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Designed as a collectible rather than an actual sporting item
highly regarded among enthusiasts of the brand
But the gold versions were used even into the early 2000s
complete with a clasp stamped ‘R5’ and 585 end links
The inscription could easily be polished out
Patek Philippe Chronograph 1579J Second Series Silvered Dial in 18k Yellow Gold with Extract of the Archives 21 Designed as a collectible ratherPatek Philippe has a long and distinguished history with chronographs, dating back to 1856 when the manufacture produced one of its earliest chronograph pocket watches. The inspiration came after co founder Antoine Norbert de Patek travelled to America, where he observed a growing demand for precise timing instrumentsparticularly for measuring the speed of horse races. In 1923, Patek Philippe created its very first chronograph wristwatch, a highly