Wristwatch · Dress wristwatch
This is a Philippe Dufour Simplicity manual-wind wristwatch crafted in platinum, dating to circa 2017. The watch features a 37 mm diameter case fitted with a snap-on sapphire crystal display back and a fluted winding crown. Its white lacquer dial exhibits black Roman numeral hour markers, an outer railway minute track, blued steel Breguet-style hands, and a recessed subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The source notes it is powered by a 21-jewel calibre 11 mechanical movement and fitted with a black Philippe Dufour alligator leather strap with a platinum buckle.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
This timepiece features a 37 mm diameter case constructed from platinum. It is fitted with a snap-on sapphire crystal display back and a fluted winding crown.
The watch is secured to the wrist via a black Philippe Dufour alligator leather strap, paired with a platinum buckle.
The watch features a white lacquer dial with black Roman numeral hour markers and an outer railroad-style minute track. It is signed 'PHILIPPE DUFOUR' below 12 o'clock and 'METALEM SWISS MADE' at 6 o'clock.
Timekeeping is indicated by blued steel Breguet-style hands, complemented by a recessed subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position.
The watch is powered by a calibre 11 mechanical movement with 21 jewels. The maker indicates that the case, dial, and movement are signed.
The source dates this example to circa 2017 and notes it includes an International Guarantee, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Case Material | Platinum | “Case: platinum, snap on sapphire crystal display back” |
| Movement Calibre | Cal. 11 mechanical, 21 jewels | “Calibre: cal. 11 mechanical, 21 jewels” |
| Case Diameter | 37 mm | “Size: 37 mm diameter” |
| Dial | White lacquer dial | “this 37 millimeter case along with the white lacquer dial is crafted to sheer perfection.” |
| Hands | Blue Breguet hands | “The combination of the blue Breguet hands with the elegantly recessed sub-seconds dial further elevates the overall symmetrical proportions of the dial.” |
| Maker | Philippe Dufour | “Philippe Dufour, arguably one of the most influential independent watchmakers” |
| Accessories | International Guarantee, Certificate of Origin, presentation box | “Accessories: Philippe Dufour International Guarantee and Certificate of Origin and presentation box” |
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Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record d798353c9b
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