The “Empire” Calatrava
The Patek Philippe Ref. 2511 is one of the largest and rarest of the 1950s Calatrava models. The 36.5 mm case has a signature “ empire ” style with fluted lugs and case flanks . The dial features very particular dots & pyramid indexes at 3 and 9 o'clock (...
I'm not surprised !!!
The Freccero example looks incredible. And I like the indexes at 3 and 9 very much. Best, Emmanuel
Love the side profile of the case with the indentations ! Reminds me of
the Brequet watches with similar features.
definitely "borrowed" the Breguet coin edge...
.... but then rather hid it deep as if to say "Did we do that?"
I like your humorous description!
It might be the reason why they never did it again. Have a great weekend. Best, Emmanuel