{"product_id":"patek-philippe-cie-officier-18k-yellow-gold-white-enamel-dial-circa-1925-w3991","title":"Patek Philippe \u0026 Cie. Officier – 18k Yellow Gold, White Enamel Dial, Circa 1925","description":"\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-renderer-mark=\"true\"\u003eA wonderful piece of early Patek Philippe history, combining a beautiful white enamel dial, expressive blued hands and the unmistakable charm of 1920s watchmaking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"424\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"589\"\u003eThere is something truly special about these early wristwatches. Before the Calatrava, before modern references and established design codes, Patek Philippe was creating beautifully crafted timepieces that carried the elegance of pocket watches onto the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"589\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"851\"\u003eThis lovely Officier-style example dates to approximately 1925 and captures that fascinating period perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"851\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"963\"\u003eThe 31 mm case is crafted in warm 18k yellow gold, with a beautifully rounded profile, delicate wire-style lugs and two hinged backs that can be opened by hand. The inner gold cuvette protects the hand-wound movement, a wonderful detail from traditional watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"963\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1231\"\u003eBut the real attraction is undoubtedly the white enamel dial. Its beautifully shaped black Breguet numerals, traditional railway minute track and subsidiary seconds at six create a wonderfully expressive face. The elegant blued steel hands add just the right touch of colour, while the early Patek Philippe \u0026amp; Cie. Genève signature completes the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1231\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1586\"\u003eThe dial retains its attractive appearance, with fine age-related hairlines visible under magnification. The gold case shows gentle wear and a lovely warmth acquired over its long life. The winding crown appears to be a later replacement, something worth mentioning with a watch of this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1586\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1879\"\u003eInside beats an early gilt-finished, manually wound Patek Philippe movement, fully serviced by our experienced professional watchmaker. The watch is paired with a Bulang \u0026amp; Sons leather strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"1879\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2072\"\u003eFor us, this is what collecting early Patek Philippe is all about. Beautiful craftsmanship, genuine history and a character that simply cannot be recreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2072\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2230\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2230\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ak-ul\" data-indent-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2248\"\u003ePatek Philippe \u0026amp; Cie. Officier-style wristwatch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2299\"\u003eCirca 1925\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2313\"\u003e31 mm 18k yellow gold case with hinged back and inner cuvette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2378\"\u003eWhite enamel dial with black Breguet numerals and small seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2445\"\u003eBlued steel hands, wire-style lugs; apparently later crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2507\"\u003eManually wound Patek Philippe movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2549\"\u003eCase no. 603xxx \/ movement no. 808xxx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2590\"\u003eFully serviced by an experienced professional watchmaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2650\"\u003eOne-year mechanical warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2682\"\u003eFully insured worldwide shipping included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-renderer-start-pos=\"2727\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-renderer-start-pos=\"2747\"\u003eDuring the 1920s, wristwatches were gradually replacing pocket watches. Patek Philippe’s early Officier-style pieces preserved traditional details such as hinged gold covers, enamel dials and elegant wire lugs. This example belongs to that important transitional period, years before the introduction of the Calatrava in 1932.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59082096705919,"sku":"W-3991","price":28500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0027\/8593\/files\/W-3991PatekPhilippeDresswatchin18kyellowgold_officerscase__013_1x1_b609e04b-db79-4e49-ad2d-b38f94ec0bfe.jpg?v=1793786082","url":"https:\/\/bulangandsons.nl\/products\/patek-philippe-cie-officier-18k-yellow-gold-white-enamel-dial-circa-1925-w3991","provider":"Bulang and Sons NL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}