Patek Philippe An extremely rare, vintage Geneva wristwatch - new old stock - in unusual "tonneau" shape Movm. No. 1228118, Ref. 3579/1, Cal. 23-300PM, Case No. 524538, Dimensions 33 x 38 mm, circa 1973, Origin Swiss Case: steel, screw back, 18k white gold PPC buckle. Dial: blue, sunray-brushed. Movm.: Manual. Reference 3579 only had a short production run in the early 1970s, when it was available with either a blue or a silvered dial. The combination of polished and brushed surfaces with the beautiful lustre of the blue dial gives this vintage model its particularly attractive appeal. The watch was created in a period when the brand experimented with different and novel designs – the time when, for example, the Nautilus appeared on the market in an unostentatious steel case and changed the world of case design forever. This timepiece has never been worn and its overall condition is just breathtaking! Case: very good. Dial: very good. Movm.: very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended. Case: very good. Dial: very good. Movm.: very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended.