British protocol is set like a Swiss clock.
Charles III, a stickler for accuracy, could trust his timepieces to always be perfectly punctual.
After all, isn't this precisely the first politeness of kings?
One of the new sovereign's favorite pieces remains his Patek Philippe Calatrava.
From the first hours of his reign, it was possible to guess it during the improvised walkabout in front of Buckingham Palace.
Patek Philippe Calatrava, reference 3445. SDP
A round three-hand watch with date indication.
Certainly a reference 3445, which he has worn frequently since the 1970s. On the other hand, the interesting Patek Philippe reference 2503, rectangular but with baroque lugs, has only rarely been seen on his wrist.
In the 1980s and 1990s, Prince Charles had a particular fondness for shaped watches.
It was common to see him wearing a Santos de Cartier, in gold and steel, or a Reverso.
Charles was also the first Prince of Wales to opt for…
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