18 Karat Yellow Gold Patek Phillipe Caliber 215

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  Patek Philippe, a watch brand that needs no introduction. Its legacy continues to get stronger and stronger.
  
  think back to approximately 1974, 50 years ago this model was introduced. almost three generations.
  
  The Caliber 215, Art and Science combined, read below
  
  If Patek Philippe has a bread-and-butter line, it is the series of simple, hand wound watches represented by the Calatrava and Gondolo lines. With a few exceptions, contemporary versions of these watches are all designed around the caliber 215. A few Pateks still use the caliber 177.
  
  In years past, Patek produced hand wound movements in both a 12 ligne, approximately 27 millimeter form, and a 10 ligne (approximately 22 millimeter) form. Today, only the later is available from Patek. The caliber 215 is 21.50 millimeters in diameter and 2.55 millimeters thick. The train runs in 18 jewels.
  
  The caliber 215 is the most recent in a line of illustrious Patek Philippe 10 ligne movements. These include the calibers 10-105, 10-200, 10-110, and 23-300, all inarguably among the finest hand wound movements ever produced. On close examination it becomes obvious that the caliber 215 is a worthy heir to this tradition. It is a movement rooted, not in the mechanical revival and display-back pandemonium of the 1990’s, but in a long Patek Philippe tradition of impeccable craft. With a few very tiny exceptions, the caliber 215 is difficult to fault. Careful craft is evident in every detail of the movement, both functional and aesthetic, whether visible to the casual owner or not. 
  
  In the caliber 215 that I examined, every pivot, pinion, and wheel showed perfect polish. Tooth and leaf form was perfect throughout the train. 
  
  The caliber 215 has the distinction of being the first and only Gyromax-equipped movement to run at 28,800 beats per hour. While it looks merely excellent on a timer, in daily use it is a movement that shows remarkable stability of rate over extended periods.
  
  Do you suppose this design was a harbinger of things to come. The Cubitus collection was introduced. The 3854 has some very strong similar architectural lines. A cut cornered square design keeps the simplicity 5 decades later.
  
  I am fortunate to have one for sale. My history search ( that is published) indicates the last time this model was sold. This is a hard model (3854) to find any sales history. The foot print is 29MM X 29MM.
  This watch is accompanied by Patek Philippe “Certificate of Origin” papers and portfolio from Patek Philippe. This should give you comfort knowing this timepieces has been personally reviewed by Patek Philippe. It identifies the movement caliber as a 215 and that is supported by the movement serial number. I have the certificate, a Patek booklet and a Patek Traveling Case. I would never acquire a vintage Patek Philippe without it. The watch is approximately 50 years old.
  
  
  This Patek Philippe is a model 3854, with a caliber 215, 18 jewel movement. The dial is the classic “Dark Champagne with Black Roman Numerals with elegant black baton hands!
  
  This watch has been lovely cared for in its lifetime. The case is pristine, the crystal is in incredible condition, the crown is signed and is like new, the 18KY buckle is all Patek. The dial has no spots, patina or intrusion that I can see. Once again, use the pictures to help you determine the quality.
  
  
  Sale date : 06-14-2006
  
  New York
  
  Model : Patek Philippe
  
  Reference : Patek Philippe - 3854
  
  Category : Wrist Watch
  
  Period : 1975 / 1976
  
  Watch ID : 1334343
  
  Caliber : 215 STAMPED GENEVA QUALITY MARK
  
  Case material : 18 Karat Yellow Gold
  
  Case form : Octagonal
  
  Dial color : Beige
  
  Reference Detail : 3854
  
  Diameter 29MM X 29MM
  
  
  Thickness : 5 mm
  
  Two-body, solid, polished and brushed,
  
  Vendôme. type lugs
  
  Sapphire Crystal
  
  D. Champagne with painted radial Roman numerals.
  
  Black bâton hands.
  
  Rhodium-plated, fausses côtes decoration,
  
  18 jewels, straight line lever escapement,
  
  Gyromax balance adjusted to heat, cold isochronism and 5 positions,
  
  Shock-absorber
  
  Self compensating
  
  Flat balance-spring.
  
  Dial, case, crown and movement signed.
  
  Dim. 29 x 29 mm.
  
  Thickness 5 mm.
  
  This watch most likely has the original strap, it is a bit worn on the buckle holes, the Patek Buckle is stamped 18K / 750, I am sure it is original to the watch.
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