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Lot Essay
Reference 2508 is undoubtedly one of the most popular "time only" wristwatches by Patek Philippe. Its plain yet masculine and sporty look make it a great collector's watch, especially since its case proportions are very much identical to the much celebrated screw back chronograph reference 1463.
The present example was purchased by the father of the present owner in the US in 1956 and has remained his cherished property for many years. It accompanied the widely travelled archaeologist, researcher and explorer during his numerous trips before being handed down to his daughter. As to be expected in this particular instance its regulator bridge bears the stamp "HOX", a mark used by Patek Philippe during the 1940s and 1950s to identify watches made for the American market.
In very honest overall condition, this reference 2508 is believed to be one of only fifteen examples of this model in stainless steel to have appeared at auction to date.
Reference 2508 was launched in 1951 and remained in production until around 1960. The model is illustrated in Patek Philippe Museum - Patek Philippe Watches - Volume II, p. 232, in Patek Philippe Wristwatches by Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, 2nd edition, p. 203 & 204, pl. 328, and in Patek Philippe Steel Watches by John Goldberger, pp. 196-197.
The present example was purchased by the father of the present owner in the US in 1956 and has remained his cherished property for many years. It accompanied the widely travelled archaeologist, researcher and explorer during his numerous trips before being handed down to his daughter. As to be expected in this particular instance its regulator bridge bears the stamp "HOX", a mark used by Patek Philippe during the 1940s and 1950s to identify watches made for the American market.
In very honest overall condition, this reference 2508 is believed to be one of only fifteen examples of this model in stainless steel to have appeared at auction to date.
Reference 2508 was launched in 1951 and remained in production until around 1960. The model is illustrated in Patek Philippe Museum - Patek Philippe Watches - Volume II, p. 232, in Patek Philippe Wristwatches by Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, 2nd edition, p. 203 & 204, pl. 328, and in Patek Philippe Steel Watches by John Goldberger, pp. 196-197.