Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold manual Ref. 3796J, circa 1988

Introduced in 1982, the ref. 3796 is the modernized successor to the legendary ref. 96 — the classic time only that defined Patek Philippe’s dress watch aesthetic. Slightly larger at 31 mm, the ref. 3796 retained the timeless round case proportions and minimalist dial layout of its predecessor while benefiting from the improved manual-wind caliber 215 PS. Produced through the early 2000s, it is considered one of the purest expressions of Patek Philippe’s understated elegance and remains a must-have for collectors of classic dress watches.

Collectability says:

“For collectors who appreciate the clean lines of the ref. 96 but want the practicality of a modern piece, the ref. 3796 is an essential reference.”

SKU:9083

Box, Papers, etc.: N/A

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