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Past watches

Over the years, we have sourced, bought and sold many great watches. Here-below is just a small recap of the ones that were the most memorable.

A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Ref 190.039

2017

Original box and papers

Excellent condition

Purchased for inventory


A. Lange & Söhne, a German watchmaker founded in 1845 and revived in 1994, is revered for its watchmaking excellence and exquisite finishing. This version of the Lange 1 , introduced in 2015, features a deep blue dial, dignature off-center time display, and oversized date window. 


It is now part of a larger collection of a Geneva based collector who found us on Social Media. 

A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Tourbillon Ref 730.032F

2020

Original box and papers

Brand new, full set and unworn

Sourced on behalf of client


A. Lange & Söhne, founded in 1845 and revived in 1994, is at the top of German watchmaking. The 1815 Tourbillon ref. 730.032 in rose gold, launched in 2014, is a limited-production timepiece featuring a manual-wind caliber with a stop-seconds tourbillon and zero-reset mechanism, displayed on a silvered dial with Arabic numerals.

  

This example was sourced on behalf of highly knowledgeable Dubai-based collector. 

Breguet Tradition Tourbillon Ref 7047BR

2024

Original box and papers

Brand new, full set and unworn

Sourced on behalf of client


Breguet, founded in 1775, is renowned for inventing the tourbillon and its horological excellence. The Tradition Tourbillon Chaîne-Fusée launched in 2012, is a rare 18k rose gold masterpiece with a hand-wound caliber, fusee-chain mechanism, and 60-second tourbillon. 


It is over dinner with a Saudi businessman that the sourcing of this watch became a mission that was completed within two weeks.

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 5565A

2006

Original box and papers

Mint condition

Sourced on behalf of client.


Founded in 1939, it is THE brand to collect. The Calatrava collection, launched in 1932, is named after the brand’s Calatrava cross emblem.


The ref. 5565A, made in 2006, is a limited edition of 300 stainless steel pieces marking Patek Philippe’s Geneva Salon reopening, featuring a uniquely engraved case back.


This specific timepiece found its new home with a Dubai-based collector who focuses on the rarest of watches.

Patek Philippe Minute-Repeater Ref 5374G

2023

Original box and papers

Brand new, full set and unworn

Sourced on behalf of client


Patek Philippe needs not introduction. . It is appreciated by collectors, the world around for its rare ability to develop and manufacture Grand complications such as this one.  


This Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar in white gold was launched in 2021 and features a blue Grand Feu enamel dial.


We were commissioned by a Russian client to source this timepiece on his behalf, allow him to beat a four-year waiting list.

FP Journe Vagabondage III Ref V3.P

2017

Original box and papers

Mint Condition

Purchased for inventory


F.P. Journe, founded in 1999, is amongst the hottest watchmakers of his era. The Vagabondage III in platinum, launched in 2017, is the last of the Vagabondage trilogy with a digital jumping hours and seconds display. Limited to 69 pieces, its Sapphire dial and Tortue case are iconic.


This watch was acquired for inventory in 2018 from a very reputable dealer. While it was not offered for sale immediately, it was sold in 2019.

MB&F Legacy Machine Ref LM101 S1L.W

2021

Original box and papers

Mint condition

Sourced on behalf of client


MB&F (Maximilian Busser & Friends) founded in 2005, is known for avant-garde timepieces the world around. The Legacy Machine is the brand's answer to the question "What watch would we have made if we started 200 years ago?". It runs on an in-house manual-wind caliber with a flying balance wheel sitting on the center of the dial.


This timepiece was sourced from a private collector on behalf of a Geneva-based watch afficionado in 2022.

Cartier Tortue CPCP Ref 2518G

Circa 2006

Original box and papers

NOS Condition

Purchased for inventory


The Collection PrivéeCartier Paris (CPCP), made between 1998 and 2008, reimagined Cartier’s iconic early 20th-century designs in precious metals, featuring hand-finished Swiss mechanical movements. Ususally featuring the word “Paris” on the dial, CPCP timepieces are highly coveted by collectors.


This Tortue model, acquired in 2024 from a former Cartier Authorized Dealer was acquired by a Dubai-based entrepreneur t

Patek Philippe Nautilus "Tiffany" Ref 5712/1A

2011

Original box and papers

Excellent condition

Purchased for Inventory


Patek Philippe has reached cult status  around the world. The ref. 5712/1A, launched in 2006, features a blue gradient dia and a moon phase with only a handful bearing the rare "Tiffany's & Co" stamp. These double-signed dials are exceptionally rare making them highly coveted by collectors.


This example was sold in 2022 to a highly reputable pre-owned watch dealer.

Cartier CPCP Tank à Vis Dual Time Ref 2916

Circa 2010

Original box and papers

Excellent condition

Purchased for Inventory


The watches part of the "Collection PrivéeCartier Paris" - aka CPCP - are highly collectible timepieces due to their rarity and exceptionnal craftsmanship.


This Tank-à-vis Dual time was acquired through a former Cartier A.D. in 2024 and subsequently sold to a newcomer to the hobby, a Scotsman gentleman, who was very happy to acquire such a rare and reasonably priced iconic watch for his burgeoning watch collection.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref 5065A

2006

Original box and papers

Excellent condition

Sourced for client

 

Patek Philippe, founded in 1839, is renowned for its timeless luxury and precision craftsmanship. The Aquanaut ref. 5065A in stainless steel, produced from 1997 until 2006, features a 38mm case, black embossed dial, and automatic caliber, with limited production enhancing its collectibility.


We were entrusted to source this great example of this reference on behalf of a French Cognac-maker and watch lover from the Bordeaux region.

Rolex Daytona "Patrizzi" Ref 16520

1994

Original box and papers

Excellent condition

Sourced for client


Rolex certainly needs no introduction. The Rolex Daytona “Patrizzi,” ref 16520, is a rare variant of the Daytona and was made between 1994 and 1995. Named after Italian watch expert Osvaldo Patrizzi, it has a unique dial patination, where the silver sub-dial oxidized to a distinctive brown or bronze hue.


We were mandated by a French collector to source a complete set and perfect example, a mission that lasted over 9 weeks.

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