FabR
[Senior Patek Moderator]
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Looks delicious! If the dial is all original, which I have no reason to doubt (but the auction lot should include the documents of the watch or at least an Extract), these sapphire markers are a terrific addition to this beauty! Thanks for sharing.
Ref. 3796
A watch with gems isn't for everyone but I think this isn't over the top and is tastefully done. Also, at 31mm, it's probably going to find few admirers although I have no issue with this. According to the auction house, it is one of two known examples. I...
not forgetting the beautiful enamel dial?
if I am not mistaken... this is a gem in the true sense. 31mm is very appropriate
I am no expert
but I feel at that 30 years ago, they did not always bother to indicate when dials were enamel. There was less scrutiny back then, just the love of craftsmanship well done, without the need to advertise it. From your picture, this dial has the 'milky glow...
This is the best use of gems ...
... on a man's watch in my opinion. Congratulations!
It is usual for the enamel dial to be mentioned in the extracts
Also the sigma sign (also known as the aprior) indicates gold indices rather than a gold plate for the dial Lovely watch Very rare with jewelled indices Julian