Lot 1315
  • 1315

Audemars Piguet, AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, TACHYMETER AND REGISTERS CIRCA 2008 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE VOLCANO NO 125

Estimate
80,000 - 110,000 HKD
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Description

  • AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, TACHYMETER AND REGISTERS CIRCA 2008 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE VOLCANO NO 125
  • DIAMETER 42 MM
• cal. 3126/3840 automatic jewelled nickel lever movement, 59 jewels, mono-metallic balance • black honeycomb textured dial with orange Arabic numerals and hands, magnified aperture for date, three black engine-turned subsidiary dials indicating seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, orange tachymeter scale • oversized stainless steel octagonal case secured by 8 screws, screw-down crown, back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel AP folding buckle

Condition

Automatic movement running while cataloguing. Dial looks good and clean. Case and buckle appear in unused condition. Overall the watch is in excellent condition. Overall the watch is in excellent condition. Back of the case numbered 'No. 125' and 'F95726'. **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made of endangered specieis, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet Certificate of Authenticify and a presentation box with outer card box.

The watch known as the 'Volcano' is equipped with a soft iron core for protection from magnetic fields.