{"product_id":"1960s-patek-philippe-calatrava-3459-18k-yellow-gold-white-dial-manual-32mm","title":"1960s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3459 18K Yellow Gold White Dial Manual 32mm","description":"\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Patek Philippe Flying Saucer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn the mid-twentieth century, Patek Philippe moved away from the traditional round case to experiment with the \"Disco Volante\" or flying saucer aesthetic. The reference 3459 is a definitive example of this design philosophy, characterized by a ultra-flat profile and a wide, inclined bezel that gives the watch a much larger presence than its 32mm diameter suggests. It is a masterclass in mid-century minimalism, pushing the boundaries of the Calatrava line by hiding the lugs beneath the case to create a seamless, circular silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eArchitectural Detail In Yellow Gold\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe defining feature of this reference is the wide 18k yellow gold bezel, which is engraved with linear hour markers that extend toward the dial. This integration of the hour track into the case itself allows the white dial to remain remarkably clean, occupied only by slender baton hands. Powered by the legendary manual-wind caliber 23-300, the watch maintains a slimness that allows it to disappear under a cuff while offering a unique, saucer-like geometry that remains one of Patek’s most recognizable vintage shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eGood Condition With Honest Character\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCondition: Good. The 18k yellow gold case shows honest wear consistent with a watch from the 1960s, and the front has been lightly polished to maintain the luster of the wide bezel. The white dial appears to have been redone at some stage in its history, presenting a clean and bright surface that matches the overall aesthetic of the piece. The crystal is in great condition, and the watch is paired with a new leather strap that complements the gold tones. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA Connection To The Machine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe reference 3459 is a watch for the collector who values design history and the tactile nature of vintage horology. Because it utilizes a manual-wind movement, it requires a daily ritual of winding that creates a direct physical bond between the owner and the internal mechanics. It is an avant-garde take on the dress watch that remains relevant today, offering a level of sophistication and \"if you know, you know\" collector status that is synonymous with vintage Patek Philippe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: 3459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Calatrava\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement: Manual Case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 32mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBezel: 18K YG Integrated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet: Leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDial: White \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: 18K YG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKU: 827\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danny's Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55072594002211,"sku":"827","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF0467.jpg?v=1778526256","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/1960s-patek-philippe-calatrava-3459-18k-yellow-gold-white-dial-manual-32mm","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}