Patek Philippe & Cie High Grade Minute repeater
Chronometer,
GENEVA
MOVEMENT;
High grade original, white nickel movement with lever escapement 20 jewel plus 15
jewelled bearing in the repeater mechanism .Breguet overcoil."whipelash' precision
regulator and compensation balance .
In this design the repeater powered by the spring wound by the crown and released
by the pressure on the button in the crown ,winds the mainspring ( left hand ratchet wheel)
and anti-clockwise actions the repeater spring ( right - hand ratcher wheel).
Signed; Tiffany & Co ,N0 111990
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Because of the vintage nature of the watch I cannot guarantee its absolute time keeping accuracy even if they are in good running condition and in some rare occasions may require additional adjustment.
Repeater watch !
The repeater module is essentially the first computer, only a mechanical one. Imagine how difficult it is to integrate it into an already complex watch mechanism. To do this, you need to not only find the optimal space in a small case for the module itself, its hammers and gongs, and an additional winding drum (while trying to keep the wristwatch compact and not resemble a table alarm clock tied to your hand). It is necessary to select optimal sound-reflecting materials (for example, platinum, which is viscous in its structure, is an excellent sound-insulating material). In addition, it is necessary to take care of creating a resonance chamber inside the case so that the signal sound is melodic and clearly audible at a distance of at least one meter, and not only when you bring the watch to your ear. And finally, for the sake of better sound, it is necessary to sacrifice the water resistance of the case (the higher the water resistance of the watch, the muffler the sound).
The creators of pocket minute repeaters were much less concerned about these problems than modern craftsmen. Therefore, after watches migrated from the pocket to the wrist, minute repeaters practically disappeared. Again, electricity and luminescent compounds contributed to their disappearance. Why did they nevertheless revive in a wrist reincarnation? Firstly, it would be unfair to lose this mechanical miracle and the first man-made mechanical computer forever. Secondly, for a watch company to create a minute repeater means to demonstrate the highest degree of craftsmanship. Finally, now that watches have become a status accessory, owning one characterizes not only your financial, but also your cultural solvency. And, in general, it would be strange if no one remembered minute repeaters in the times when watches try to attract attention in every possible way. Some - with a bright color or unusual shape, others - with the shine of diamonds, the coolest - with sound.
CASE;
New Stainless Steel case ,crystal front and back.
DIAL;
Or Black new dial in perfect condition with numerals.signed gold LOUIS XV hands .
Shreve & Cie San Francisco.
Original navy blue hands.
SIZE;
Case-47 mm.
lugs to lugs-55mm.
22 mm .strap.hand made black crocodile leather custom order
SHIPPING;
For domestic shipping USPS Priority signature required .
For International Fedex .
PAYMENT;
ONLY PAYPAL
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INC;MEMBER N0;01870
- Antique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive.
- Antique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches. Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture.
- If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust.
- If your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc.
- Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard.
- When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. It is desirable to adjust the hands of your watch at the same time every day. An automatic or self-winding watch should be worn for at least 8 hours a day. It is a mechanical watch in which the mainspring is wound automatically as a result of natural motion of the wearer's arm, to provide energy to run the watch, making manual winding unnecessary.
- If you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours).
- Be careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism.
- Every 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. If the course of your watches is worsening and the accuracy of the reduction in the duration of the clock (autonomy) from one fully wound spring - it need a service.
- IF the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down.
- To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth.
- Keep your antiques watch away from magnets. Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement.
- Most Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed.
- Antique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good.
- Mechanical watch is not recommended to use for engage in extreme sports, and expose them to excessive vibration loads. Recoil force, which take on the clock, affect their reliability and precision. No matter how perfect was not anti-shock mechanism, there is always the chance of excessive load that details of the mechanism can not survive.