Found Patek Philippe 3448 Platinum (or 3450 Gold?) at Sotheby's in New York-the story of a convertible perpetual calendar
Number 3448 has always been one of my favorite retro numbers. The razor lugs (unpolished case) and simple dial layout are refreshing. Therefore, when I heard that there would be a very special 3448 at Sotheby's Auction House, I had to see it in person. What you will see is something you have never encountered before-the Patek Philippe 3448 white gold case, and later the gold 3450 case as a backup. Say hello to the convertible Patek Philippe. cheapestwrist.com
Yes, you read that right. This watch will be auctioned at Sotheby's auction house in New York tomorrow. It was born in 1966, 3448 platinum, and was purchased by the original owner in 1967. Then, later in 1986, the owner decided that he really wanted the gold version, so he wrote to Patek Philippe and asked if they could make him a golden case with matching dial and hands so that he could be You can cut the movement in and out when you like... Patek Philippe agreed.
The only difference is that Patek Philippe provided him with a gold 3450 case. The 3450 was launched in 1981 and is the next improved version of the 3448. Patek Philippe also offers a 3448 dial with golden hour markers, hands and crown. The most incredible part about this? All these have been meticulously recorded. The original 3448 comes with the original certificate, and – additional cases have been confirmed in excerpts from the archives recently obtained this year. Sotheby's even has several letters between the customer and Patek Philippe to confirm all this. chronosale.co
Patek Philippe rarely does private commissions, so it's crazy to even this happen. In addition, the watch is still in good condition, and a complete record of such rare events drives the watch crazy.