3969R Jump Hour | Limited Edition | Rose Gold

This Patek Philippe Jump Hour 3969R* was created in honour of the manufacture's 150th anniversary, reviving a historical design from the 1920s with its tonneau-shaped case and minimalistic dial design. This example is in exceptionally good condition, and is accompanied by a complete set of box and papers.

In 1925, the Swiss watchmaker Robert Cart patented a jump hour complication known as the Chronoscope. His approach featured an hour indicator, which moved around the dial, pointing at the correct minutes. His design became impressively popular during this period and was adopted by Breguet, Cartier and Patek Philippe, amongst others. The unconventional time display suited the Art Deco period perfectly, with its forward-thinking aesthetic and geometric lines. A few early Patek Philippe Jump Hour watches would be made in the 1920s, although the style was quickly discontinued.

This Patek Philippe Jump Hour 3969R was created as part of a selection of watches in honour of Patek Philippe's 150th anniversary, bringing back the historical design. A silvered dial sits comfortably within the rose gold, tonneau-shaped case, with the hour aperture placed prominently at 12 o'clock, and the minute track printed in black, adhering closely to the shape of the case.

The watch is powered by the calibre 215HG, a mechanical movement which was first introduced in 1975 and used in a Patek Philippe Ellipse. In fact, it is still used within some current pieces in the manufacture's catalogue. The caseback bears crisp engraving, with "Patek Philippe Genève - 150th Anniversaire - 1839 - 1989", in addition to the case number.

Notably, the watch is in exceptionally good condition - it was hardly worn by the original owner, and looks virtually as it was when it was brand new. Additionally, the watch is accompanied by a complete set of box and papers, giving the collector the opportunity to receive the watch as one might have back when it was first purchased.

Closer look

Condition

This Patek Philippe Limited Edition Jump Hour is in exceptional condition throughout. The case and lugs show virtually no signs of wear with the watch having remained largely unworn. It comes on its original lizard Patek Philippe strap with both hang tags denoting the reference, movement, and case number. The dial and Breguet style minute hand are free from any signs of imperfection, with the hallmarks on the side of the case and reverse of the top right lug remaining very crisp and well defined. The anniversary engraving on the caseback is equally well preserved.

Warranty

The watch comes with a two-year, limited warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.