PATEK PHILIPPE. A VERY RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH

A treasured possession of the family of the original owner for almost 70 years, the present reference 1463 is a very fine and extremely attractive example of the reference 1463 in yellow gold. It is most exciting that it has never been offered in public before. Always treated with respect and care, the case is preserved in generally very good overall condition. The case has never been subject to careless polishing, underlined by the full proportions and the clearly visible and crisp hallmarks.

Since its launch, the desirability of the reference 1463 has never ceased. Destined for a clientele in quest of an elegant yet sporty wristwatch. Accorind to our research, 405 pieces were produced in yellow gold from which only 165 are known from the market.

Reference 1463
Reference 1463, Patek Philippe's only vintage chronograph model with screw back case and round pushers, was produced from 1940 until the mid-1960s. Even though the notion of "sports watch" is probably an invention of the late 20th century, there is certainly some explanation if one relates the model to this term. In fact, for over half a century there hasn't been any other model by Patek Philippe that better exemplifies the needs of a modern society enjoying outdoor activities and in particular sport during its spare time. In fact, whereas the chronograph movement responds to the sportsman's needs, the beautifully sculpted water-resistant case also protects it from humidity and dust.