ATTENTION BUYERS: If you don't intend to pay for the item you won within 3 days then please don't participate in our auctions. Bidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks please contact me before bidding. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of measurement error as we always accurately describe item dimensions such as SIZE and BRACELET LENGTH. PLEASE NOTE: pre-owned items will have usage and wear which is considered normal condition and WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of condition issues that is within parameter of normal wear (including but not limited to: crystals, case, crown, caseback, bracelet, strap, buttons, screws, dial, hands). We only sell 100% AUTHENTIC items.

FOR THIS ITEM WE SHIP ONLY BY FEDEX TO INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE MAKING PURCHASE/BIDS TO SEE IF WE CAN SHIP TO YOUR COUNTRY/TERRITORY.

NOTICE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS REGARDING PAYMENT: Please contact us before you participate in our sale or make any offers regarding payment . We require mandatory discussion of payment terms before purchase.


ITEM DESCRIPTION:

In this listing we are presenting a scarce and wonderful Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo 18K Rose Gold Pocket Watch in excellent condition.  This is the largest size for Patek Philippe’s famed Chronometro Gondolo watches at 56mm and very heavy for an open-faced watch at 126.8g.  Patek Philippe Archive Paper Accompanying it shows it was made in 1913 with 18K Rose Gold Case having Guilloche Caseback.  The legendary Chronometro Gondolo by Patek Philippe was initially made for the ultra wealthy ‘Gondolo Gang’ watch club members starting from 1872 and sold through Patek Philippe’s exclusive agent in Brazil in Gondolo & Labouriau.  These top grade pocket watches sold to Brazil were made to Brazilian taste and specifications.  No other Patek Philippe pocket watches were made in as many sizes and as large in open face format (such as this example we have for sale at 56mm), it is also customized to have 9K solid gold train wheels, mustache lever fork, snail cam regulator, and wolf teeth winding wheels.  This particular Chronometro Gondolo also has the model text prominently displayed on the dial with large capital letters which is preferred by many collectors.  All of the owners that purchase these largest sized Chronometro Gondolo watches belonged to Brazilian high society as the cost of buying such an extravagant timepiece amounts to several years of salary for the average wage earner. 

Condition-wise the watch winds, sets, runs well and keeps good time but we cannot guarantee timekeeping accuracy or longevity as this is an antique timepiece that has not been serviced by us.  For any antique watch movement we always recommend for the owner to conduct full service with qualified watchmaker to ensure longevity of the mechanism.  Cosmetically this Chronometro Gondolo pocket watch is one of the nicest ones we’ve come across.  The enamel dial is mint with no hairline or chip and the 18K solid gold caseback still has nearly all of the guilloche engine turning intact.  Even the dust cover is free from scratches that resulted from careless opening.  There is one significant scratches inside the caseback.  Movement is in excellent cosmetic shape as well.  Diameter is 56mm, total weight is 126.8g.  Accompanied by Patek Philippe Archive Paper.

 


PURCHASE TERMS:


PAYMENT

We only accept payment made by eBay managed payment.  Buyers are welcomed to use all acceptable payment methods under eBay Managed Payment Platform including PayPal, Credit Cards, e-Checks, and more.  We will process shipping once funds are received and paid out from our seller managed payment account which usually takes 3-4 business days.


SHIPPING

For domestic shipping we only use FedEx. Shipping cost listed uses 2 days Express delivery. Overnight shipping will be available upon request.  For international sales outside of USA please inquire before making bids or purchase for shipping availability and cost to your country.

All items are required to include insurance in which the cost will depend on the ending value of the item. By nature of the transaction we reserve the right to declare full value on customs.  Buyer will also be required to provide positive feedback before the item ships. Please contact us before the auction ends so we can estimate international shipping cost.


RETURN

There is generally NO RETURNS for vintage or antique watches sold.  Only exception is that return can be requested if the item significantly deviate from the listing description and must be made within 2 days after receiving item. Any doubts must be addressed before the payment is made. We will not accept returns based on arguments that comes after the payment has been made. In case a return is agreed, buyer must return the item to us first before reimbursement is made. Reimbursement will not include original shipping cost and return shipping must also be paid by the buyer. Request for returns made on the basis of claiming items are NOT AS DESCRIBED will be subjected to a 15% restocking fee and no refund will be given to original shipping cost. Please note that we ALWAYS CLEARLY DESCRIBE our items and if it's our error then we will provide unconditional FULL REFUND.

 

CONTACT

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