Lot 33
  • 33

Richard Mille

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 CHF
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Description

  • AN OVERSIZED TITANIUM AUTOMATIC CURVED TONNEAU SEMI-SKELETONIZED CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, TACHOMETER AND DATE CIRCA 2005 RM011
  • Titanium
  • length 50 mm
• cal. RM 011-S, automatic titanium with black PVD coated movement, 68 jewels, rotor with variable geometry • sapphire crystal dial revealing the movement, Arabic numerals with luminescent dot accents, luminescent skeletonized hands, three subsidiary dials for 12-hour and 60-minute register, constant seconds, aperture for date at 12 o'clock, outer tachometer scale • enlarged bezel set with eight screws, hidden lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a titanium Richard Mille folding clasp

Condition

Dimensions: length 50 mm x 40 mm (widest point) x 16.15 mm (thickest area). The movement is running while cataloguing and all functions appear to be fully operational, however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The dial is in very good condition. The case is in good condition with a few micro scuffs to the bezel and case back. Overall this watch is in very good condition and comes with a one year warranty. RM 011 Chronograph Ref RM011 AH TI, serial num 1041.
"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 a Richard Mille Warranty, Instructions Manual in a black leather folder and a presentation case.

The current model was made to honour the Brazilian Formula-1 driver Felipe Massa. The watchmaker and driver have a history that dates back to Mille's days in race car design.