PATEK PHILIPPE VINTAGE CALATRAVA 2508 STAINLESS STEEL

Here is a riddle for you: When is an ounce of stainless steel worth more than an once of gold? Answer: when it is in a vintage Patek Philippe watch case. This watch is an amazingly collectable vintage Patek Philippe reference 2508 Calatrava in stainless steel, and is original in every way right down to the case condition. When we first saw this watch, we had to look once, twice and then a third time to make sure our eyes weren't deceiving us.

Original stainless steel case measures 35mm diameter by 11.8mm thick. Crystal is domed acrylic. Extra large original winding crown. The reference 2508 is notable for being a large watch for the 1950s in both diameter and thickness. In fact, the screw down case back was one of Patek's early attempts at a highly water/humidity/dirt intrusion free case. Toward that end, there is a second movement cover underneath the massive screw down case back.

The case does have some light marks on it, but much more important is that the case features its original finish. We believe this watch case has never been polished. The edges maintain their original sharp edges and factory finish.

Original movement is the manual winding Caliber 27-SC with 18 jewels, adjusted in 5 positions and for temperature and isochronism and stamped with the Geneva Seal. The movement is running strong.

Original dial is beautiful! It is an original and untouched beauty - silver with a wonderful champagne color patina which is set off perfectly by the applied steel hour markers, GORGEOUS original steel dauphine hands and original blackened sweep seconds hand. The dial also has a "pie pan" design, meaning the outermost edge of the dial slopes downward from the main dial surface. This adds a very pleasing depth to the dial.

Strap is black Patek crocodile with steel Patek tang clasp.

Watch is accompanied by the Extract from the Archives showing a production year of 1957 and an original retail sales date of October 17, 1958.

This is a really, really nice 100% original vintage Patek. Here is a summary of its highlights:

• Rare, rare stainless steel case
• Original dauphine hands
• Screw down case back
• Sweep seconds

If you have any questions about this watch, please call us at 1.818.707.7007.

-- Rob Spayne

Watch Specifics:

Manufacturer	PATEK PHILIPPE
Model Name	Calatrava
Model / Ref #	2508
Condition	Mint +
Gender	Mens
Category	Vintage
Movement	Manual Winding
Case	Stainless Steel
Case Dimensions	35mm diameter by 11.8mm thick
Crystal	Domed Acrylic
Band	Black Crocodile
Dial	Original Silver
Bezel	Original, Unpolished
Functions	Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds
Additional Information	Accompanied by the Extract from the Archives
Current Retail Price
Starting Bid Price	USD $40,000 -- BUY IT NOW !! OR MAKE US AN OFFER !!

ABOUT THE SELLER

Robert Maron is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the field of High Grade, Important Vintage and Collectible wristwatches. With years of experience as a worldwide watch trader, professional, financial and personal references can be provided from almost anywhere in the world. Complete collections bought and sold, discretion assured. Member IWJG and NAWCC. Lifetime warranty of 100% originality and authenticity on every sale. Call 1.818.707.7007 for questions, click HERE for further information, or email us at sales@maron.com

SHIPPING & PAYMENT INFORMATION

Buyer pays for shipping $50 domestic shipping by expedited FedEx Priority Overnight delivery with insurance and estimated $150 for international shipment by expedited FedEx Priority with insurance (exact amount depends on value of watch) Winning bidder needs to contact us within 48 hours of notification Payment must be received within 5 days of auction end Paypal gladly accepted for purchases up to $3,000.00. Contact us for further details California residents: we will add 9.25% sales tax. Other locations - you are responsible for your own duties and/or taxes.

GUARANTEE

Returns accepted within 3 days if item is not as represented; buyer has to pay for return shipping costs and insurance. Item must be returned in same condition as received, including all material such as shipping box and manual We will refund your money within 24 hours after we receive the watch (subject to the watch being in the identical condition when sold, including all enclosures)