It’s always difficult to let go of a watch you love, but when it’s a vintage, white gold Patek with ORIGINAL papers from 1974… it hits a bit different. As much as I love this piece, it just doesn’t get the wrist time it deserves. This is a stunning 1974 Patek Philippe 3566 in solid white gold.  Not only that… but it’s complete with all of the original paperwork from its sale in Jan. 1974. Not super common to see a piece this special, this vintage, and still with all of its paper intact! The blue, sunburst sigma dial really needs to be seen in person to be appreciated! The way the light hits it truly breathtaking. You’ll find yourself getting lost staring at it. 😉 I believe the case to be unpolished, and as a result, as scratches throughout, but nothing that takes away from its incredible, timeless design. And with a precious metal case, scratches are kind of inevitable; especially on a piece from 1974. Case measures 28MM by 36MM and 4.5MM thin and is pictured here on my 6.1" wrist. Great option for smaller wrist sizes. The movement was just serviced in March 2024 by a trusted watchmaker in Paris. Comes on a dark brown Patek Philippe strap, which has some wear and shrinkage from time, but still beautiful and feels fantastic. The buckle is vintage, period correct, but non-Patek and in stainless steel. The watch will ship from Paris, France, so please keep in mind if you’re outside of the EU you may incur import taxes and fees. Sad to see it go, but will make sure it goes to a good home! — REFERENCE: 3566 DATE: Original papers dated January 26, 1974.  CONDITION: Unpolished, 18K white gold from 1974, so expect scratches throughout. See pictures for condition. MOVEMENT: Recently serviced (March 2024), Patek Philippe caliber 175 hand wound movement. This is a classic Patek movement, and if you ever get a chance to pop the back off (safely) you’ll be amazed at how beautiful it is. This movement is stamped with a Geneva seal. STRAP: Comes on a dark brown/black Patek Philippe strap, which has some wear and shrinkage from time, but still beautiful and feels fantastic. The buckle is vintage, period correct, but non-Patek and in stainless steel. ACCESSORIES: Watch, original paperwork from 1974. (See images for paperwork included) PRICE: I’m asking $5450 EUR (\~$5965 USD) OBO which will include fully insured, FedEx shipping anywhere in the EU. (Note: If shipping outside of the EU, buyer will be responsible for any extra shipping charges, taxes, duties, or import charges they may incur.) PAYMENT: Crypto preferred (USDT). Wire transfer also possible.  Sale only, no trades. TIMESTAMP: [https://imgur.com/C1b2D2a](https://imgur.com/C1b2D2a)