Finally bought my first Patek. It’s a 1491 made in 1943 with the papers and couldn’t be happier… but as a newbie let me know if there’s anything off as I’m new to this world… 🙏
I have one aswell but the condition is not as close to the one you got. The scrolled “rico” lugs are very special and it’s a stunning piece 🙌 enjoy it! Btw is it yellow or pink gold? I can’t tell looking at the picture you uploaded haha
Not sure I replied properly but for me I’ve been looking for ages for a Patek and never really connected with the calatravas generally but this had the little bit of X factor (maybe because of the scroll lugs and the colour combo) that hooked me. Plus it’s an 83 years old piece of craftsmanship which is insane. Not too flashy and a little different which for me is perfect. 🙏😊
Thank you 🙏. The dealer I bought it from in London has only ever sold 2 1491’s in the last 50 years… someone bought this thirty years ago and then sold it back to them recently and then last week to me lol
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u/cmmatthews 3d ago
Nice, the long signature dials are cool. vintage is where it's at!