Movement: manual-wind Patek Philippe caliber 12-120
Dial: extremely rare original long signature dial with applied Breguet numerals
Crystal: domed plexiglass
Strap: original black crocodile strap
Buckle: original Patek Philippe yellow-gold buckle
Reference: 96
Year of production: 1943
Documentation: official Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives
Condition: excellent, completely original and exceptionally well preserved
Key Features
Long signature dial with applied Breguet numerals—one of the rarest and most sought-after configurations of ref. 96
18k yellow-gold case with pure, essential lines—a benchmark of perfect proportions
Caliber 12-120, an emblematic example of Patek Philippe craftsmanship of the 1940s
Original strap and buckle preserved—an exceptionally valuable detail for collectors
Accompanied by its archival Extract confirming date and configuration
Historical Context
The Patek Philippe ref. 96 is the very first—and arguably the most iconic—design of the Calatrava line. Introduced in 1932, it immediately became a reference point for classical watchmaking thanks to its perfect proportions and high-grade movement. This rare 1943 example, featuring the original long-signature dial with applied Breguet numerals, ranks among the most coveted and elusive configurations. The presence of its original strap and buckle, together with the Patek Philippe archival Extract, makes it a top-tier collectors’ piece.
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