I actually found 2 models on C24: a 3418 with Milanese bracelet in Switzerland and a 3419 with Beyer dial and leather strap in Italy. But they retail above €20k, which I really find to high even if their collectibility is undeniable. Best.

Ref. 3418 & 3419 are called ‘ Convertible ’ because the 35mm case of these models, made only in stainless steel , has an unusual design, where the lugs of the leather strap or Milanese bracelet are detachable . To do this, you just need to unscrew the bac

To the untrained eye, this is your run-of-the-mill dress piece from Patek Philippe, but to those who know what they're looking at (or have had the distinct pleasure of unscrewing an example's caseback) it's anything but. In truth, this is a tool watch , t

Imagine the opening scene of a movie set . The location is the Hadron Collider in Switzerland. The actor is Benedict Cumberbatch playing the role of a scientist. He is wearing a crisp white lab coat. He walks into the lab and raises his arm and pulls back

Imagine the opening scene of a movie set . The location is the Hadron Collider in Switzerland. The actor is Benedict Cumberbatch playing the role of a scientist. He is wearing a crisp white lab coat. He walks into the lab and raises his arm and pulls back

It is called "convertible" because with an easy maneuver you can change the metal band to leather strap. Caliber 27 AM 400 antimagnetic Best G.

just got a bit of much needed TLC looks great now .. This message has been edited by chrisduggan on 2015-01-31 03:14:16

just got this beauty the stainless is a nice change ..

Hi, i've never seen this piece myself but here is what I think. At 34mm it is a medium sized Calatrava, but somewhat among the large ones in historical pieces. 34mm is still wearable IMO, specially for a vintage piece. The watch is fitted with calibre 12-

Hi, I am interested in general comments on how the watch compares to the other vintage Patek ss calatravas in terms of size, dial legibility, dressiness or casual sport. I also understand this model has been referred to as a "convertible" due to its capab