Patek Philippe White Gold Perpetual Calendar Bracelet Watch Ref. 3448, Third Series
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Perpetual Calendar
Reference: 3448
Year: 1971
Material: 18k WG
Dial Color: Silver Third Series Dial
Dimensions: 37.5mm
Watch Movement: Self-Winding
Bracelet/Strap: White Gold
Box/Paper: Archive Paper
Condition: Excellent Condition with Very Minor Wear
SKU: 171706
This white gold Patek Philippe ref. 3448, produced in 1971, represents one of the purest expressions of perpetual calendar watchmaking from the golden era of Geneva horology. As Patek Philippes first self-winding perpetual calendar wristwatch, the 3448 occupies a foundational place in the brands modern historyvalued not for excess, but for its disciplined design, mechanical significance, and enduring elegance.
This example is fitted with a third-series dial, distinguished by its perle minute divisions and the larger date ring encircling the moonphase aperture. These subtle yet important evolutions give the dial added depth and legibility while preserving the references famously balanced layout. The crisp white ground, applied baton markers, and faceted hands create a quietly architectural presence that rewards close inspection rather than demanding attention.
Equally notable is the removable brick-style white gold Patek Philippe bracelet, an exceptionally elegant and rarely preserved accompaniment. Its fluid construction and integrated proportions elevate the watch from a classical complication to a fully realized design object of its time, offering versatility without compromising refinement.
Housed in a restrained white gold case, the 3448 remains remarkably contemporary more than five decades onmeasured, intelligent, and resolutely timeless. This is a watch for the collector who values lineage, nuance, and substance: a landmark Patek Philippe perpetual calendar presented in one of its most refined and desirable configurations.
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