{"product_id":"patek-philippe-tank-oversize-breguet-numerals-18k-yellow-gold-ref-404j-circa-1937","title":"Patek Philippe Tank Oversize “Breguet Numerals” 18K Yellow Gold Ref. 469 from 1937","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"261\"\u003ePatek Philippe Tank Oversize “Breguet Numerals” 18K Yellow Gold – Ref. 469 (1937)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eA sublime expression of 1930s Art Deco elegance, this Patek Philippe Tank Oversize Ref. 469 embodies the maison’s early mastery of proportion, precision, and timeless style. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and powered by the legendary Caliber 9-90, it stands as a rare survivor of pre-war horology — distinguished by its applied Breguet numerals and elongated architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eConfirmed by Extract from the Archives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eThe Extract from the Archives confirms that this Ref. 469 was manufactured and sold in 1937, specifically on November 8th, 1937. The extract also verifies the matching serial numbers of both case and movement, as well as the silver dial with applied 18K gold Breguet numerals. These details substantiate the watch’s authenticity and historical provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eThe Dial – Breguet Elegance \u0026amp; Period Charm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eThe dial of this Ref. 469 is a rare specimen of Patek Philippe’s interwar aesthetic: refined, balanced, and quietly luxurious. Featuring applied Golden Breguet numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, it captures the golden ratio between artistry and precision.\u003cbr data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eWhile the dial was refinished at some point in its life, it remains faithful to the 1930s aesthetic, bearing the correct “Patek Philippe \u0026amp; Co” signature for the era. Light oxidation and patina enhance the charm of the applied numerals — a reminder of the watch’s nearly nine-decade journey.\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eBeneath its real glass crystal (soon to be replaced, with an original-style unit already ordered), the dial retains depth and texture that make it uniquely captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eThe Case – Art Deco Geometry in 18K Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003eThe 18K yellow gold Tank-style case measures 20 x 37.5 mm, a strikingly modern proportion for its time. Its clean, rectilinear lines embody the essence of Art Deco geometry, offering both elegance and presence on the wrist.\u003cbr data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eBoth the inside and outside of the caseback carry personalized engravings — “Whiting Williams Cleveland 0” externally, and “Whiting from Caroline” internally — lending an evocative historical narrative to this example.\u003cbr data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eThe case reference 469 and serial 615157 align perfectly with mid-1930s Patek Philippe production, reinforcing its authenticity. A Patek Philippe-signed crown (service crown) completes the ensemble, maintaining full period correctness and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eThe Movement – Caliber 9-90 Precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"3124\"\u003eAt the heart of this timepiece lies the revered Patek Philippe Caliber 9′-90″, a hand-wound mechanical movement celebrated for its slim profile and impeccable reliability. The movement serial 831686 matches the extract and confirms production in 1937.\u003cbr data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eFreshly serviced, the movement performs with exceptional accuracy — a testament to both its fine construction and the care it has received across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3159\"\u003eStrap \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003eThe watch is paired with a handmade Belgian alligator leather strap (16mm lug width), crafted to complement the vintage character of the piece. Due to CITES regulations, the real alligator leather strap cannot be exported outside the European Union; however, premium alternatives are gladly provided for international collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"4326\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3575\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3569\"\u003eCase Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 469\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3635\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3591\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patek Philippe Caliber 9′-90″ manual wind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3684\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003eMovement Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 831686 (confirmed 1937)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003eCase Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 615157 (confirmed 1937)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3741\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K yellow gold, 20 x 37.5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3859\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver with applied 18K gold Breguet numerals, sub-seconds at 6 o’clock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3872\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real glass (replacement ordered)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3920\"\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patek Philippe signed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"3957\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade Belgian alligator leather (EU only; alternatives offered)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4085\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serviced, excellent running performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4088\" data-end=\"4195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4088\" data-end=\"4103\"\u003eEngravings:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Whiting Williams Cleveland 0” (outer caseback), “Whiting from Caroline” (inner caseback)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4196\" data-end=\"4326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4223\"\u003eExtract Confirmation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Production 1937, sold November 8, 1937, matching serials, silver dial with 18K gold applied Breguet numerals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4333\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4337\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003eWhy This Watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4357\" data-end=\"4957\"\u003eThe Patek Philippe Ref. 469 Tank Oversize is a masterpiece of early 20th-century horology — an intersection of Art Deco design, rare Breguet numerals, and mechanical excellence. With its elegant elongated case and legendary Caliber 9-90, it encapsulates Patek Philippe’s transition into modernism during the interwar years.\u003cbr data-start=\"4689\" data-end=\"4692\"\u003ePersonalized engravings and subtle patina narrate its storied past, while its confirmed extract underscores its historical integrity. This Ref. 404J stands not merely as a vintage timepiece but as a cultural artifact — elegant, documented, and profoundly human.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Petit Suisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56124832416069,"sku":null,"price":11900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/0199\/9173\/files\/PatekPhilippeTankOversize1940sBreguetNumerals18kYellowGoldCal9-90Ref404J-5971.jpg?v=1761913317","url":"https:\/\/www.lepetitsuissewatches.com\/products\/patek-philippe-tank-oversize-breguet-numerals-18k-yellow-gold-ref-404j-circa-1937","provider":"Le Petit Suisse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}