We are pleased to offer the very fine and and handsome Patek Philippe mens ref. 3430 Gondolo square watch showcased in today's offering.

Some watches impress through complexity. Others through rarity. Patek Philippe dress watches like this one often achieve something more difficult: they remove everything unnecessary until only proportion, craftsmanship, and refinement remain.

This ref. 3430 Gondolo is one of those watches. The ref. 3430 was introduced to the market in 1958 and stayed in production until the early 1970's.

Introduced during the golden era of Patek Philippe's handwound dress watches, the reference showcases the restrained elegance that has made vintage Patek Philippe such an enduring benchmark among collectors. The beautifully balanced square case, thin profile, angular lugs, and uncluttered two-hand display create a watch that feels as sophisticated today as it did when it left Geneva decades ago.

We love how the warm 18K rose gold case pairs exceptionally well with the silver dial and matching rose gold markers and hands. The result is understated yet unmistakably luxurious.

Powering the watch is its illustrious Patek Philippe 23-300 ligne movement, stamped in two places with the prestigious Poinçon de Genève, unquestionably among the finest hand-winding movements ever built.

The watch has all of its original parts and has just completed a true expertly executed restoration.

Its dial has been meticulously restored by one of the leading dial restoration experts in North America. It still retains its original raised enamel printing underneath the signature. The quality of the work is exceptional and preserves the elegant character that makes the reference so appealing. It presents very pleasingly on the wrist.

Its case is scratch-free and shows only fairly mild to moderate signs of previous polishing. Its only very small blemish is one light pin prick on the back that can only be seen from certain angles. On the wrist it presents very pleasingly.

One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled its extremely high-grade Patek movement down to its last screw and serviced it.

We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function and a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

Please inquire if you would like us to obtain an Extract from the Patek Philippe archives for you. Patek charges 500CHF to provide one.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 789,096
Case no.: 2,623,480
Year built: c. 1960's
Model: Ref. 3430
Functions: Hours and Minutes
Designed for: Men
Case material: 18K gold
Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve, Swiss, 18K, 3430, 2,623,480
Case condition: Case is scratch-free and shows only fairly mild to moderate signs of previous polishing. Its only very small blemish is one light pin prick on the back that can only be seen from certain angles. On the wrist it presents very pleasingly.
Dimensions: 26.5mm wide (28mm excluding crown), 34mm long lug tip-to-tip, 7mm thick
Dial: Silver with rose gold applique baton indexes, signed Patek Philippe and Geneve, expertly restored. It still retains its original raised enamel printing underneath the signature.
Hands: Original, rose gold "batons"
Movement type: Extremely high grade Cal. 23-300, manually wound, specially designed shock protection, patented Gyromax balance system maintains accuracy across various positions, temperatures, and amounts of wind, stamped twice with the Geneva Quality Mark, rhodium-plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, beryllium bronze escape wheel, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring, micrometer regulator
Jewels: 18 rubies
Band: Teju lizard, remborde, brand new and unworn with unsigned buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled its extremely high-grade Patek movement down to its last screw and serviced it.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized work for the Richemont brands including Cartier, Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide