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Are Patek Philippe watches quartz or mechanical?
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Patek Philippe watches may be quartz or mechanical, depending on the model. The brand uses quartz movements in some Gondolo, Nautilus and Aquanaut timepieces. However, the majority of the brand's watches feature manual or self-winding mechanical movement. Find a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Patek Philippe Genève Vintage Square 18K Gold Wristwatch with Angled Crystal, Ci
By Patek Philippe
Located in Wailea, HI
Patek Philippe Genève Vintage Square 18K Gold Wristwatch with Angled Crystal, Circa 1940s–1950s
A stunning example of mid-century Swiss elegance, this vintage Patek Philippe Genève w...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Model 4226/905 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe Model 4226/905 Golden Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold, Manual Movement, Made in Switzerland
c.1970s / 66 grams / 7" length / Diamond indices 12, 3, 6, 9
Maker: Pate...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Model 3266/152 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe Model 3266/152 18k Yellow Gold 15mm Gold Dial Hammered Gold Bezel, Manual Movement, 20 Jewels, Made in Switzerland c.1960s / 6" / 44 grams
Maker: Patek Phili...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rare Patek Philippe La Flamme Model 4806 Emeralds and Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Patek Philippe
Model: La Flamme 4806
Year: 1990s
Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Dial: Rare Emerald and Pavè Diamond
Case Measurement: 20mm
Movement: Quartz
Condition: Like New...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1964 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2589 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU?
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rare 1987 Patek Philippe Nautilus Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Ref. 4700/104
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This 1987 Patek Philippe Nautilus is a stunning and sophisticated ladies’ watch crafted from 18k yellow gold. Adorned with factory-set diamonds and rubies, and powered by a Quartz mo...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold


