Patek Philippe 2594 “Disco Volante” Beyer – 1950s

Mid-Century Rarity with Flying Saucer Flair

Nicknamed the “Disco Volante” — or “flying saucer” by Italian collectors — this Patek Philippe Ref. 2594 lives up to its name with a wide, structured bezel and ultra-slim profile that give it a uniquely bold wrist presence.

What truly sets this piece apart, though, is the double-signed cappuccino dial — an exceptionally rare “Beyer” co-signature, a nod to its original retail by the prestigious Zurich watch house. The patina that has gently developed over time only deepens its vintage charm.

Inside beats the manual Caliber 23-300, revered for its elegant proportions and enduring performance — a quintessential Patek Philippe movement from the golden era.

A rare piece of Patek history, wrapped in 18k gold, quietly eccentric and beautifully preserved.

 - wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched cappucino colored dial in great condition
• original hands, dial & crown
• even developed patina throughout the dial
• double signed BEYER dial

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• black GOLDAMMER leather strap with crocodile print is fitting up to a 20 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
• gold plated stainless steel GOLDAMMER buckle

• excellent overall condition, showing some traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold (F. Baumgartner SA) case with snap case back
• 32 mm (without crown) / 37 mm (lug-to-lug) / 16mm (between lugs) / 6mm (thick)
• Ref.: 2594
• Year: 1958-1963
• Weight: 32g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 23-300- manual wind
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 09/2025
• +9sec/d / 290°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER box
• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #766