Patek Philippe

I\'ve been hunting for my first vintage Patek for some time, particularly a time-only and over-sized Calatrava from the 40s or 50s with a seconds subdial. With the help of a private collector, I just landed this gorgeous 35mm Ref. 2452 from the early 50s ...  

Many congratulations. John.

.....it is a superb area of Patek. Massive congratulations to you. The watch must be a dream to wear and own. Best Joe

Enjoy and wear it in the best of your health. Best wishes Alkiro

Nice to get "thumbs up" from so many fellow Purists whose pieces and taste I've long admired!

Love the watch, but always feels good (and re-assuring...!) to know that others share my appreciation for it. As a relative newbie, it's a scary proposition to pull the trigger on anything like this.

I'm sure the hunt was as enjoyable as the final catch!!!

wonderful catch, it is worth the effort ! wear in best health !! as far as convincing wife, there was some idea in this forum before.... (I don't know who to credit, so a global Thank you !) Best, mahesh., ...  

Best wishes Alkiro

I haven't yet worked up the courage to open the case myself but got this pic from the seller....12-400 caliber.

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This 2452 of yours is beautiful and it shows a very refined design, especially regarding "stepped" elements. This reference has a lot of traditional appeal while remaining pure. Congratulations for the choice and finding this one and enjoy it well Best, M... 

Dial, hands, lugs wow. Superb!

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Best.

You have a beauty there!

I love these sub seconds Calatrava models and the small size does'nt bother me at all. Congrats! GEO

I am sure it took you long to find the proper vintage Calatrava,I am afraid to start the same as I think it's going to be so hard to stop Best, Ahmed

Everything is perfect, dial case and the size Only bad news- you can't stop at one....... Big congrats Julian

Cheers. Geross.

This is a stunner! I'm always interested in acquiring a vintage Patek. I'm learning hard before I could make my first decision. To me they represent pure fineness and class. Enjoy yours.

what a fantastic catch! really love the lugs, so gorgeous.

But anyway - enjoy this gorgeous timepiece in good health. Robert