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Once I do get any resolution I will post it back here. L

Hi, Thank you for the response. I have sent pictures of the watch inside and out to a representative from Patek and hope that she will respond within a week or two. Keeping my fingers crossed!! L

It dates to 1942. Also has the 9-90 caliber movement with Geneva Seals. L

I don't think it's had anything added. Here you can see a Swiss hallmark (squarish mark) on the lug near where a hole would be if it were like the typical 1438. I don't see evidence of solder or other marks to indicate an aftermarket fabrication. No evidence of former (filled) springbar holes inside

Usually I see these Patek ref 1438 with a case that looks like this: I have one (with Extract from Patek) that looks like this: I hadn't realized there could be significant variations in case design in a reference --- mine has larger lugs - it is close to 42mm long. Comments?

Doesn't look fake to me. This is pretty early for a wristwatch and I've seen plenty of gilt movements like this. Additionally Patek did not case every movement they made. If it were mine I'd apply for an extract from the archives on Patek's website. Also I've had signed Patek cases that I've gotten