Patek Philippe 3796 Calatrava 1983

Patek Philippe 3796 Calatrava — Timeless Classical Purity in Yellow Gold from 1983

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3796 is one of the last truly classical Calatravas, introduced in the 1980s and closely echoing the proportions of historic references like the Ref. 96. With its elegant 31 mm 18k yellow gold case, it wears refined, balanced, and unmistakably timeless.

The very rare silvered "SWISS" only dial with velvet finishing is original and untouched, featuring clean typography and perfect symmetry — a masterclass in restraint. Powering the watch is the legendary Patek Philippe Cal. 215, a manual-wind movement prized for its reliability, finesse, and traditional finishing.

Understated, discreet, and mechanically pure, the Ref. 3796 is a collector’s Calatrava in the truest sense — designed to outlast trends and remain relevant for generations.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

• great overall condition, showing almost no traces of wear
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back
• 31 mm (without crown) / 38 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 6.5 mm thick
• reference: 3796
• Year: 1983
• total weight: 41 g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 215 - manual wind
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 04/2026
• +12 sec/d / 300°

BOX & PAPERS:

• come with Extract from the archives of Patek Philippe (issued March 2026)
• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1506