{"product_id":"patek-philippe-calatrava-waterproof-automatic-as09160","title":"Patek Philippe Calatrava Waterproof Automatic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePatek Philippe has long been known for its complicated watchmaking, but following the stock market crash of 1929, fewer clients had the means to purchase their higher-end models. After securing a controlling interest in the firm, Jean and Charles Henri Stern decided to enlist the help of an English designer named David Penney to create a simple watch that would come in at a lower price point and appeal to the firm’s clientele. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUsing the principles espoused by the Bauhaus school and its minimalist, function-first philosophy, Penney conceived the Calatrava, taking its name from the Spanish military order established in the 12th century whose emblem - a Greek cross with \u003cem\u003efleur-de-lis\u003c\/em\u003e ends - had become the symbol of Patek Philippe. Since its debut in 1932, the Calatrava line has become industry shorthand for a simple, elegant dress watch — even from brands other than Patek itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Calatrava, a Reference 3445\/100, is a later production variant of the model, housed in a 35mm 18k yellow gold case with a sapphire crystal, signed crown, and a polished bezel. It features a stunning non-luminous silver sunburst dial with applied gold sitck indices, a framed date window at 3:00, and matching handset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePowered by Patek Philippe's self-winding Calibre 27-460M, the Reference 3445 was introduced in 1961 and saw production through the early 1980s. It was the first Calatrava with a date function to feature an automatic movement and a waterproof case, giving it historical significance as well as a sturdier construction than other models, resulting in a watch that has wrist presence and modern-day wearability. This example dates to the early 1970s and remains in truly outstanding condition throughout. Delightfully, it also features a personal engraving, on its caseback - “E.C.O to M.T.O. 2-3-62”  - and is fitted to our in-house Montserrat suede leather strap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou could get yourself a modern dress watch that tells the time just fine. B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eut this piece - a real Calatrava from the world’s greatest watchmaker - will help you experience the passage of time with the charm, character, and story that only a vintage watch can deliver!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patek Philippe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40347976925271,"sku":"40930288","price":14900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS09160_40930288_PATEK_PHILLIPE_CALATRAVA_3445-100-6.jpg?v=1700136300","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/patek-philippe-calatrava-waterproof-automatic-as09160","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}