Patek Philippe’s Calatrava Series Watch in 18K Gold

The Patek Philippe Calatrava series of exquisite watches is a culmination of a long journey of elegance perfection in watch making. The Patek Philippe Company which started as the Patek, Czatek and Cie way back in 1839, has maintained the extremely the high level of precision that the Swiss are so well known for. The skills honed for close to two hundred years, and gathered from diverse countries such as Poland, France, and Switzerland, are evident in these watches that are more of art masterpieces than anything else. The Calatrava series was borne out of the need for the company to showcase its expertise in a nutshell.

The Calatrava was released in 1932, perhaps as a tribute to the new owners of the company, Charles and Jean Stern. The Patek Philippe Calatrava series has since then grown unabated to become one of the most famous watch model in the history of watch making. There are Calatrava watches for both ladies and gentlemen with varying levels of features. They all possess one common feature. They have that unique elegance that can only be present in a watch that has been around for eighty years and counting. Its level of advancement is unbelievable.

Patek Philippe Calatrava watches are loaded with unique features. They have elegant style that makes them stand out from other watches. They are however unique in that they are able to maintain their functionality and simplicity despite the elegance which they obviously possess. These watches maintain an accurate 21,600 vibrations per hour and this is maintained through all stages of winding. Some versions even have a gauge indicating how much winging is left.

Apart from the workmanship, the materials used to make these watches are carefully chosen. The ladies watches are constructed with pure gold and inlaid with diamonds. The strap is made of handcrafted alligator skin and comes with a gold buckle. The watches are small and sleek with the men’s watches measuring 37 mm in diameter, and the ladies’ measuring 33 mm. They are water proof up to a depth of 30 meters and they bear the sign of excellence of Geneva.

We love Patek Philippe’s Calatrava series watches because they can be worn for just about any occasion. Whether you have a formal, black-tie dinner or event, an elegant wedding, or just taking a weekend vacation to New England, the Calatrava works for every special event or memory in your life.

Particularly striking is the fact that Patek Philippe’s Calatrava series watches are understated and unpretentious. The way to wear them is discreetly, without drawing any attention to yourself. Walk into the room, leave this watch on, and when the moment is right, let ever so slightly a peek of the watch be seen. Your audience and/or company will take note, and leave with a positive impression of your elegant timepiece.

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