Patek Philippe Pocket Watch From Brown-Forman Distillery Co.

This open-face Patek Philippe pocket watch is in immaculate condition, bearing a beautiful enamel dial with magnificently painted Breguet numerals. Miraculously, the dial and original “long signature” Patek Philippe & Cie Geneva, Switzerland (a style which would be truncated in 1947) is fully preserved almost a century after its delivery to the original owner. In line with the style of the early 20th century, the blued steel Breguet hands give off a traditional, yet sophisticated look.

The interior of the watch tells a story of the timepiece’s provenance. The interior is beautifully personalized to an individual by the name of Charles J. Tanner commemorating his “efficient service” to Brown-Forman Distillery Company from October 1st, 1902 - October 1st, 1923.

Brown-Forman Distillery Company was established  in Louisville, Kentucky by George Garvin Brown in 1870. Brown is distinguished as creating Old Forester, a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky which was America’s first bottled bourbon.  According to the distillery’s website, “Brown-Forman is one of the largest American-owned spirits and wine companies and sells its brands in more than 170 countries''. In addition to being among the 10 largest global spirits companies, the corporation currently employs 4,500 employees worldwide, 1,300 of which are based in Louisville. 

For context, the same year in which Charles J. Tanner completed a twenty-one year career with Brown-Forman Distillery Company and was recognized with this timepiece; another American by the name of James Ward Packard had purchased his “Le Presse-papiers”.

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