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Old 27 September 2012, 05:32 AM   #1
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Icon2 Eric Clapton Selling His Ultra-Rare Platinum Patek Philippe Ref 2499
Rock legend Eric Clapton is selling one of the finest of his watches, an ultra rare platinum-cased Patek Philippe (reference 2499/100P) Perpetual Calendar Chronograph. Watch fans — this is BIG, and let me tell you why: aside from the obvious fact that the watch is from the private collection of famous musician and Patek collector Eric Clapton, this Patek 2499 watch is one of only two ever made in platinum. Not only is it one of only two ever made, but Clapton’s Patek Philippe Ref. 2499 in platinum is the only one in private hands.

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Old 27 September 2012, 05:44 AM   #2
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Don't think I'll be bidding on that one....
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Old 27 September 2012, 05:49 AM   #3
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I wonder why he's selling it. It's a keeper for me.
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Old 27 September 2012, 06:07 AM   #4
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I saw this morning! Mr. Clapton has a huge collection! I think he's been wearing a nice Gondolo recently! Haven't heard anything about him since the Valencia GP. I'm a huge fan by the way!
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Old 27 September 2012, 06:19 AM   #5
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i am a big clapton fan. i love the song ''pretending'' from 89. he also has a serious watch collection.
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Old 27 September 2012, 06:50 AM   #6
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$4.2 mill....I'll keep my eye out for it on the for sale section
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Old 27 September 2012, 06:58 AM   #7
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$4.2 mill....I'll keep my eye out for it on the for sale section
Priceless!

I know Clapton is a die hard watch enthusiast (especially when it comes to Rolex and Patek Philippe) but I didn't know he owned such an unique timepiece! My guess is that he is selling it to get money for his rehab center in Antigua, that's usually how he does it (after all, didn't he sell Blackie a few years ago for that reason?).

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Old 27 September 2012, 07:28 AM   #8
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Priceless!

I know Clapton is a die hard watch enthusiast (especially when it comes to Rolex and Patek Philippe) but I didn't know he owned such an unique timepiece! My guess is that he is selling it to get money for his rehab center in Antigua, that's usually how he does it (after all, didn't he sell Blackie a few years ago for that reason?).

Thank you for sharing Anders!
Please Carl, do not tell Ken its up for sale, not sure if I will be able to outbid him...
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:30 AM   #9
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Please Carl, do not tell Ken its up for sale, not sure if I will be able to outbid him...
I'm pretty sure you're too late anyway...
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:38 AM   #10
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Wow! Thanks for sharing Puffy!!!
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:43 AM   #11
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he should put it up as a TRF giveaway
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
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Old 27 September 2012, 07:47 AM   #13
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he should put it up as a TRF giveaway
...Now hold on, that's quite a good idea!

Paging Eric right away!
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Big Clapton fan! Who wouldn't love to have this beauty!


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Old 27 September 2012, 12:13 PM   #15
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
Be sure to post a wrist shot after you take delivery.
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Old 27 September 2012, 01:38 PM   #16
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
Ken, since you're getting this new piece, I'm assuming your 5070p will now be available?
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
Not another lost bet.
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Old 27 September 2012, 01:53 PM   #19
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a financial decision..??
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Old 27 September 2012, 02:15 PM   #20
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Actually its Swiss Francs.... so 4.25 million dollars for those of us in the US.
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Actually its Swiss Francs.... so 4.25 million dollars for those of us in the US.
Plus the Buyer's Premium (approx 12%) + sales tax on top of that (if applicable)!!
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
Great negotiating skills Ken, a few more phone calls please and when you get him down to $300 I'll take over from there....
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Old 27 September 2012, 08:32 PM   #23
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I just got off phone with him he is willing to take $3.99 mil.
Great! You've saved enough to get both the 5159J and R!

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Great negotiating skills Ken, a few more phone calls please and when you get him down to $300 I'll take over from there....
...Yes, down to 75$, then it's my turn...

We'll get it gentlemen!
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a financial decision..??
I didn't read the article yet, but if I am guessing, it would likely be for his Crossroads foundation.
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Old 28 September 2012, 11:57 AM   #26
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he wants to buy the new 2 mil bugatti veryon. or however u spell it.

its a car
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Love it! If it had a black strap I would bid on it.
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I guess he needed to pay for the estimated $3-$5 million he paid Ferrari to create a one of a kind just for him a few months back.

http://www.autoblog.com/2012/05/26/e...ally-unveiled/
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Old 30 September 2012, 09:36 PM   #29
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I would need to see some references before I buy it. Anybody know if he is a trusted seller?

Also the lack of real images leads me to believe its a fake.

It would be one of the all time best stories. Getting sold a fake watch from Eric Clapton.
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