1952 Patek Philippe 18ct Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Reference 600

Here we have a classic 1952 Patek Philippe 18ct Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Reference 600, featuring a 43mm 18ct yellow gold case. The case presents a slim, elegant profile with a polished finish that radiates a warm, vintage glow; its perfectly circular form measures 43mm in diameter, and its remarkably slender thickness of 6.5mm ensures a sophisticated presence in the hand or pocket. The case edges are smooth and refined, meeting a subtly domed crystal that protects the dial. At 12 o’clock, a discreet, integrated ring-and-crown allows manual winding while maintaining the watch's streamlined silhouette. The matte cream dial features applied yellow gold facet-edged indices that catch the light with every movement, creating a clean and highly legible display. Minimalist gold Dauphine hands sweep across the face with timeless grace, complemented by a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock for added precision. Below 12 o’clock, the "Patek Philippe & Co. Geneve's signature is printed in crisp black text, signifying its prestigious origins. On the reverse, the 18ct yellow gold snap-on case back engraved with H.C.C. protects a masterfully finished Manually Wound Patek Philippe Cal. 17"140. This high-grade movement, hallmarked with the quality and craftsmanship synonymous with Patek Philippe, represents the pinnacle of mid-century horology.

This watch is sold “Watch Only” and therefore comes with no original Patek Philippe box or papers, but a photo of the Patek Philippe Extract is provided in the additional photos. Previously sold by Wind Vintage. The watch is from Circa. 1952 is in fair vintage condition for its age, with signs of wear and patina across the watch, an exquisite original example, as you can see from the photographs. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

I may be in the minority, but I genuinely believe pocket watches are beginning to come back into fashion. Perhaps not as everyday essentials, but certainly as fascinating objects to own, collect, and appreciate. There is something wonderfully different about carrying a beautifully crafted mechanical watch in your pocket rather than on your wrist. What really stands out to me is the value they represent today. Here you have a solid 18ct gold Patek Philippe from the golden era of Swiss watchmaking, powered by a beautifully finished in-house movement, yet it can often be bought for less than many modern steel sports watches. When you step back and think about that, it feels outrageous. I would not hesitate to add this wonderful pocket watch to your collection today!

Reference : 600
Movement : Manually Wound Patek Cal. 17"140
Age : Circa. 1952
Year : 1952
Case Size : 43mm
Case Thickness : 6mm
Lug to Lug : 43mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : None
Case Material : 18ct Yellow Gold
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Patek, Czapek & Cie was founded by Antoine Norbert de Patek and François Czapek in 1839. The company name became Patek, Philippe & Cie –Fabricants à Genève in 1851. They created the first Swiss wristwatch, made for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary in 1868. They produced the first complicated ladies’ wristwatch with a five-minute repeater, No. 174 603, in 1916. In 1923, they sold the first split-seconds chronograph wristwatch, No. 124 824. In 1932, we saw the launch of the first Calatrava: Ref. 96 The business began with the regular production of perpetual calendar wristwatches in 1941. They won a record number of first prizes for precision in the Geneva Observatory competition in 1944. Later in 1962, a tourbillon movement achieved the still unbeaten world timekeeping precision record for a mechanical watch at the Geneva Observatory. In 1976, we saw the launch of the first Nautilus sports watches, Ref. 3700/1 in steel. To celebrate their anniversary, they launched the Calibre 89 to mark 150 years of Patek Philippe. It has an incredible 33 complications, which is the most ever in a portable timepiece. They moved into a new production facility in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, in 1996. Continuing their mastery of horology, they launched the most complicated Patek Philippe wristwatch with a double face: the Sky Moon Tourbillon, Ref. 5002 in 2001. The Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva opened in the same year. Renovation of the beautiful rue du Rhône salons in Geneva was completed in 2006. It celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2014.