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I saw a few in the 1937 to 1939 period
You can have a look at these references:
In 1937: in some 499, not all versions, even the 533 Chronograph (chronographs don't have often a swiss mention at all)
In 1938: in some 560, 565, 598, 556, the 591 Chronograph, 1420
In 1939: some 1435
Maybe the picture you're sharing shows it was displayed even later but it seems to be a very narrow period.
It seems to be explained by a French requirement that you can read about, here: www.watchprosite.com
Best, Mark
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Question about a dial face
Does anyone know what period Patek Philippe adopted this printing on the dial? Was it a period of time or maybe aimed within a specific geographic area? I am not sure. I have seen very few dials from the 1940-50s so suspect it is from the pre-1960 era.......
Hi joe
I have had look at some of my pieces but none of them say "fab suisse" Mainly swiss or nothing I suspect early 50\'s but wonder whether these dials were made for a specific market If I was at home I reckon John reardons book might have the answer Cheeers ...
I think it is early 50s....
.....and i do think it is correct...but I just haven't seen it before.
I saw a few in the 1937 to 1939 period
You can have a look at these references: In 1937: in some 499, not all versions, even the 533 Chronograph (chronographs don't have often a swiss mention at all) In 1938: in some 560, 565, 598, 556, the 591 Chronograph, 1420 In 1939: some 1435 Maybe the pi...
indeed....
......what is interesting to me is that i can see few, if any, in the early 1950s. But this watch is from the early 1950s. Further, I can see watches dating from before and after that do not have the same marking....which makes me think Julian is correct....
Indeed, as it seems to be a French requirement,
maybe only the watches sold in France had this dial inscription. Best, Mark
not exactly...
but if i remember correctly the latest one i can recall is from the mid 60´s. i saw it at an auction, need to double check it. Let you know if i can give more detail information. Best Heimo
The earliest I have seen is early 40's. There are 2 Rolex chrono
At the Phillip\'s auction with this configuration Julian
Thanks Julian
I think there are isolated examples stretching through the 1950s. Possibly watches that have been unsold for years.
