Patek Philippe

Dear Forum, I was recently lucky enough to find and purchase a well priced and recently serviced 2573 with the much admired caliber 23-300. While I've seen the appeal of the movement's layout and design, I wanted to check in to see if anyone could comment...  

Hi, Very nice calibre indeed! If properly serviced I don't see any reason why it could not support a normal life of a dress watch! Best Dje

because I have one vintage watch with this calibre in Spa and another in consideration. Do you have anything more specific? Best, Kari

Good and reliable but do you know its past service history ? Cronolust

Great movement, much bigger and stronger than the 215. But of course for a watch this old, rain, sweat, humidity (depends on where you live) and even washing your hands, be careful.

Thanks, everyone, for the great responses. Of course, I live in Houston, one of the most hot, humid, and damp places on earth. That said, I will do my best to protect the 23-300 from the elements (even though I have had a hard time taking it off and have ...