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The Golden Ratio Got a Tan.
Let’s address the ellipse in the room. Yes, this is a Patek Philippe Ellipse—but flipped on its side, literally. By rotating the traditional vertical layout to a horizontal orientation, the 3545 takes the familiar and makes it feel entirely new. It’s still elegant, still refined, still Patek, but now it feels just a touch subversive. Like wearing formalwear with sneakers—but somehow pulling it off.
Made in the 1970s, this reference features a 32 x 27mm 18K yellow gold case with a champagne dial that’s not just “gold”—it’s textured with a linen finish that continues seamlessly onto the integrated bracelet. And not just any bracelet. This one was crafted by Jean-Pierre Ecoffey (JPE), a name well-known to serious collectors. Ecoffey made bracelets for Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and others during the era when brands weren’t shy about outsourcing to the best in the game. His bracelets are beautifully executed, complex in texture, and surprisingly wearable—more like gold fabric than metal links.
The entire watch weighs in at 103 grams, and the bracelet is at full length, fitting wrists up to 7.5 inches. It’s never been cut, which is increasingly rare, especially when you want a vintage watch that hasn’t had its limbs trimmed by a previous owner with a smaller wrist and a set of pliers.
Under the hood beats Patek Philippe’s Calibre 23-300, a beautifully thin manual movement introduced in the early 1960s. It was the refinement of the earlier 23-300 PM, and in typical Patek fashion, it offered enhanced accuracy, hand-finishing, and all the grace notes collectors love—Geneva stripes, anglage, and a movement that looks as good as it runs. It’s the kind of caliber that rewards those who still take the time to wind their watch each morning.
The blackened hands have developed a subtle oxidation over time—not enough to distract, just enough to remind you this piece has lived. And honestly, we prefer it that way. There's character in patina when everything else is this pristine.
All told, the 3545 is a bit of a paradox. Geometrically unconventional, yet grounded in tradition. Flashy on paper, but balanced and thoughtful in person. It’s not trying to be different—it just is.
This watch is in near mint condition.
The case retain its original lines with no signs of over polishing.
The bracelet is beautifully preserved. It lays flat, uncut with no signs of warping.
The dial, crystal are pristine. The black hands show signs of oxidation.
The case back features sharp hallmarks with a few scratches and patina forming around the edges.
This watch has seen little to no wear time in its past life.
