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Patek Philipe Calatrava 3919J From +- 1995 Yellow gold
SKU: 1499
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3919J – Yellow Gold, Circa 1995
Hand-Wound | Hobnail Bezel | 2-Year Warranty
Step into the world of timeless horological elegance with the Patek Philippe Calatrava 3919J — a watch that defines the golden standard of understated luxury.
Produced circa 1995, this 3919J features a 33mm yellow gold case housing Patek Philippe’s legendary hand-wound caliber 215 PS — a movement celebrated for its reliability, slim profile, and precise finishing. The thin case, just 6mm high, wears discreetly and comfortably, sliding effortlessly under a cuff as only a true dress watch can.
What makes the 3919 instantly recognizable is its iconic Clous de Paris bezel — a guilloché “hobnail” pattern that reflects light in subtle, shifting tones, adding quiet texture and sophistication. Introduced in the early 1980s, this decorative element became a hallmark of Patek Philippe’s Calatrava line, distinguishing the 3919 as a flagship model for over a decade. It’s a design detail born from 19th-century pocket watches and executed here with timeless finesse.
The dial is stark and classic: white lacquered with black Roman numerals and slender leaf hands, all framed in a perfectly balanced layout with a small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock. There are no unnecessary complications — this is a watch that communicates refinement through restraint.
This particular piece is in good unpolished condition, showing honest wear and retaining sharp lines and definition around the lugs and bezel. The watch is offered naked, without box or papers, but is accompanied by a tasteful generic Italian leather strap and matching buckle. It has been recently serviced and comes with a two-year mechanical warrantyfor your confidence.
The 3919J is more than just a watch. It’s a bridge to the era before Patek Philippe went global — a time when their output was quieter, more discreet, and rooted in traditional Geneva watchmaking. It’s the kind of watch worn not to be noticed, but to be understood — by those who recognize its legacy.
Specifications:
– Reference: 3919J
– Year: Circa 1995
– Case: 33mm 18k Yellow Gold, Unpolished
– Movement: Manual-Wind Caliber 215 PS
– Strap: Generic Italian Leather with Matching Buckle
– Warranty: 2 Years (Mechanical)
A true collector’s piece and an ideal entry into the world of vintage Patek Philippe.