2526

A rare one it seems as I believe less than a few hundred in any metal of this reference were produced in the mid to late 50s. The likes of the 2526 actually made in larger numbers, around 2000. Only a few 2583 seem to have turned up at auction these last

In his comment to my thread dedicated to the Patek Philippe/Somazzi partnership , our dear Gordon aka GLau asked me how many retailers were able to have their signature on some Patek Philippe watches . Here's my answer : A / I have identified 58 retailers

The undersea creature version is apparently called Type G (Lobster Bracelet). This is a photo of the bracelet for the 2526 taken from the Hodinkee website, and it matches my 2551 version perfectly.

The G and R models have different designs for their index and small second. The bracelet model is a bit unusual. 2551G is produced in small quantities This R also has a unique and sturdy bracelet.

- First series: Enameled small baton or beady / pearl minute divisions ; hard raised enamel for all literature on the dial 1962-1966 - Second series: Beady or pearl minute divisions and small date ring ; hard raised enamel for all literature on the dial 1

also same on 27-460 update to 2526 …ref 3428

Nice Patek! Looks to be a 2526. Very nice.

2526J, 2545J, 5196J, 3495J 3940G, 3940J, 5140G, 5050J