Patek Philippe 150th Anniversary Solid 18K Yellow Gold Officer's Calatrava 33mm Men's Watch Ref. 3960J W/Original Alligator Band in Wooden Display Box (Only 2000 Ever Made) - This magnificent timepiece was made by the world renowned watchmaker Patek Philippe, and was finely crafted of solid 18k yellow gold. This Officer's Calatrava watch was made to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Patek Philippe, and is one of only 2000 ever made. Prior to 1989, Patek Philippe never ventured towards a military style model, but this changed in 1989 with the first-ever Officer's Calatrava Watch. This model (Ref. 3960) really stood out in the Calatrava line with screwed-in bars between the lugs instead of a springbar, a fancy crown, classy Breguet numerals and hands on a clean white dial, and the hinged caseback which called to mind classic pocket watches from the company's heritage. The stunning watch features: distinctive Officer's 33mm three part case constructed of solid platinum, snap-on caseback with engraved inscription protected by hinged dustcover, Turban style crown, Swiss handmade 18 jewel/215 calibre manual wind movement, porcelain white dial with black Breguet figures and subsidiary seconds subdial at 6 o'clock, original steel "Breguets" hands, original sapphire crystal, water resistance up to 2.5 atm, and original Patek Philippe brown alligator band with solid platinum buckle. The watch is in beautiful condition, and will come in a wooden display box. The watch will also come with archival paperwork from Patek Philippe with embossed seal. Reference number: 3960J, case number: 2.863.796, movement number: 768.84. The watch measures 9" in length.
Starting Bid
$500.00
Buyer's Premium
23%
Shipping
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All items will be shipped within 4-6 (BUSINESS) days of the auction, or once payment in full is received.
In the event that you need to make a claim with FedEx you will need to complete the following:
1) KEEP THE BOX, ALL PACKING MATERIAL & THE DAMAGED ITEM (INCLUDING ALL BROKEN OR DAMAGED PIECES).**IF YOU THROW AWAY THE BOX AND PACKAGING FEDEX WILL DENY YOUR CLAIM.
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A 35% reselling fee will be applied to items not paid in full by the Tuesday following auction NO EXCEPTIONS. Wire transfer will be required on all purchases over $2000.00. We will also provide a 3% "cash discount" on all transactions if you choose to do a wire transfer. We will also provide this cash discount if you mail in a cashier's check (no personal checks please). All cashier's checks must be received by the Tuesday following the auction.
Payment in full must clear prior to shipment of items.
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1- Postage, shipping insurance & signature confirmation will be manually calculated after the sale for the entire group of purchases. If you have important questions, please feel free to call us at (760)610-4175.
2- This is a public auction and is conducted by a licensed auction company. There will be a 23% Buyer's premium added to all invoices, unless otherwise stated on catalog page. The auctioneer will open bidding at a reasonable price or the pre-bid amount on each lot and may set bidding increments as he/she deems necessary. The auctioneer's decisions are final. No lots will be broken, please do not ask.
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4- Wording, which is subjective, and other adjectival descriptions are the opinion of the Auction House. No warranty is expressed, implied or provided, since these opinions can and do vary among individuals. No lots may be returned by bidders.
4a- All "Estimated Values" provided are based on retail prices on comparable items in our local market (Beverly Hills, CA).
5- All Sales Are Final, no returns will be accepted.
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8- All payments are to be made in full as soon as the hammer falls. NO EXCEPTIONS. If we have not received payment within 48 hours of the auction, a 35% reselling fee will be charged.
9- Postage charges will be based on FEDEX and USPS rates, a handling fee of $1 per item and any costs for packing material (we are honest, and simply charge for boxes and packing material not for packing time and other ridiculous things of that sort). WE ALWAYS USE NEW PACKING MATERIAL & NEW BOXES TO MAKE SURE WE ARE SHIPPING ITEMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH USPS or FEDEX PROCEDURE, SO IN THE EVENT YOU HAVE TO MAKE A CLAIM FOR A DAMAGED ITEM-THE CLAIM WILL NOT BE DENIED. Items will be shipped and insured with delivery/signature confirmation at buyer's expense.
PLEASE NOTE: (I) WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST, STOLEN OR DAMAGED ITEMS. **PLEASE READ "SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS"**
10- Bids on behalf of corporations must be personally guaranteed by one or more of it's officers. Any credit card payment made by a corporation is subject to a 4.25% charge. Each bidder is responsible for his/her bids, and cannot act for a third party.
11-The buyer is responsible for attorney, other judicial fees, and expenses involved in collection of outstanding invoices.
12- If you are the winning bidder, you must pay for the item, no exceptions. If you need immediate assistance please call our auction house at: 760-610-4175, if you wait until the auction is over to report a problem with a bid that resulted in a win, and do not pay, you will be charged a 35% reselling fee, subject to the 23% buyer's premium. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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14- All items will be sent within 5-7 (BUSINESS) days of the auction.
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17 - All inspections and due diligence are the sole responsibility of the bidder/buyer. Our titles are based on the information provided to us by the seller, and GWS Auctions, Inc. in no way guarantees authenticity or concur with information provided to us.
17A - All purchases over $2500 (including buyer's premium) will require a wire transfer
17B - All international bidders must pay via wire transfer only.
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