REPAIR & SERVICE
Patek Philippe Ellipse 3585
Gray & Sons Jewelers, located in Miami Beach, Florida is an independent watch service center, repairing Patek Philippe Ellipse 3585 watches since 1980.
Servicing a Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref 3585
Pre-owned Patek Philippe Ellipse Reference 3585
The Patek Philippe Ellipse was first introduced in 1968 as a part of the brand’s centennial celebrations. It was designed by Gerard Genta, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Bulgari Bulgari. The Ellipse stood out for its unique elliptical case which deviated from round and square cases that were mainstream at the time. Its case features a two-piece oval construction-the top component highlights the dial while the bottom section has an exposed gold rim that enables it to also slip under tight shirt cuffs with ease.
When it debuted, the watch introduced several innovations-an ultra thin self winding movement, display case back giving a glimpse of the beautiful mechanics, and integrated leather strap for a seamless silhouette. Over the years, Patek Phillippe expanded the Ellipse family to include complications like moonphase, chronograph, dual-time zone and also offerings in steel and diamonds for a wider appeal. An enduring symbol of the revolutionary spirit of Patek Philippe, the Ellipse continues to enjoy immense popularity as one of the finest dress watches decades after its launch. Its defining case shape married with timeless elegance ensures it remains a mainstay in Patek Philippe’s catalog as well as one of the most recognizable watches.
Gray & Sons - Top Watch Repair Center for Patek Philippe watches
Open case-back of Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref.3585
Patek Philippe Repair Services
Beginning of service on Used Patek Philippe Ellipse
We commence the servicing carefully accessing the movement by levering off the solid 18K gold caseback with a specialized knife. This oval snap-fit caseback has concealed the self-winding 240 movement for over 40 years, and we work gingerly not to damage its refined edges. With the watch stabilized in a Watch holder, we ease the back cover up to reveal the heritage caliber inside.
Under high magnification, our master watchmaker inspects each component for wear signs, paying close attention to the micro-rotor, pallet fork, and escapement. Disassembly is conducted using dedicated tools, with every screw and pin extracted and inventoried for later reassembly. All parts then undergo precision.
Deconstructed Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref.3585
cleaning by hand using specialized solutions, assisted periodically by ultrasonic baths to remove stubborn debris between pivots and wheels.
Any tired parts like the mainspring or date quickset mechanism are replaced only with high-quality components to retain originality. Each wheel and arbor is checked for hairline cracks before the movement is re-lubricated with modern synthetic oils.
Deconstructed Movement of Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref.3585
Reassembly restores the historical caliber with beat adjustment and timing optimized to modern standards.
In tandem, our case restorer sensitively refinishes the elliptical gold enclosure to erase signs of aging. Pre-polishing with microfiber wheels and abrasive pastes prepares the surface and tackles deeper knocks. Then the delicate contours benefit from finishing on specialized bristle wheels to refine and homogenize the luster.
Case seal integrity and functions are validated before the renewed movement and case reunite. Under test for 24 hours, the power reserve exceeds 40 hours specification as the elliptical beauty is put through its paces. Winding 800 half-turns fully tightens the mainspring once more to power at least forty more years of loyal timekeeping. Our master watchmaker approves the final timekeeping, water resistance and aesthetic checks, before pronouncing the 3585 ready for its next dedicated owner.
Gray & Sons specializes in pre-owned luxury watches and estate jewelry from iconic brands like Tiffany & Co , Cartier , Rolex , David Yurman , Patek Philippe , Bvlgari , John Hardy , Harry Winston , Chopard , and Franck Muller . Every platinum, gold, and silver item in our inventory has been repaired, restored, and polished to like-new condition.
Our multilingual sales staff, fluent in English, Spanish, French, Polish and Russian, facilitate sales across language barriers. In addition to buying and selling, we also offer trade-ins and consignments if you are looking to sell your pre-owned watch. For all your luxury needs, visit our Miami Beach showroom, conveniently located across from the prestigious Bal Harbour Shops.
Under our Like New For Life warranty, customers who purchase a watch for $2,000 or more can bring it to Gray & Sons for lifelong cleaning, polishing, and free battery changes every 3 years when the watch is fully serviced by us.
We thoroughly inspect all pre-owned inventory and repairs to ensure outstanding quality before offering them for sale. Automatic watches receive power reserve testing, timekeeping calibration, water resistance checks, chronograph accuracy verification, and more. Rolex watches come with a 24-month mechanical warranty, while other watch repairs receive a 12-month warranty.
Those interested in selling or consigning their watches, jewelry, diamond, and sterling silver can follow the steps at sellusyourjewelry.com . We look forward to serving your luxury needs!
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Visit Gray and Sons Jewelers is a one-stop source for all your luxury watches and high-end jewelry needs throughout Florida, especially in Miami, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Sunny Isles, and Fort Lauderdale. Gray and Sons have an excellent reputation with many customers in New York, Massachusetts, California, Texas, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Chicago.
OUR EXPERIENCE
OVER 150 YEARS OF COMBINED WATCHMAKING AND JEWELRY/CASE AND BRACELET REPAIR EXPERIENCE!
How to Repair Your Watch with Gray & Sons Jewelers
We offer our watch repair services locally in South Florida (Miami, Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach), nationally as well as internationally with our Easy Ship Box Option.
Local Repairs
Come visit our showroom and let us evaluate your watch. Our Master-trained watchmakers are among the best in the United States and we just happen to be located on Miami Beach. We will provide you an estimate before beginning any work.
National Repairs
To accommodate customers across the United States who complete repairs with us, we devised the Easy Ship Box as the fastest and most convenient way to send sensitive luxury items. This allows you to receive our state of the art services anywhere in the country, so you never compromise on the care your watch rightfully deserves.
Watch Repairs by Gray & Sons
Some watch repair shops just take shortcuts once they have your money but that's not what you're going to see from our team. Explore our repair videos on YouTube by searching "Gray and Sons," or visit our Miami Beach showroom. We specialize in brands like Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Omega, and more, offering unmatched quality and care.
Genuine is exactly what you will get. Each-pre-owned watch that we sell at Gray & Sons has undergone a sophisticated inspection by our master trained technicians. That means that timepieces have been tested inside and out to ensure functionality as well as timekeeping.
Whenever they need to repair or replace an individual component, our watchmakers use Swiss parts. These components, whenever possible, come from the manufacturer. Sometimes our master watchmakers fabricate and refurbish parts that are not otherwise available to us to purchase from our sources.