Patek Philippe Rectangular Ref. 3671 + SP

The Patek Philippe reference 3671 is one of those watches that quietly reminds you just how strong simple design can be. No unnecessary details, no excess, just a beautifully balanced rectangular case, a clean white dial, and the kind of elegance Patek Philippe has always understood so well. This particular example dates to circa 1970 and is accompanied by Patek Philippe service papers, always a nice detail to have on a watch of this age.

What makes this piece especially charming is its calm and classical appearance. The Roman numerals, chemin de fer minute track, and warm 18k yellow gold case all work together in a way that feels timeless and easy. Paired with its leather strap and original gold buckle, it has exactly the kind of refined wrist presence one hopes for from a vintage rectangular Patek Philippe.

Inside beats a hand-wound movement, entirely in keeping with the watch’s slim and elegant profile. Taken as a whole, the ref. 3671 offers a quietly confident and less common side of vintage Patek Philippe. It is the kind of watch that does not ask for attention, but with its timeless character, tends to hold it anyway. Visit our store at the Reestraat 3 in Amsterdam to feel its look on your wrist.

Year

1970

€ 11.900

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Brand Patek Philippe
Diameter 26 mm
Model rectangular
Bracelet/strap: Leather
Reference 3671
Buckle/clasp Original gold buckle
Year of production (circa) 1970
Lug Width 18 mm
Material 18k Yellow gold
Set Content Patek Philippe Service papers
Crystal Acrylic
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Dial color White
Movement Hand-wound

All the way back in 1839, Franciszek Czapek and Antoni Patek founded Patek, Czapek & Cie. in Geneva. The two Polish watchmakers manufactured pocket watches until an argument drove them apart in 1845. Patek teamed up with French watchmaker Adrien Philippe and in 1851, Patek, Philippe & Cie. was officially registered and the story of arguably the finest of watch manufacturers was truly underway.

The company would amass an impressive array of firsts and records. Among which the first perpetual calendar pocket watch, first split-second chronograph wristwatch, first perpetual calendar wristwatch and for twenty-seven years they held the record for most complicated watch movement: 33 complications.

Yes, we have entered the realm of haute horology.

The house registered its Calatrava cross logo in 1887. The Calatrava would later become one of the brand’s celebrated collections and even a design template for other brands.

Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin form what is lovingly referred to as the Holy trinity of watchmaking. Three houses that specialized in haute horology, pushing the boundaries of mechanical watchmaking, decoration and finishing techniques.

Much like Rolex and Omega rule the everyday-watch category, the Holy trinity rules haute horology. A sentiment reflected in Patek’s motto since 1996: You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation.

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