We are proud to offer this very fine Patek Philippe mens handwound dress watch in pleasing condition.

With its understated silver face and timeless case with downward turned lugs, it showcases a classic and elegant vintage Patek style.

Introduced in the early 1960s, the Patek Philippe Ref. 2599 represents a hidden gem in the maison’s history: a less common reference made in smaller numbers, embodying the quiet elegance that defined Patek’s golden era. It represents a fleeting transitional reference.

While it does not carry the fanfare of perpetual calendars or split-second chronographs, its significance lies precisely in its restraint.

Powering the watch is its illustrious Patek Philippe 10 ligne movement, stamped in two places with the prestigious Poingon de Genhve, unquestionably among the finest hand-winding movements ever built.

Extremely high grade, it has eight adjustments - five for chronometer positions and three for heat, cold, and even isochronism. Isochronism is the amount of wind left in the movement. Most watches slow down slightly as their power reserve moves toward empty. That is not the case with this watch - it is very high-grade. It also features an early example of Patek's Gyromax balance with moveable gold weights on the balance wheel instead of a traditional regulator.

It presents in pleasing condition. All parts of the watch are original down to the hands, and winding crown.

Its Patek Philippe case, slightly heavier than similar models, is in excellent condition with fairly light wear and fairly light signs of prevoius polishing. It retains both of its hallmarks on the sides of its lugs. Its dial perfectly retains its original raised enamel Patek Philippe signature.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a correct new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).

It's running strong and true - it continues to keep time nearly on par with a new Patek in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch it comes equipped it with a crocodile 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, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to the watch's performance. Also accompanying it is an authentication card from Stoll & Co. / eBay's authenticators ($80 value).

Please inquire if you would like us to obtain a Patek Phillipe Archive Extract for it. Patek charges 500 CHF.

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 training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Patek Philippe:
Patek Philippe sets the standard as the finest watch manufacturer in the world. In the 1960's and 70's, Patek Philippe produced less than fifty watches per day (contrast this with Rolex and other fine watch manufacturers that produced 500 - 3,000 pieces per day). Important examples of Patek's wristwatches took between nine-months and one-year to assemble.

Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial No.: 782,997
Year built: c. 1963
Model: Ref. 2599
Functions: Hours and Minutes
Designed for: Men
Case material: 18K gold
Case markings (inside):  Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve Swiss, Ref. 2599, 2608437, 18K(0.750)
Case condition: It presents in pleasing condition.
Dimensions: 33mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver with gold applied baton indexes, signed Patek Philippe and GENEVE, bright and clean with one small beauty mark, excellent raised enamel printing
Hands: Original, gold batons
Movement type: 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 cttes" decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, beryllium bronze escape wheel, Gyromax balance
Movement markings: Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve Swiss, Eighteen Jewels, Adjusted to 5 positions, heat, cold, isochronism, 23-300, 782,997
Jewels: 18 rubies
Band: Crocodile, 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: 16mm
Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It's running strong and true - it continues to keep time nearly on par with a new Patek in our testing recording position.
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 training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate, an authentication card from Stoll & Co. / eBay's authenticators ($80 value)
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

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