{"product_id":"1960s-patek-philippe-vintage-mens-handwound-gondolo-square-dress-watch-ref-3430-18k-rose-gold","title":"1960's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Gondolo Square Dress Watch, Ref. 3430 - 18K Rose Gold","description":"We are pleased to offer the very fine and and handsome Patek Philippe mens ref. 3430 Gondolo square watch showcased in today's offering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSome 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIntroduced 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPowering 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe watch has all of its original parts and has just completed a true expertly executed restoration. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled its extremely high-grade Patek movement down to its last screw and serviced it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease inquire if you would like us to obtain an Extract from the Patek Philippe archives for you. Patek charges 500CHF to provide one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Patek Philippe \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 789,096\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 2,623,480\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1960's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. 3430\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours and Minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e 18K gold\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Patek Philippe \u0026amp; Co, Geneve, Swiss, 18K, 3430, 2,623,480\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 26.5mm wide (28mm excluding crown), 34mm long lug tip-to-tip, 7mm thick\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, rose gold \"batons\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e 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\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled its extremely high-grade Patek movement down to its last screw and serviced it. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u0026amp; Constantin, IWC, JLC and others. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43484683796569,"sku":"10458","price":7895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1179351916_o.jpg?v=1782746559","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1960s-patek-philippe-vintage-mens-handwound-gondolo-square-dress-watch-ref-3430-18k-rose-gold","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}