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Patek Philippe 3940J
Feb 25, 2019,18:22 PM
Last Saturday, I saw this beauty at the shop where I was picking up my Omega moonwatch. Didn't have time to take a closer look as I was rushing off to another appointment.
This 3940J is for sale without box and paper.
Looks like a series 3 to me. Based on the conditions, what you do think the price range should be? Not sure if I can post the asking price here. The price I was offered is below what are posted on chrono24. But then, those on chrono24 are in better condition.
Any honest opinions appreciated. Thanks.
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Patek Philippe 3940J
By: rolandc : February 25th, 2019-18:22
Last Saturday, I saw this beauty at the shop where I was picking up my Omega moonwatch. Didn't have time to take a closer look as I was rushing off to another appointment. This 3940J is for sale without box and paper. Looks like a series 3 to me. Based on...
Those dings on the watch are not so obvious unless you look closer.
By: rolandc : February 25th, 2019-21:46
On the 2 sub dials, the one on the left the top hand seems corroded, probably because the 2 hands are made of different metals. The one on the right will eventually become corroded too, not sure if this is a common problem with this series 3. The price is...
I LOVE the 3940!
By: baufoam : February 25th, 2019-23:04
Have been wearing one extensively for 10 years. Patek Philippe made thousands of these watches for a couple of decades. If you can get into this piece at a price that makes you comfortable,then do it. Wear it , enjoy it and revel in the excellence that is...
Thank you for the advice.
By: rolandc : February 25th, 2019-23:14
I am going to check with Patek on the cost for the replacement for the corroded dial hands. Use a loupe to check earlier, the corrosion only limited to the dial hands. The solid case back is in great condition, sticker still in place. After I get a quote ...
Great reference
By: Passionata_george : February 26th, 2019-00:39
but that rust spot(if it is really that) between 6-12 a bit worrisome.
While I cannot see the price....
By: lascases : February 26th, 2019-00:52
... this is a very good example. The key quality is the excellent condition of the case (crisp hallmarks). If this would be different nobody (incl PP) could change it in the future. The corroded hands are no problem. The dial looks also excellent on these...
The price is good but I probably wouldn’t take this
By: Poky : February 26th, 2019-04:56
The ding can probably laser solderd but it will never look like brand-new and most likely the hallmarks will either disappear or get faded when they re-polish the watch. My main issue is with the corrosion visible on the dial side. Who knows what is going...
Costly service
By: watch-er : February 26th, 2019-06:18
You should factor in you could be looking at a costly service of 5K or more. Sellers seem to know that stuff and price accordingly. You never know what needs to be restored or replaced in that movement if the watch has had heavy use as it appears it has w...
Usually...
By: lascases : February 26th, 2019-06:53
... service cost should be 2.5k max for the issues discussed above.
Would not
By: lascases : February 27th, 2019-04:02
polish it either. Still looks fine and keeping the hallmarks as is would be great!
That sounds
By: lascases : February 27th, 2019-04:01
like what I also expected.
Hmmm
By: descartes1 : February 27th, 2019-04:36
Patek website states 1800 chf for servicing perpetual calendar but that does not include replacement of parts which I know can be quite expensive and which they almost always advise to do once the watch is opened
Was quoted by the manager at Patek.
By: rolandc : February 27th, 2019-06:03
I had actually expected it to cost more. So was quite surprised. The manager was quite happy to see this watch, and we chatted for a fair bit on the history. The manager they rarely see this watch being send in for servicing. I am located in Singapore.
Many congrats!
By: lascases : February 27th, 2019-04:03
This like an excellent purchase to me.
Final total cost.
By: rolandc : March 2nd, 2019-08:46
The total cost is USD 2,580.00 which includes the servicing, extract from archives, and replacement of watch strap. They even gave me a Patek Collection Book.
Congrats!
By: GUZZ : March 17th, 2019-15:39
I just dropped my 3940g into Patek. Close to $2K and 18 weeks. Hand replacement included if needed.