Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 2499

Reference 2499J Series 3

Reference only — not currently in stock

A grail watch for many, the 2499 is often seen as one of Patek's finest. Featuring a chronograph and perpetual calendar in a case much sturdier than its predecessor 1518, the 2499 is an icon among icons. There are generally four versions of the 2499 to be distinguished: - first series: square chronograph buttons, applied Arabic numerals and tachymeter scale (1951-1955) - second series: round chronograph buttons, either applied baton or applied Arabic numerals and tachymeter scale (1955-1960) - third series: round chronograph buttons, applied baton numerals and outer seconds divisions in 5' increments, such as the watch pictured (1960-1978) -fourth series: round chronograph buttons, applied baton numerals, outer seconds divisions and sapphire crystal (1978-1985) The present example, as sold by Christie's, furthermore has a Cartier-signed dial.

Brand

Patek Philippe

Model

Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 2499

Reference

2499J Series 3

Category

Grand Complications

Movement

Patek Philippe caliber 13'''130 Q Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds | Date, Day, Month, Perpetual Calendar | Chronograph, Column wheel

Case material

Yellow Gold

Case diameter

37.6 mm

Dial color

Silver

Crystal

Plexi

Case back

Closed

Complications

Date, Day, Chronograph, Perpetual Calendar