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Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 2499

2499J Series 3

Specification

  • Brand Patek Philippe
  • Collection Grand Complications
  • Reference 2499J Series 3
  • Produced 1960
  • Limited No
  • Glass Plexi
  • Back Closed
  • Shape Round
  • Color Silver
  • Frequency 18000 bph
  • Indexes Stick / Dot
  • Hands Feuille
  • Type Handwound
  • Power Reserve 42 h
  • Caliber 13'''130 Q

Description

A grail watch for many, the 2499 is often seen as one of Pateks finest. Featuring a chronograph and perpetual calendar in a case much sturdier than its predecessor 1518, the 2499 is an icon among icons., , There are generally four versions of the 2499 to be distinguished:, , – first series: square chronograph buttons, applied Arabic numerals and, tachymeter scale (1951-1955), – second series: round chronograph buttons, either applied baton or applied, Arabic numerals and tachymeter scale (1955-1960), – third series: round chronograph buttons, applied baton numerals and outer, seconds divisions in 5 increments, such as the watch pictured (1960-1978), -fourth series: round chronograph buttons, applied baton numerals, outer, seconds divisions and sapphire crystal (1978-1985), , The present example, as sold by Christies, furthermore has a Cartier-signed dial.