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Hotel Nogalhilton Geneve, Nov 11, 2001

LOT 100

Precision TimekeeperPatek, Philippe & Cie., Genève, circa 1975.Very fine and rare Integrated T3 Electronic Master Clock System with independent minute and seconds comparators, seven-piece tower:

CHF 18,000 - 22,000

USD 11,000 - 14,000

Sold: CHF 41,400

C. 1. Antenna2. Series MI 80 No. 741149, radio controlled clock MI based on radio signal from Observatory.3. Clock B based on quartz regulator4. Clock C and minute comparator, constantly comparing if all clocks are running the same in terms of minutes.5. Clock D and seconds comparator, constantly comparing if all clocks are running the same in terms of seconds.6. Model L 4031 ready for additional clocks showing time in additional world cities.7. Model L 4031, series 226, showing time in London, New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo and Sydney8. Model L 4032, series 236, setting and adjusting module.Very powerful Master Clock System capable of controlling an almost unlimited number of slave clocks. Capable of being regulated to 1/1000 of a second. Comes with a factory manual.Signed on every piece.Dim. 92 x 42 cm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3 - 01

Notes

The T3 Master clock systems monitor their own accuracy. It is very rare to find T3 with independent minutes and seconds comparators, which divide the load and make the system even more stable and accurate.