{"product_id":"patek-philippe-2588j-calatrava-1960s","title":"Patek Philippe – Ref 2588J – c. 1966–1971 \u003cbr\u003eCalatrava \u003cbr\u003ePresentation-Engraved Caseback \u003cbr\u003eSOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Reference 2588J\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ec. 1966–1971\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patek Philippe Reference 2588 is a classic late-vintage Calatrava produced during the late 1960s and early 1970s, a period in which the manufacture refined the proportions of its traditional dress watches while maintaining the restrained aesthetic that had defined the Calatrava lineage since the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference is characterized by its balanced case proportions and understated dial design, both of which reflect Patek Philippe's mid-century commitment to clarity, legibility, and mechanical refinement. Measuring approximately 34 mm in diameter, the case represents the subtle shift toward slightly larger wrist presence that emerged during the late 1960s while preserving the elegant profile expected of a traditional Genevan dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowering the watch is the manually wound Patek Philippe Caliber 23-300, a Geneva Seal movement that served as one of the manufacture's principal time-only calibers throughout the 1960s. Admired for its thin architecture and reliability, the caliber reflects the high standards of finishing and regulation that defined Patek Philippe's mechanical production during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silvered opaline dial features applied gold baton indices and a raised enamel Patek Philippe Genève signature. Close inspection reveals minor traces visible beneath the applied markers at approximately 2, 3, and 4 o'clock, suggesting a past dial intervention. The dial otherwise presents attractively with strong legibility and intact original printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe snap-on caseback bears a period presentation engraving dated December 12, 1967, reading \"Good Luck to MARSHALL SIMON from your UNIVERSAL CO-WORKERS,\" offering a glimpse into the watch's early life and confirming its presence in period use during the late 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The watch presents attractively overall and retains strong case definition. The proportions remain elegant on the wrist and allow the watch to sit comfortably beneath a cuff, consistent with the refined purpose of a traditional Patek Philippe dress watch. Aside from the dial residue noted beneath several applied markers, the watch appears well preserved and may be described overall as being in excellent condition for its age. The watch is running and setting at the time of cataloguing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WRISTORIAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47564476350634,"sku":"WRI-2.653.531","price":17000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/1236\/7530\/files\/2588-F-40.jpg?v=1771580333","url":"https:\/\/www.wristorian.com\/products\/patek-philippe-2588j-calatrava-1960s","provider":"WRISTORIAN® ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}