauphine hour and minute hands. The 38mm 18k gold case includes an officer's-style hinged case back offering viewing of the superb automatic calibre 324SC movement beneath.

The watch is fitted with a hand-stitched Patek Philippe brown large-scaled alligator strap with an 18K yellow gold folding clasp. Finally, this watch comes with the Patek Philippe inner and outer presentation boxes, as well as a 2011 certificate of origin, Patek Philippe brochures, and instructions, hang tag and even the outer cardboard shipping box!

The Patek Philippe Calatrava is arguably the most famous from within the Patek Philippe family; first introduced in the early 1930s, the Calatrava's popularity developed steadily during the 1930s and 1940s, until its legendary reputation was cemented in the 1960s. 

Technical & Condition: 

Overall in exceptional condition this watch appears almost unworn in terms of its condition. Dial, movement and glass are all mint. The case has the smallest of scratches when viewed under a loupe. 

• Case size (exc. crown): 37mm
• Case material: 18k Gold
• Movement: Automatic calibre 324SC
• Strap/bracelet: Brown alligator strap, with an 18k yellow gold Calatrava Cross deployment buckle
• Box and papers: Original boxes & papers

This Patek Philippe Calatrava is your to 'own'...

You can never genuinely own a Patek Philippe, as you will have heard said. With prices set to continue to rise on references like this (up over 8% in the past 12 months alone) now is the perfect time to secure such a complete example. 

Invest in the Patek Philippe history for yourself and future generations with this Patek Philippe Calatrava 5153J-001. We've squeezed our margin on this, so don't wait; you'll be hard-pressed to find a finer example at this price.