Patek Philippe 1940's Solid Platinum 34mm Rectangular Watch (Ref. 425) W/Factory Diamond Markers & Patek Leather Band- This rare, investment quality timepiece was made by one the most prestigious luxury watchmakers in the industry, Patek Philippe. The 1940's watch was finely crafted of solid platinum, and features: 34mm x 20.5mm curved rectangular case with a very rare beveled crystal feature, original silvered dial with factory round and baguette cut diamond markers, seconds subdial at 6 o'clock, manual winding 18 jewel movement, and Patek Philippe hand sewn black alligator band with solid platinum signed buckle. This watch is incredibly rare and hard to find, and even more so in this fine condition. The watch has recently been serviced, and runs smoothly. It measures 9" in length, and will be shipped in a watch box. Patek Phillippe watches are some of the most sought after in the world, as it is said that fewer than 1 million Patek Philippe watches have been made since 1839. The Patek production is so detailed that it takes approximately nine months to make its most basic watches, and over two years to produce some of the more complicated pieces. This watch has excellent investment potential, as Patek Philippe resale value is above that of all other makers, vintage or modern. Ref. #: 425, Case #: 319XXX, Movement #: 837XXX. If the buyer chooses, we can order the extract archive paperwork from Patek Philippe at the winning bidder's expense and mail it after the auction. This is available upon request. Patek Philippe's current response time is 6-12 weeks for these orders.