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Lot Essay
Reference 1463 is one of the most highly prized vintage Patek Philippe chronographs on the market today. The ownership of a 1463 of any type is regarded as a statement of exclusivity and discernment.
With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with raised hour markers in steel and tachometer scale in 1942 and its subsequent sale on 30 November 1945.
Furthermore delivered with the original Patek Philippe letter dated 15 June 1995 confirming that the present watch bearing movement no. 863'089 was sold to "Mr. Caran d'Ache". Based on the date of its sale, 40 November 1945, it can be assumed that its first owner was Arnold Schweizer, founder of Caran d'Ache, the famous Swiss manufacturer of high quality writing instruments. The watch was serviced at Patek Philippe in 1995.
Reference 1463
Considered one the most beautifully designed chronographs of the mid-20th century, reference 1463 is Patek Philippe's regular production vintage chronograph model (aside from the 1563) with screw back case and round pushers.
Even though the notion of "sports watch" is probably an invention of the late 20th century, there is certainly some explanation if one associates the stainless steel version of reference 1463 to this term. In fact, for over half a century there hasn't been any other model by Patek Philippe better exemplifying the needs of a modern, self-confident, booming society which is enjoying outdoor activities and in particular sport during spare time. As a matter of fact, whereas the chronograph movement responds to the sportsman's needs, the beautifully sculpted water-resistant case protects it from humidity and dust. The hard steel case obviously ensures one doesn't need to see a watchmaker on a too regular basis if unintended contacts occur.
Consequently, the steel reference 1463 takes a particularly prominent role in many of the even most spoilt collectors' dreams and is a must have in an aficionado's career.
The present "tasti tondi", as this model is lovingly described by collectors (Italian for round pushers), is a charismatic example with well-preserved proportions and original pushers and crown. The dial shows an attractive satin-finish, the hard enamel signature and scales are beautifully raised as the connoisseur would expect.
The combination of interesting provenance and very good overall condition render the present "1463" a trophy for the discerning collector.
Caran d'Ache
Caran d'Ache was founded in Geneva in 1924 when Arnold Schweitzer (1885-1947) purchased the Ecridor Pencil Factory and named his new company after Caran d'Ache, the nickname of Emmanuel Poiré (1859-1909), a celebrated French satiric political cartoonist originally from Russia. In fact, it was Mrs. Schweitzer, a Scottish who had lived in Russia, who had the idea of the name Caran d'Ache. The designation "Karandash" in Russish means pencil, however the true origin of the word comes from the Turkish "kara tash" meaning "black stone" or graphite, the material that helped to develop drawing and writing and is crucial for artists and for Caran d'Ache pens.
In a letter dated 9 January 1924 addressed to the notaries Carteret & Lacroix, the Federal Office of the Registry of Commerce agreed to admit the firm's name "Caran d'Ache" with the following argumentation: "As the result of your letter of the 8 of this month that the name of Caran d'Ache is the pseudonym of Emmanuel Poiré, renowned cartoonist humorist who died in 1909 and that this name was formed of a Russian name meaning pencil, it may in our view go as a fantasy designation recalling the "stroke of a pen" who had made the reputation of Caran d'Ache as well as the name of a person no longer alive."
In 1929, the Fixpencil was launched, the first pencil in the world with metal gripper mechanism and a milestone in the history of writing instruments, followed by a number of other groundbreaking inventions.
A product of Switzerland's long history of watchmaking and jewellery manufacture, Caran d'Ache is a symbol of Swiss technical excellence, precision, reliability and innovation - just like Patek Philippe.
Literature
For further study of the reference 1463 see:
‘Patek Philippe Wristwatches’, Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, 1998 edition, p. 267, and for calibre 13’’’-130 see: pp. 262, 265 & 269.
Similar watches are illustrated in: ‘Patek Philippe Museum’, Patek Philippe, 2014 edition, vol. II, pp. 268-269.
Ref. 1463 is also illustrated in ‘Blue Book 1, Study on Patek Philippe Wristwatches’, 2018 edition, pp. 320-345.
With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with raised hour markers in steel and tachometer scale in 1942 and its subsequent sale on 30 November 1945.
Furthermore delivered with the original Patek Philippe letter dated 15 June 1995 confirming that the present watch bearing movement no. 863'089 was sold to "Mr. Caran d'Ache". Based on the date of its sale, 40 November 1945, it can be assumed that its first owner was Arnold Schweizer, founder of Caran d'Ache, the famous Swiss manufacturer of high quality writing instruments. The watch was serviced at Patek Philippe in 1995.
Reference 1463
Considered one the most beautifully designed chronographs of the mid-20th century, reference 1463 is Patek Philippe's regular production vintage chronograph model (aside from the 1563) with screw back case and round pushers.
Even though the notion of "sports watch" is probably an invention of the late 20th century, there is certainly some explanation if one associates the stainless steel version of reference 1463 to this term. In fact, for over half a century there hasn't been any other model by Patek Philippe better exemplifying the needs of a modern, self-confident, booming society which is enjoying outdoor activities and in particular sport during spare time. As a matter of fact, whereas the chronograph movement responds to the sportsman's needs, the beautifully sculpted water-resistant case protects it from humidity and dust. The hard steel case obviously ensures one doesn't need to see a watchmaker on a too regular basis if unintended contacts occur.
Consequently, the steel reference 1463 takes a particularly prominent role in many of the even most spoilt collectors' dreams and is a must have in an aficionado's career.
The present "tasti tondi", as this model is lovingly described by collectors (Italian for round pushers), is a charismatic example with well-preserved proportions and original pushers and crown. The dial shows an attractive satin-finish, the hard enamel signature and scales are beautifully raised as the connoisseur would expect.
The combination of interesting provenance and very good overall condition render the present "1463" a trophy for the discerning collector.
Caran d'Ache
Caran d'Ache was founded in Geneva in 1924 when Arnold Schweitzer (1885-1947) purchased the Ecridor Pencil Factory and named his new company after Caran d'Ache, the nickname of Emmanuel Poiré (1859-1909), a celebrated French satiric political cartoonist originally from Russia. In fact, it was Mrs. Schweitzer, a Scottish who had lived in Russia, who had the idea of the name Caran d'Ache. The designation "Karandash" in Russish means pencil, however the true origin of the word comes from the Turkish "kara tash" meaning "black stone" or graphite, the material that helped to develop drawing and writing and is crucial for artists and for Caran d'Ache pens.
In a letter dated 9 January 1924 addressed to the notaries Carteret & Lacroix, the Federal Office of the Registry of Commerce agreed to admit the firm's name "Caran d'Ache" with the following argumentation: "As the result of your letter of the 8 of this month that the name of Caran d'Ache is the pseudonym of Emmanuel Poiré, renowned cartoonist humorist who died in 1909 and that this name was formed of a Russian name meaning pencil, it may in our view go as a fantasy designation recalling the "stroke of a pen" who had made the reputation of Caran d'Ache as well as the name of a person no longer alive."
In 1929, the Fixpencil was launched, the first pencil in the world with metal gripper mechanism and a milestone in the history of writing instruments, followed by a number of other groundbreaking inventions.
A product of Switzerland's long history of watchmaking and jewellery manufacture, Caran d'Ache is a symbol of Swiss technical excellence, precision, reliability and innovation - just like Patek Philippe.
Literature
For further study of the reference 1463 see:
‘Patek Philippe Wristwatches’, Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, 1998 edition, p. 267, and for calibre 13’’’-130 see: pp. 262, 265 & 269.
Similar watches are illustrated in: ‘Patek Philippe Museum’, Patek Philippe, 2014 edition, vol. II, pp. 268-269.
Ref. 1463 is also illustrated in ‘Blue Book 1, Study on Patek Philippe Wristwatches’, 2018 edition, pp. 320-345.