Patek Philippe

• cal. 240/164 automatic nickel lever movement, 29 jewels, 22k gold eccentric micro-rotor • black-blue ribbed dial, luminescent baton indexes and hands, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, date combined with moon-phases, fan-form sector for power reserve indication • stainless steel Nautilus case, sapphire crystal display case back • case, dial, bracelet and movement signed • stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet with folding clasp

Automatic movement running, date, moonphase advancing and power reserve function in working order while cataloguing, movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keep and a service might be needed at buyer's expense. Dial is nice and clean. Case, bracelet and clasp with scuffs from normal wear. Overall appears in very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

With a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, setting pin, instruction manual, extra link and a presentaiton box with outer packaging.

The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref.3712 was available for approximately one year during 2005 and 2006 until it was discontinued and replaced by the Ref.5712. Visually almost identical the case received only minor changes in the 5712 including an increased width of 1 mm to 43 mm and revised, more rounded securing blocks to the case sides. In addition a larger revised design crown was used in the 5712, the diameter of the subsidiary date increased and a larger font for the date numerals, included transposing the lower portion from 9-21 was adopted. The three red dots for the power reserve found on the 3712 were changed to four red dots on the 5712.