Patek Philippe Ref. 3606/1 Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1973
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThis Patek Philippe Ref. 3606/1 is an 18K white gold self-winding wristwatch manufactured in 1973 and originally sold in 1974. The timepiece features a distinctive blue dial adorned with applied faceted baton indexes and corresponding white gold baton hands.
It is housed in a two-body, polished and brushed 18K white gold case, notable for its hooded lugs and a snap-on case back protected by a sapphire crystal. The watch is presented on an integrated 18K white gold linen-textured bracelet, Powering the watch is the Calibre 28-255 movement, a rhodium-plated mechanism featuring 36 jewels and a 21K gold rotor segment. The movement carries the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark and utilizes a free-sprung Gyromax balance adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism, and five positions.
The watch is documented by an Extract from the Archives provided by the maker.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Self-winding wristwatch
- Maker
- Patek Philippe
- Reference
- 3606/1
- Case Serial
- 527282
- Jewel Count
- 36 jewels
- Case Diameter
- 33 mm
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Movement Serial
- 1283817
- Date of Manufacture
- 1973
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
- Movement Decoration
- Fausses cotes
Design
- Visible features
- • Integrated linen-textured white gold bracelet • Blue dial with applied white gold baton indices • Hooded case lug construction • Calibre 28-255 movement with 21K gold rotor segment
- Case and Dial Design
- The Patek Philippe Ref. 3606/1 features a two-body, solid 18K white gold case that measures 33 mm in diameter and 7 mm in thickness. The exterior finishes consist of both polished and brushed surfaces, complemented by an integrated linen-textured bracelet also crafted from 18K white gold. The design incorporates hooded lugs, which conceal the spring bars and provide a seamless transition from the case to the bracelet. The blue dial serves as a clean backdrop for the applied white gold faceted baton indexes, which match the white gold baton hands used for time indication. The assembly is protected by a sapphire crystal, and the case back is a snap-on configuration. The overall aesthetic emphasizes the integrated bracelet design, resulting in an approximate total length of 155 mm when secured.
- Provenance and Authenticity
- This specific timepiece is documented by the maker's records, having been manufactured in 1973 and sold on March 20th, 1974. The auction documentation confirms that the lot is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives. All major components of the watch, including the dial, case, and movement, are signed by Patek Philippe. The serial numbers provided for the movement and case are documented as 1283817 and 527282, respectively.
- Movement and Mechanical Specifications
- The watch is driven by the Patek Philippe Calibre 28-255, an automatic movement that includes a 21K gold rotor segment to aid in efficient winding. The movement is rhodium-plated and It is also stamped with the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark. Technically, the movement employs a lever escapement and a free-sprung Gyromax balance. It has been adjusted to isochronism, positions, and temperature fluctuations (heat and cold). To enhance reliability and chronometric performance, it features a shock absorber and a self-compensating flat balance spring. The movement contains 36 jewels, supporting the automatic winding system and the timekeeping gear train.
Identification
- Reference
- 3606/1
- Serial number
- 1283817
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement requires an overhaul as per the auction report
- Research required: Condition grade 2* suggests minor movement performance variation