Mike H
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What a gorgeous piece Gigi !
I never had a chance to see a G or P in the metal but only colored metal versions (I used to own a J and could try the R from a friend). That 3970 in P must really be someting, definitely a piece for a connoisseur, huge congrats ! 
Understated like a typical charming complicated vintage PP !
Mike
Something around 36 mm.
1995 first generation 3970EP of third series. Back then first generation Platinum version came only with a solid case back Also no deployant buckle in those years. Enjoy...😉 Best G. This message has been edited by amanico on 2017-10-09 01:32:51 This messa...
Thanks for sharing this beauty with us my friend
That’s strange but I particularly like the four little buttons to correct the date functions. You’re a true man of taste. Enjoy it. Best wishes Alkiro
Thanks Alkiro
This is the first Patek I ever bought... And you’re right I do like those four push-pieces sticking out... Best
Hi G, your 3970P looks sharp ! Also the 3970 series is an interesting one, especially given...
all the complications in a relatively small case. They remind me of a delicious mini "hamburger" ! I have seen the 3970 in the metal and is impressive. Enjoy yours often ! Cheers, Gordon
Ah ahhh 😁
You’re right Gordon. The 3970 looks like a mini hamburger and the 5004 a mini “double burger” 🍔
Thats a real solid grand complication. And its in platinum.
A real gem. Awesome. Best wishes and congratulations. Geross
What a beautiful and classic piece.
Technically superior and an elegant masterpiece Patek. Had the pleasure of owning a 3970P briefly. Sadly its thickness forced me to let it go. Excellent pictures as well. Cheers Jim
Thank you Jim for your comment
Please explain me why the thickness of the watch forced you to sell it? It didn’t fit under your shirt’s cuff? 😉 Best
It looks so beautiful
and in such an excellent condition These Chrono-PC models have something so appealing to me and this particular reference even more so with its specific shape and proportions. Thanks a lot for sharing Gigi. Best, Mark
You’re most welcome
It is for people like you that I have a pleasure to share my passion 😊
Lovely watch! Congrats! But a couple things
This is a third series and I thought all third series came with solid back and see through back regardless of metal. I'm surprised to hear that the platinum one you believe did not come with the see-through back. Where did you hear that? Also I love my 39...
Thank you Alphabeta81 and Jonrus for your comments
As you noticed the title of the post was saying “something around 37 mm” because the actual case size is 36.7 mm. I don’t want to stumble anybody so now I just changed the title to read “something around 36 mm”. As far as the misunderstanding on the serie...
Great reply, thank you!
I didn't realize that there was not a 3970p until the third series of 3970s - that is very interesting! And that it only came with solid back - also quite interesting. I learn something new every day on these forums! It's a truly lovely piece, congrats! A...
Stunning!
I would never get any work done if I wore that piece every day. Truly beautiful. Thanks so much for the photos. CB
Gigi what is the size of your wrist please?
I have my eye on a 3970G. I think the watch fits you perfectly. I am trying to estimate how a 36 mm watch it would look on my wrist which measures 16.8cm or 6 5/8 inches. Thanks CB
If there is still any question about whether the early third series platinum only came with one back here is the irrefutable proof - only ONE back
This is an excerpt from a Patek manual from the period. Also, what is different and exceptionally appealing is that early 3rd series P have blue/yellow moon phase, rather than later black/silver. Beautiful image of a beautiful watch. Thanks for posting. ...
Irrefutable proof indeed!
Thank you Patekova for you well researched observation. Thankfully I bought it new and this is what I got... Six digit movement serial number and moon fase of superior beauty compared to the later versions. Also the tang buckle matches perfectly the overa...
Fantastic
This is quite a gathering Fabios I've been thinking about the 3970 for a while and tried lately a J version I liked a lot. Many fishes in the sea but this gives food for thoughts. Thank you! Best, Mark
lovely
I have the black dial in white gold -- wanted a Pt one, but so hard to find without diamonds! Wear it with joy and in good health.
What a gorgeous piece Gigi !
I never had a chance to see a G or P in the metal but only colored metal versions (I used to own a J and could try the R from a friend). That 3970 in P must really be someting, definitely a piece for a connoisseur, huge congrats ! Understated like a typic...
Hi Mike
Thank you for you recognition... This is my first Patek that I bought for myself when I was 26 y. old.... I still enjoy it very much. Best
This is an extremely special and beautiful piece, Gigi.
The nickname "burger" is matching pretty well indeed. I recently had the chance to try on the "double burger" 5004 of a friend. Both models have a similar charm to them. Compared to my larger 5270 the smaller size of the 3970 makes the look more dense and...
Thanks cayenne,
I have a 5004R and a 5270G first series as well and I have to say that both of them for different reasons are well proportioned and very charming PC Chronographs. Best G.
Perfection!
36mm, platinum, no deployant buckle. What's not to love 😊 Absolutely stunning 😍😍😍