Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 96 18k Yellow Gold 19 Every great maison needs a

Every great maison needs a pure

as these are all dresswatches at heart

This a lovely original example with a strong case and good fluted bezel

Today’s 1601 has a number of important details and the condition…to die for

The "Rolesor" (steel and gold) Submariner is definitely more about style and prestige than hardcore diving

Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 96 18k Yellow Gold 19 Every great maison needs aIntroduced in 1932, the Patek Philippe Reference 96 is the original Calatrava, created during the Great Depression as a simpler, more accessible, and modern wristwatch. Designed by David Penney, its Bauhaus inspired, minimalist aesthetic helped define the modern dress watch, featuring a 31 mm case, a clean dial, and a small seconds display. It was the first serially produced wristwatch to carry a formal Patek Philippe reference number. Produced from