DESCRIPTION:
EPW - Patek Philippe, Genève, Chronometro Gondolo, 56mm, 18K gold OF original PP.Co case, gold cuvette bearing signature ring and engraved "Fabricado expressamente para Gondolo & Labouriau Relojoeiros, Rio De Janeiro," white enamel SS dial, SW-SS, fully capped lever escapement with moustache counterpoise, 20-21J, wolf's tooth winding, gilt mvt, s#154775 with matching serial number to cuvette signature ring. Gross weight of assembled watch 82.3 dwt (128.1 g).
CONDITION:
Mvt: Running after a twist to start, balance motion is notably sluggish and with low amplitude in dial up position, overhaul recommended, excellent-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, mild haze to portions of gilt surfaces, very minor oxide to regulator assembly; nearly flawless dial with few tiny pinpoint surface nicks; fine hands, hour with soldered repair inside spade, seconds-hand with some oxide and slight upward bend; case shows light wear, scratch within rear, ding to left perimeter, mild ding to band at 2:30, reduced engine turning detail with ring of full loss at shoulder, circular turning marks at center rear likely indicative of removal of initials or engraving in this area; bow pivots semi-freely, crown shows light wear; good glass crystal.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
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