Introduced circa 1934, the reference 425 'Tegolino' served as one of the rectangular watch for the brand. The model often were equipped with cases produced by Emile Vichet, characterized by their geometric profile and faceted case flanks.
The watch is powered by the caliber 9-90, a rectangular-shaped manual-winding movement that powered many of the brand's non-round references throughout the mid-20th century. Beneath the curved acrylic crystal, the silver dial displays applied yellow gold indices and a small-seconds display at the six o'clock position.
Since its inception in 1839, Patek Philippe has been universally regarded as the zenith of Swiss watchmaking, a status sustained by an unbroken lineage of private, family ownership since 1932. This stability, now under the stewardship of the Stern family, has fostered a long-term vision dedicated to the mastery of every facet of the craft.
The manufacture’s history is a ledger of foundational innovations, from Adrien Philippe’s patented keyless winding mechanism to pioneering the first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph (Ref. 1518), cementing its role as a master of grand complications.
Overall Grade: 7 / 10 | Good Condition, Medium Wear Production: est. 1940s Contents: Watch and Pouch Genre: Vintage Dress Watch
Size: 20x42.5mm Thickness: approx. 10mm Lug Width: approx. 18mm
Case: 18k yellow gold, brushed sides with bevelling, medium wear Bezel: 18k yellow gold, fixed, brushed finish, medium wear Dial: Patinated satin-brushed dial, applied markers, medium wear Hands: Yellow gold stick hands
Crown: 18k yellow gold, push/pull crown, medium wear Crystal: Curved acrylic crystal, medium wear Bracelet: Aftermarket leather strap, medium wear Caseback: 18k yellow gold, solid, snap-on, service stickered Movement: Manual Wind Caliber: 9-90