Swiss silver hunting cased keyless lever pocket watch Circa 1891

Silver full hunter watch by Patek Philippe & Co.
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A Swiss silver hunting cased keyless lever pocket watch, circa 1891. This watch features a 17”’ Calibre ligne movement with a lever escapement. It has a white enamel dial with Roman radial hours, a subsidiary dial for the seconds, an Arabic minute ring, and spade hands. The silver bassine style hunter case is monogrammed P.H.G. and has a hinged cuvette back. The case, dial, and movement are signed. It comes with the Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on November 20, 1891.
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Diameter: 46 mm
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Signed: Patek Philippe & Co. Genève
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The case shows significant patina with scuffs and typical wear for its age. The inner hunting case has more noticeable surface scratches and slight pitting. It is monogrammed FHG. Hairlines are visible on the left side of the dial, most prominently between 10 and 12 o’clock, extending to the centre arbour, with some hairlines showing visible patina. Patina is also present around the perimeter of the constant seconds aperture. There is light dust and debris throughout. The movement is functioning.