Patek Philippe
The Stainless Steel Observatory Tourbillon
Obtaining first prize in the Observatory
testing in Geneva in 1931, the present
watch is the only known stainless steel
tourbillon in private hands. Only one other
example of a stainless steel tourbillon
is known and is on display at the Patek
Philippe museum.
Exceptional quality, this tourbillon is
further enhanced by the additional
gold case, dial and hands which is
prominently illustrated in Patek Philippe
Stainless Steel Watches by the famed
John Goldberger. Further distinguishing
this incredible horological work of art,
the watch was sold and cased very soon
after testing, a mere four years. The
majority of other tourbillon watches
were tested, and the movement then
remained with the firm for another 20,
30 or even 40 years and cased and sold
decades after testing to their most
prestigious clients.
The sector dial truly finishes this
magnificent watch and opens the market
not only to collectors of historically
important pocket watches but will
draw the attention of the most astute
wristwatch collectors.
The present watch featured in stainless steel Patek Philippe watches by John Goldberger
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